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Welcome to another episode of AntStack TV 🎙️! In this episode, we dive deeper into frontend architecture and explore the best choices for building modern web applications. Should you go with React or Next.js? How do Static Site Generation (SSG) and Server-Side Rendering (SSR) impact performance? We break it all down to help you make the right decision for your next project. We also discuss AI-powered development and serverless functions, highlighting how Vercel AI SDK and generative UI are reshaping frontend engineering. Key Topics Discussed: 🔵 React vs. Next.js – Which one should you choose? 🔵 SSR vs. SSG vs. CSR – Understanding the trade-offs 🔵 Code splitting, bundlers, and performance optimizations 🔵 AI-powered UI & serverless functions – The future of frontend development Speakers: 👨‍💻 Rahul Sawant – Principal Solutions Architect at AntStack 👨‍💻 Prashanth HN – CTO & Co-founder, AntStack If you’re a developer, architect, or AI enthusiast, looking to stay ahead in frontend development, this episode is for you! Like, share, and subscribe for more expert insights on frontend frameworks, serverless solutions, and AI-driven web development! Contact us for starting your serverless journey: https://www.antstack.com/build-with-us/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=ytConverstion 0:00 - Introduction to the episode and SSR, SSG, and prefetching 0:27 - TanStack debate: Is SSR overused or necessary? 1:19 - Choosing the right framework: React, Next.js, Vue, or Svelte 2:27 - Mental model to evaluate frontend tech based on project needs 3:36 - Importance of developer skillset in tech stack decision 4:00 - Use case-based framework decisions: animations → Svelte 5:12 - Role of ecosystem, libraries, and community in tech adoption 6:52 - Starting with Vite and React for modern frontend projects 7:25 - Evolution of bundlers: Webpack → Rollup → Vite → TurboPack 9:45 - How Next.js made SSR and routing easier out of the box 10:35 - Ongoing SSR compatibility issues with some component libraries 12:01 - React Server Components and current ecosystem limitations 13:17 - Why serverless functions matter for AI/LLM use cases 15:19 - Proxy patterns to protect API keys in frontend apps 15:40 - Vercel AI SDK introduction and its impact on frontend + GenAI 17:28 - Combining AI SDK with serverless functions for dynamic APIs 21:26 - Generative UI explained: turning prompts into live components 22:19 - Using ShadCN + AI SDK + Tailwind to build UI from prompts 23:00 - Cost challenges with LLM usage and token consumption 24:03 - Real-world use case: EMI calculator UI inside chat interface 25:32 - Personal dev stack: Next.js for SSR, or Vite + React + TanStack Router 27:07 - State management tools: Zustand, Jotai, and React Query 27:22 - Hosting preferences: AWS Amplify for orgs, Vercel for personal projects 28:47 - Vercel’s visual PR review tools for better stakeholder collaboration 31:08 - Closing thoughts and invitation for deeper technical episodes Website: https://www.antstack.com/ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/antstackio Behance: https://behance.net/antstack Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/antstack Instagram: https://instagram.com/lifeatantstack #AntStackTV #FrontendDevelopment #ReactJS #NextJS #Serverless #WebDevelopment #SSG #SSR #CSR #AIDevelopment #VercelAI #GenerativeUI #CodeSplitting #ModernWeb #TechTalks #DevelopersLife #AIinFrontend #JavaScript #FullStackDevelopment #ServerlessFunctions #WebPerformance

Welcome to a special episode of ANTSTACK TV 🎙️! In this episode, we take a fresh look at serverless adoption, moving beyond the technical bottlenecks to explore the business, sales, and marketing factors influencing its growth. We discuss why some companies are thriving with serverless while others remain hesitant, the role of product-led growth vs. sales-driven strategies, and how cloud providers’ incentive structures impact adoption. We also dive into the vendor lock-in debate, the rise of serverless-driven innovations in databases and caching, and how compliance concerns shape decision-making. Speakers: Jeevan Dongre – CEO & Co-founder, AntStack Prashanth HN – CTO & Co-founder, AntStack If you’re curious about the real-world challenges of serverless adoption and how businesses can navigate them, this episode is for you! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on serverless technology, cloud innovation, and the future of modern application development! Contact us for starting your serverless journey: https://www.antstack.com/build-with-us/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=ytConverstion 0:00 - Introduction to AntStack TV 0:12 - Looking Beyond the Technical Challenges of Serverless Adoption 1:03 - Product-Led Growth vs. Sales-Driven Growth in Cloud Adoption 2:42 - The Role of Developer Advocacy in Driving Serverless Adoption 4:01 - Why AWS Lambda Grew Organically Without Initial Marketing 5:22 - Lack of Sales Incentives for Cloud Providers to Push Serverless 6:33 - Why EC2 and Containers Are Easier for Sales Teams to Promote 7:42 - Serverless Adoption Bias: Pro vs. Anti-Serverless Mindsets 9:14 - The First Serverless Platform: Google App Engine 10:36 - Vendor Lock-In vs. Cloud Partnerships: The Real Debate 12:02 - The Complexity and Hidden Costs of Multicloud Strategies 14:14 - Genuine Use Cases Where Multicloud is Necessary 16:45 - Serverless and Compliance: Why It’s Easier Than You Think 18:02 - How Serverless is Driving Innovation in Databases and Caching 20:27 - The Business Benefits of Serverless for Faster Go-To-Market 22:42 - Why Over-Engineering is a Major Roadblock to Serverless Adoption 24:14 - The Future of Serverless in Enterprise-Grade Applications 26:06 - Final Thoughts on the Evolution of Serverless at AntStack Website: https://www.antstack.com/ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/antstackio Behance: https://behance.net/antstack Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/antstack Instagram: https://instagram.com/lifeatantstack #Serverless #AWS #CloudComputing #ModernApplications #BusinessInnovation #CloudAdoption #TechTalk #AntStackTV #ServerlessArchitecture #AWSLambda [serverless, AWS, cloud computing, serverless adoption, AWS Lambda, cloud innovation, business insights, multicloud, vendor lock-in, developer advocacy, product-led growth, serverless architecture, modern application development]

