Szymon Chmal
I'm all about writing code that not only works but works efficiently. I enjoy sharing my knowledge through conference talks, articles, and mentoring. When I'm not deep into React, React Native, or Node.js, you’ll likely find me organizing GDG Toruń meetups, where we exchange ideas and experiences. I don’t believe in sticking to just one "perfect" library or framework; every tool has its own strengths, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. I’m also passionate about contributing to open-source projects like Astro, with the goal of making the web a better place.
Astro – Island Technology in the Name of Optimization
React Advanced 2024
20 min
Astro – Island Technology in the Name of Optimization
Next.js is the default choice for most teams, although there are many other solutions on the market. One of such solutions is Astro, which in certain areas, due to its eccentric approach, seems to outclass the Vercel king. During this lecture, I will present the key features of Astro, as well as the differences between it and the aforementioned Next.js. You will learn what interactive islands are, why MPA (multi-page application) is still a very good choice for content-driven websites, and much more. Who knows - maybe you will use Astro in your next project?