#What of WebAssembly

[utopicwork]

Out of curiousity, what would putting a website on piermesh be like / entail...?

If the regular web can be accessed as well, how is a piermesh-specific site different?

Apologies if I'm misunderstanding, I'm only just getting into programming / web dev :]

First, just for anyone interested: a site on PierMesh is called a Catch for themeing reasons

More to the point, at the moment putting a website on PierMesh is just:

Make sure all your content is inlined to one html page

Copy paste the code into the web client

Sharing the link to your page

The difference between a regular site and a PierMesh site at the moment to a normal web dev is mainly that you have more freedom in setting your link (any utf-8 characters are allowed) and that we ask that PierMesh sites be lightweight. But there's a lot more coming, WASM (WebAssembly) based site logic enabling Rust and Python based sites, cdn like site duplication across (operator*) nodes for faster access and distributed indexing to name a few. Also typically a PierMesh site will load faster, maintain more features and will be more reliable on PierMesh then a normal site because the Hopper/proxying functionality just scrapes the page and provides that to you (though it does automatically inline some content) which can be heavy on the PierMesh network and have buggy JS interactions depending on the site.

Tumblr refuses to let me start a line with an asterisk without turning it into a bullet point so the detail here on the operator note is that operator nodes are intended to be more static, higher throughput nodes as opposed to a single user setup.

Thanks for the question, let me know if you have any follow ups

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Shadertoys ported to Rust GPU

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Observations/Thoughts

Rebuilding Prime Video UI with Rust and WebAssembly

ALP Rust is faster than C++

what if the poison were rust?

A surprising enum size optimization in the Rust compiler

Two Years of Rust

An ECS lite architecture

A 2025 Survey of Rust GUI Libraries

BTrees, Inverted Indices, and a Model for Full Text Search

Cutting Down Rust Compile Times From 30 to 2 Minutes With One Thousand Crates

SIMD in zlib-rs (part 1): Autovectorization and target features

Avoiding memory fragmentation in Rust with jemalloc

[video] Bevy Basics: Who Observes the Observer

Rust Walkthroughs

Rust Type System Deep Dive From GATs to Type Erasure

Async from scratch 1: What's in a Future, anyway? | natkr's ramblings

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Building a search engine from scratch, in Rust: part 4

Pretty State Machine Patterns in Rust

[video] Build with Naz : Declarative macros in Rust

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March 2025 Jobs Report

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Crate of the Week

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Updates from the Rust Project

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detect and provide suggestion for &raw EXPR

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make the compiler suggest actual paths instead of visible paths if the visible paths are through any doc hidden path

tell LLVM about impossible niche tags

remove Nonterminal and TokenKind::Interpolated

re-use Sized fast-path

Library

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initial UnsafePinned implementation (Part 1: Libs)

polymorphize array::IntoIter's iterator impl

speed up String::push and String::insert

std: add Output::exit_ok

Cargo

added symlink resolution for workspace-path-hash

improved error message when build-dir template var is invalid

Rustdoc

search: add unbox flag to Result aliases

enable Markdown extensions when looking for doctests

Clippy

arbitrary_source_item_ordering should ignore test modules

implicit_return: better handling of asynchronous code

accept self.cmp(other).into() as canonical PartialOrd impl

add manual_abs_diff lint

consecutive returns dont decrease cognitive Complexity level anymore

consider nested lifetimes in mut_from_ref

correctly handle bracketed type in default_constructed_unit_struct

deprecate match_on_vec_items lint

do not propose to auto-derive Clone in presence of unsafe fields

fix: iter_cloned_collect false positive with custom From/IntoIterator impl

fix: map_entry: don't emit lint before checks have been performed

fix: redundant_clone false positive in overlapping lifetime

various fixes for manual_is_power_of_two

Rust-Analyzer

ast: return correct types for make::expr_* methods

add children modules feature

add normalizeDriveLetter

distribute x64 and aarch64 Linux builds with PGO optimizations

fix dyn compatibility code bypassing callable_item_signature query

fix a small bug with catastrophic effects

fix an incorrect ExpressionStore that was passed

prevent panics when there is a cyclic dependency between closures

shadow type by module

ignore errors from rustfmt which may trigger error notification

port closure inference from rustc

Rust Compiler Performance Triage

Relatively small changes this week, nothing terribly impactful (positive or negative).