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Welcome to an exciting and unfiltered episode of AntStack TV! 🎙️ This time, it’s not just another tech talk. It’s a lively, no-holds-barred chat with Prashanth HN (CTO & Co-founder) and Jeevan Dongre (CEO & Co-founder) of AntStack. From tech nostalgia to trailblazing serverless innovation, this episode brings you the essence of how AntStack is transforming the way businesses scale and modernize. Here's what you'll learn: - The fascinating evolution of serverless—from its early days to its pivotal role in shaping modern tech. - Real-life experiences of transitioning from monoliths to serverless, and why it’s a breakthrough for businesses. - Bold truths about modernization, its challenges, and how to future-proof your tech stack. - How serverless empowers businesses to scale fearlessly and cost-effectively. - Honest conversations about serverless myths, microservices, and the impact of Gen AI. If you’re looking for insights to simplify your tech journey, scale smarter, and stay ahead in a fast-changing world, this conversation is for you. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to AntStack TV for more insightful discussions, expert tips, and game-changing stories about the future of tech! Contact us for starting your serverless journey: https://www.antstack.com/build-with-us/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=ytConverstion 0:00 - Introduction to AntStack TV 0:14 - Casual chat introduction with Jeevan, Co-Founder & CEO of AntStack 0:37 - Overview of the episode: SaaS, serverless, cloud, and modernization 1:19 - Reflecting on AntStack’s 5-year journey and commitment to serverless 1:46 - Evolution of serverless: Prashant’s insights from 2017 to now 3:05 - Transition from LAMP stack to serverless: The modernization journey 4:03 - Net neutrality campaign and the role of serverless technology 6:12 - Early impressions of serverless and its cost-effectiveness 8:03 - Building serverless applications with Google Firebase and AWS 9:12 - Scale-to-zero benefits of serverless applications 10:27 - Serverless encourages modular and microservices architecture 11:52 - Importance of separation of concerns in software engineering 14:13 - Monolith vs. microservices: Use cases and trade-offs 15:40 - Why microservices dominate most use cases today 17:04 - Challenges of scaling monoliths: The case of an e-commerce startup 18:32 - Flash sales and scaling limitations of monolithic architectures 20:22 - Nostalgia for virtual machines and early modernization efforts 23:11 - Founding AntStack after learning the potential of serverless 25:59 - First customer story: Azuga and the birth of AntStack 27:22 - Becoming partners with Serverless Framework 28:45 - Growth of serverless: From niche to mainstream adoption 29:56 - Serverless conferences and their growing audience 30:48 - Reasons for slower adoption of serverless compared to Kubernetes 33:13 - Challenges for organizations transitioning to serverless 35:12 - Technical debt and the cost of not modernizing 37:05 - The inevitability of modernization to stay competitive 38:07 - Global accessibility to technology and its implications 39:06 - New-age startups challenging traditional industries 39:22 - Closing remarks and Final reflections Website: https://www.antstack.com/ LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/antstackio Behance: https://behance.net/antstack Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/antstack Instagram: https://instagram.com/lifeatantstack #AntStackTV #ServerlessInnovation #CloudComputing #GenAI #AIFirstSolutions #Modernization #TechInsights #ScalableSolutions #CloudNative #AntStackJourney #TechLeadership #InnovationInTech #AIWorkflow #DigitalTransformation #techpodcast [AntStack TV, Serverless solutions, Cloud-native technologies, Generative AI, AI-first applications, Modernizing businesses, Scalable and efficient systems, Tech leadership, Workflow transformation, AI in tech, Challenges in innovation, Tech modernization tips, Cloud computing evolution, AI empowerment, Innovative tech journeys]

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WS Verified Access extends its secure, VPN-less access capabilities to non-HTTP(S) applications and resources, enabling zero trust access to corporate resources over protocols such as Secure Shell…

Bluesky is built by around 10 engineers, and has amassed 5 million users since publicly launching in February this year. A deep dive into novel design decisions, moving off AWS, and more.

Amazon Aurora Serverless v2 now supports scaling capacity down to 0 ACUs, enabling you to optimize costs during periods of database inactivity. Aurora Serverless is an on-demand, auto scaling…

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