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Build it Better - Advanced Web Development Topics

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Code Alchemy: Transpilation, Compilation, and Bundling Decoded | Build IT Better S01E23

Code Alchemy: Transpilation, Compilation, and Bundling Decoded | Build IT Better S01E23

2023-07-24
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Transpilation, Compilation, Bundling…? Jesse Tomchak and Adam Barret demystify these technical concepts in the latest episode of Build IT Better. Revealing their significance in modern web development, they trace the evolution from the days of task runners like Grunt and Gulp, which offered basic bundling and concatenation, to the sophisticated capabilities of today's tools.

The conversation highlights the importance of transpilation, which involves converting code from one language version to another for compatibility purposes. They discuss how tools like Babel and TypeScript enable developers to write code in newer language versions while ensuring it runs on older browsers. Furthermore, they explore the role of compilers, which transform code into a machine-readable format, making it executable by the computer.

They emphasize the role of bundlers, such as Webpack and Rollup, which not only transpile code but also provide advanced features like code splitting and tree shaking. These optimizations enhance performance and facilitate efficient delivery of web applications. The duo touches on the significance of ES Build, a lightning-fast bundler, and Vite, a comprehensive development server that incorporates ES Build, rollup, and other tools.

Throughout the conversation, they stress the value of these tools in the web development ecosystem, making code more modular, reusable, and maintainable. They also acknowledge the challenges of working with JavaScript, a language that has evolved from humble origins to become one of the most widely used and versatile programming languages today. By shedding light on the technical intricacies of these tools, the interview offers developers a deeper understanding of the processes that power modern web applications.

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Adam L Barrett- @adamlbarrett 
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