Triage done by @simulacrum. Revision range: e643f59f..15f58c46

1 Regressions, 3 Improvements, 3 Mixed; 2 of them in rollups 35 artifact comparisons made in total

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Approved RFCs

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Tracking Issues & PRs

Rust

Split elided_lifetime_in_paths into tied and untied

check types of const param defaults

Stabilize flags for doctest cross compilation

Do not remove trivial SwitchInt in analysis MIR

Implement a lint for implicit autoref of raw pointer dereference - take 2

Implement Default for raw pointers

make abi_unsupported_vector_types a hard error

Stabilize let chains in the 2024 edition

Make closure capturing have consistent and correct behaviour around patterns

Stabilize the cell_update feature

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[asyncmeow]

ffs. the more i think over this project, the bigger it gets...

i need to convert a minecraft schematic file (either mcedit .schematics or newer .schems, meaning ill have to prob translate older ones to newer ones too) into a obj file, with textures for it.

but to convert schematics (to let me handle old and new ones) i need to have mappings for old block ids to new, namespaced block names.

but to know what a block looks like i need to read resource packs

but to read resource packs for any mc version i have to port my resource pack converter tool to rust (this is all written in rust since it's goal is to run in the browser with webassembly)

but to have generated meshes not be shit performance wise i need to figure out a way to optimize voxel meshes

but wait, minecraft technically allows non voxel meshes since faces can be at an angle, so i ACTUALLY need to optimize fully generic meshes, which is even harder

but to texture the mesh i have to keep track of where on each face each block is, and which face is being shown from each block

and I'll also have to handle things like entity rendering!

fuck. I'm tempted to give up on this project, again, when I gave up on it last year.

[fabvancesolution]

The Future of Web Development: Trends, Techniques, and Tools

Web development is a dynamic field that is continually evolving to meet the demands of an increasingly digital world. With businesses relying more on online presence and user experience becoming a priority, web developers must stay abreast of the latest trends, technologies, and best practices. In this blog, we’ll delve into the current landscape of web development, explore emerging trends and tools, and discuss best practices to ensure successful web projects.

Understanding Web Development

Web development involves the creation and maintenance of websites and web applications. It encompasses a variety of tasks, including front-end development (what users see and interact with) and back-end development (the server-side that powers the application). A successful web project requires a blend of design, programming, and usability skills, with a focus on delivering a seamless user experience.

Key Trends in Web Development

Progressive Web Apps (PWAs): PWAs are web applications that provide a native app-like experience within the browser. They offer benefits like offline access, push notifications, and fast loading times. By leveraging modern web capabilities, PWAs enhance user engagement and can lead to higher conversion rates.

Single Page Applications (SPAs): SPAs load a single HTML page and dynamically update content as users interact with the app. This approach reduces page load times and provides a smoother experience. Frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue.js have made developing SPAs easier, allowing developers to create responsive and efficient applications.

Responsive Web Design: With the increasing use of mobile devices, responsive design has become essential. Websites must adapt to various screen sizes and orientations to ensure a consistent user experience. CSS frameworks like Bootstrap and Foundation help developers create fluid, responsive layouts quickly.

Voice Search Optimization: As voice-activated devices like Amazon Alexa and Google Home gain popularity, optimizing websites for voice search is crucial. This involves focusing on natural language processing and long-tail keywords, as users tend to speak in full sentences rather than typing short phrases.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning: AI is transforming web development by enabling personalized user experiences and smarter applications. Chatbots, for instance, can provide instant customer support, while AI-driven analytics tools help developers understand user behavior and optimize websites accordingly.

Emerging Technologies in Web Development

JAMstack Architecture: JAMstack (JavaScript, APIs, Markup) is a modern web development architecture that decouples the front end from the back end. This approach enhances performance, security, and scalability by serving static content and fetching dynamic content through APIs.

WebAssembly (Wasm): WebAssembly allows developers to run high-performance code on the web. It opens the door for languages like C, C++, and Rust to be used for web applications, enabling complex computations and graphics rendering that were previously difficult to achieve in a browser.

Serverless Computing: Serverless architecture allows developers to build and run applications without managing server infrastructure. Platforms like AWS Lambda and Azure Functions enable developers to focus on writing code while the cloud provider handles scaling and maintenance, resulting in more efficient workflows.

Static Site Generators (SSGs): SSGs like Gatsby and Next.js allow developers to build fast and secure static websites. By pre-rendering pages at build time, SSGs improve performance and enhance SEO, making them ideal for blogs, portfolios, and documentation sites.

API-First Development: This approach prioritizes building APIs before developing the front end. API-first development ensures that various components of an application can communicate effectively and allows for easier integration with third-party services.

Best Practices for Successful Web Development

Focus on User Experience (UX): Prioritizing user experience is essential for any web project. Conduct user research to understand your audience's needs, create wireframes, and test prototypes to ensure your design is intuitive and engaging.

Emphasize Accessibility: Making your website accessible to all users, including those with disabilities, is a fundamental aspect of web development. Adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) by using semantic HTML, providing alt text for images, and ensuring keyboard navigation is possible.

Optimize Performance: Website performance significantly impacts user satisfaction and SEO. Optimize images, minify CSS and JavaScript, and leverage browser caching to ensure fast loading times. Tools like Google PageSpeed Insights can help identify areas for improvement.

Implement Security Best Practices: Security is paramount in web development. Use HTTPS to encrypt data, implement secure authentication methods, and validate user input to protect against vulnerabilities. Regularly update dependencies to guard against known exploits.

Stay Current with Technology: The web development landscape is constantly changing. Stay informed about the latest trends, tools, and technologies by participating in online courses, attending webinars, and engaging with the developer community. Continuous learning is crucial to maintaining relevance in this field.

Essential Tools for Web Development

Version Control Systems: Git is an essential tool for managing code changes and collaboration among developers. Platforms like GitHub and GitLab facilitate version control and provide features for issue tracking and code reviews.

Development Frameworks: Frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue.js streamline the development process by providing pre-built components and structures. For back-end development, frameworks like Express.js and Django can speed up the creation of server-side applications.

Content Management Systems (CMS): CMS platforms like WordPress, Joomla, and Drupal enable developers to create and manage websites easily. They offer flexibility and scalability, making it simple to update content without requiring extensive coding knowledge.

Design Tools: Tools like Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD help designers create user interfaces and prototypes. These tools facilitate collaboration between designers and developers, ensuring that the final product aligns with the initial vision.

Analytics and Monitoring Tools: Google Analytics, Hotjar, and other analytics tools provide insights into user behavior, allowing developers to assess the effectiveness of their websites. Monitoring tools can alert developers to issues such as downtime or performance degradation.

Conclusion

Web development is a rapidly evolving field that requires a blend of creativity, technical skills, and a user-centric approach. By understanding the latest trends and technologies, adhering to best practices, and leveraging essential tools, developers can create engaging and effective web experiences. As we look to the future, those who embrace innovation and prioritize user experience will be best positioned for success in the competitive world of web development. Whether you are a seasoned developer or just starting, staying informed and adaptable is key to thriving in this dynamic landscape.

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[michaelgogins]

More Notes on the Computer Music Playpen

I have finished maintenance on the VST3 plugin opcodes for Csound, Csound for Android, and some other things, and am re-focusing in composition.

One thing that happened as I was cleaning up the VST3 opcodes is that I discovered a very important thing. There are computer music programs that function as VST3 plugins and that significantly exceed the quality or power what Csound has so far done on it own, just for examples that I am using or plan to use:

The Valhalla reverbs by Sean Costello -- I think these actually derive from a reverb design that Sean did in the 1990s when he and I both were attending the Woof meetings at Columbia University. Sean's reverb design was ported first to Csound orchestra code, and then to C as a built-in opcode. It's the best and most widely used reverb in Csound, but it's not as good as the Valhalla reverbs, partly because the Valhalla reverbs can do a good job of preserving stereo.

Cardinal -- This is a fairly complete port of the VCV Rack "virtual Eurorack" patchable modular synthesiser not only to a VST3 plugin, but also to a WebAssembly module. This is exactly like sticking a very good Eurorack synthesizer right into Csound.

plugdata -- This is most of Pure Data, but with a slightly different and somewhat smoother user interface, as a VST3 plugin.

I also discovered that some popular digital audio workstations (DAWs), the workhorses of the popular music production industry, can embed algorithmic composition code written in a scripting language. For example, Reaper can host scripts written in Lua or Python, both of which are entirely capable of sophisticated algorithmic composition, and both of which have Csound APIs. And of course any of these DAWs can host Csound in the form of a Cabbage plugin.

All of this raises for me the question: What's the playpen? What's the most productive environment for me to compose in? Is it a DAW that now embeds my algorithms and my Csound instruments, or is it just code?

Right now the answer is not simply code, but specifically HTML5 code. And here is my experience and my reasons for not jumping to a DAW.

I don't want my pieces to break. I want my pieces to run in 20 years (assuming I am still around) just as they run today. Both HTML5 and Csound are "versionless" in the sense that they intend, and mostly succeed, in preserving complete backwards compatibility. There are Csound pieces from before 1990 that run just fine today -- that's over 33 years. But DAWs, so far, don't have such a good record in this department. I think many people find they have to keep porting older pieces to keep then running in newer software.

I'm always using a lot of resources, a lot of software, a lot of libraries. The HTML5 environment just makes this a great deal easier. Any piece of software that either is written in JavaScript or WebAssembly, or provides a JavaScript interface, can be used in a piece with a little but of JavaScript glue code. That includes Csound itself, my algorithmic composition software CsoundAC, the live coding system Strudel, and now Cardinal.

The Web browser itself contains a fantastic panoply of software, notably WebGL and WebAudio, so it's very easy to do visual music in the HTML5 environment.

[eccentric-nucleus]

okay so i dug through the code enough to hit the actual rendering code, & it's completely impossible to do in webgl2 just due to the various opengl4 rendering calls. which, fine.

like with the knowledge that it's possible to access opengl4 via web assembly i am kind of tempted to try that out. but the problem with that is all the examples people have are like... "i used emscripten to convert some c++ into wasm and now i have 3000 lines of autogenerated boilerplate to invoke that code", when i guess what i'd want would be, uh, a wasm that's literally just the opengl headers that i'd call into not unlike using the existing WebGL2RenderingContext object. but that seems to be very much not a common usage of webassembly (and, presumably, having a lot of overhead to constantly jump in and out of javascript world. but i have no clue how efficient web assembly is anyway)

[pcrtisuyog]

The Future of Full-Stack Web Development: Trends, Tools, and Technologies to Watch

In the ever-evolving world of tech, few areas have seen as much rapid growth and transformation as full stack web development. What used to be a clear separation between frontend and backend has now turned into a more seamless, hybrid model, where developers are expected to juggle both ends of the spectrum. But where is this all heading?

As we look into the future of full-stack web development, it's clear that exciting changes are on the horizon — from smarter tools and frameworks to revolutionary technologies that promise to redefine how we build for the web. If you're a developer, student, or tech enthusiast, it's time to pay attention.

What is Full Stack Web Development?

Before diving into future trends, let’s briefly revisit what full stack web development really means. A full stack developer works on both:

Frontend (client-side): Everything users interact with — HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and UI frameworks like React or Vue.js.

Backend (server-side): Databases, servers, APIs, and the business logic behind the scenes using technologies like Node.js, Python, Ruby, or Java.

A full stack developer is essentially a digital Swiss Army knife — versatile, adaptable, and always in demand.

Emerging Trends in Full Stack Web Development

Here’s what’s shaping the future:

1. The Rise of Jamstack

Jamstack (JavaScript, APIs, and Markup) is becoming the preferred architecture for faster, more secure, and scalable web applications. Unlike traditional stacks, Jamstack decouples the frontend from the backend, improving performance and simplifying development.

2. AI-Powered Development Tools

Artificial Intelligence is now making its way into code editors and development platforms. Think GitHub Copilot or ChatGPT. These tools assist in writing code, identifying bugs, and even generating entire functions — speeding up the full stack workflow.

Benefits:

Faster coding with AI suggestions

Error prediction and debugging assistance

Smart documentation generation

3. Serverless and Edge Computing

Forget managing traditional servers — serverless architectures and edge computing are becoming the new standard. They allow developers to deploy applications with minimal infrastructure concerns, focusing purely on code and performance.

4. Component-Based Development

Modern frontend frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue are pushing developers towards building reusable components. This modular approach is now extending into the backend too, creating consistent development patterns across the stack.

Tools to Watch in Full Stack Development

To stay relevant, developers must keep their toolkits updated. Here are some must-watch tools shaping the future:

Frontend Tools

React (with Next.js) – For server-side rendering and static generation

Svelte – Lightweight and highly efficient for reactive apps

Tailwind CSS – Utility-first CSS framework for rapid UI development

Backend Tools

Node.js – Continues to dominate with asynchronous performance

Deno – A secure runtime from Node.js’s creator

GraphQL – Replacing REST APIs with a more flexible query language

DevOps & Hosting

Vercel & Netlify – Leading platforms for seamless frontend deployment

Docker & Kubernetes – For containerization and orchestration

Firebase & Supabase – Backend-as-a-service options for fast prototyping

Key Technologies Shaping the Future

Let’s look at the bigger innovations redefining full stack web development:

WebAssembly (WASM): Bringing languages like C++ and Rust to the web browser

Progressive Web Apps (PWAs): Combining web and native app experiences

Blockchain Integration: Decentralized apps (dApps) and smart contract backends

Real-Time Web with WebSockets & MQTT: Enabling live updates and chats

The Human Side of Full Stack Development

Beyond the code and tools, the role of a full stack developer is evolving on a human level too.

Collaborative Skills: Developers must now work more closely with designers, DevOps, and data teams.

Soft Skills Matter: Communication, problem-solving, and adaptability are becoming just as crucial as technical expertise.

Lifelong Learning: With new frameworks emerging almost monthly, continuous learning is a non-negotiable part of the job.

Final Thoughts

Full stack web development is no longer just about knowing a few languages. It’s about understanding entire ecosystems, embracing new paradigms, and building applications that are fast, scalable, and user-centric.

As we look to the future, the lines between frontend and backend will continue to blur, AI will become a coding partner, and developers will be more empowered than ever before. Staying curious, adaptable, and open to learning will be the key to thriving in this dynamic field.

In summary, here’s what to watch for in full stack web development:

Greater automation through AI tools

Continued growth of Jamstack and serverless models

Wider adoption of real-time, decentralized, and modular systems

The rise of multi-disciplinary developer roles

The future is full of possibilities — and if you’re a developer today, you’re right at the center of this exciting evolution.

[hawkstack]

Service Mesh with Istio and Linkerd: A Practical Overview

As microservices architectures continue to dominate modern application development, managing service-to-service communication has become increasingly complex. Service meshes have emerged as a solution to address these complexities — offering enhanced security, observability, and traffic management between services.

Two of the most popular service mesh solutions today are Istio and Linkerd. In this blog post, we'll explore what a service mesh is, why it's important, and how Istio and Linkerd compare in real-world use cases.

What is a Service Mesh?

A service mesh is a dedicated infrastructure layer that controls communication between services in a distributed application. Instead of hardcoding service-to-service communication logic (like retries, failovers, and security policies) into your application code, a service mesh handles these concerns externally.

Key features typically provided by a service mesh include:

Traffic management: Fine-grained control over service traffic (routing, load balancing, fault injection)

Observability: Metrics, logs, and traces that give insights into service behavior

Security: Encryption, authentication, and authorization between services (often using mutual TLS)

Reliability: Retries, timeouts, and circuit breaking to improve service resilience

Why Do You Need a Service Mesh?

As applications grow more complex, maintaining reliable and secure communication between services becomes critical. A service mesh abstracts this complexity, allowing teams to:

Deploy features faster without worrying about cross-service communication challenges

Increase application reliability and uptime

Gain full visibility into service behavior without modifying application code

Enforce security policies consistently across the environment

Introducing Istio

Istio is one of the most feature-rich service meshes available today. Originally developed by Google, IBM, and Lyft, Istio offers deep integration with Kubernetes but can also support hybrid cloud environments.

Key Features of Istio:

Advanced traffic management: Canary deployments, A/B testing, traffic shifting

Comprehensive security: Mutual TLS, policy enforcement, and RBAC (Role-Based Access Control)

Extensive observability: Integrates with Prometheus, Grafana, Jaeger, and Kiali for metrics and tracing

Extensibility: Supports custom plugins through WebAssembly (Wasm)

Ingress/Egress gateways: Manage inbound and outbound traffic effectively

Pros of Istio:

Rich feature set suitable for complex enterprise use cases

Strong integration with Kubernetes and cloud-native ecosystems

Active community and broad industry adoption

Cons of Istio:

Can be resource-heavy and complex to set up and manage

Steeper learning curve compared to lighter service meshes

Introducing Linkerd

Linkerd is often considered the original service mesh and is known for its simplicity, performance, and focus on the core essentials.

Key Features of Linkerd:

Lightweight and fast: Designed to be resource-efficient

Simple setup: Easy to install, configure, and operate

Security-first: Automatic mutual TLS between services

Observability out of the box: Includes metrics, tap (live traffic inspection), and dashboards

Kubernetes-native: Deeply integrated with Kubernetes

Pros of Linkerd:

Minimal operational complexity

Lower resource usage

Easier learning curve for teams starting with service mesh

High performance and low latency

Cons of Linkerd:

Fewer advanced traffic management features compared to Istio

Less customizable for complex use cases

Choosing the Right Service Mesh

Choosing between Istio and Linkerd largely depends on your needs:

Choose Istio if you require advanced traffic management, complex security policies, and extensive customization — typically in larger, enterprise-grade environments.

Choose Linkerd if you value simplicity, low overhead, and rapid deployment — especially in smaller teams or organizations where ease of use is critical.

Ultimately, both Istio and Linkerd are excellent choices — it’s about finding the best fit for your application landscape and operational capabilities.

Final Thoughts

Service meshes are no longer just "nice to have" for microservices — they are increasingly a necessity for ensuring resilience, security, and observability at scale. Whether you pick Istio for its powerful feature set or Linkerd for its lightweight design, implementing a service mesh can greatly enhance your service architecture.

Stay tuned — in upcoming posts, we'll dive deeper into setting up Istio and Linkerd with hands-on labs and real-world use cases!

Would you also like me to include a hands-on quickstart guide (like "how to install Istio and Linkerd on a local Kubernetes cluster")? 🚀

For more details www.hawkstack.com 

[billtj]

6 languages you can deploy to WebAssembly right now | InfoWorld

[dzinesoniya]

Understanding WebAssembly: A Quiet Revolution in Web Performance

When we think of building websites, we often think of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. These three have been the backbone of the web for a long time. But as websites and apps grow more complex, developers need something faster and more powerful—especially for performance-heavy tasks. That’s where WebAssembly (Wasm) steps in.

Let’s break down what it is and why it’s getting attention across the tech world, without getting too technical.

What is WebAssembly?

WebAssembly is a code format that runs in the browser. It’s not meant to replace JavaScript but to work alongside it. Think of it as a faster way to run code that needs speed—like gaming, video editing, data processing, or even parts of e-commerce sites with lots of user activity.

What makes WebAssembly special is its ability to run at near-native speed, meaning it can perform heavy tasks much faster than traditional JavaScript in many cases. Developers can write code in languages like C, C++, or Rust and compile it into WebAssembly, which then runs in the browser.

Why Should You Care?

Speed. That’s the big reason. In today’s world, users expect websites to load quickly and respond instantly. If you’re building a platform with lots of real-time features—say, a live video platform, a product configurator, or a browser-based game—JavaScript alone might not cut it.

Here’s what WebAssembly can do better:

Load faster, especially for complex tasks

Use memory more efficiently

Deliver smooth experiences for graphic-heavy or real-time apps

For businesses, that means happier users, lower bounce rates, and more time spent on the site.

What Does This Mean for Website Owners?

While WebAssembly is still new for many, it's gradually finding its way into real projects—especially where performance really matters.

If you're running a basic blog or business site, you probably won’t need WebAssembly right away. But if your web app handles large files, video processing, or needs real-time interactions, this technology can make a big difference.

And here’s the important part: not every team is ready to implement it correctly. That’s where working with an experienced website designing company in India can help. These companies are often at the front of using better tech to make websites run smoother and load faster—especially for demanding industries like fintech, healthcare, or eCommerce.

Real-World Examples

Some well-known platforms have already started using WebAssembly in clever ways:

Figma, a popular design tool, uses WebAssembly to speed up rendering and real-time collaboration in the browser.

AutoCAD Web App relies on it to bring a full CAD experience to users without installing software.

Online games that run smoothly inside the browser also benefit from it.

These use cases show that you don’t always need a native app to offer high performance. A smart setup in the browser is enough.

The Role of Your Development Partner

If you're thinking of building a web app where performance is critical, choosing the right team matters. A skilled website designing company in India will know when and where to apply WebAssembly. They won’t just throw in trendy tools for the sake of it—but use them to genuinely improve performance.

They’ll help you identify if your site or app can benefit from this technology, and how to introduce it without causing problems elsewhere.

[lisaward867]

Hiring Rust Developers for Blockchain? Here’s What You Need to Know

The performance, security, and reliability criteria matter greatly in today's world of blockchain development. Rust is systems programming built by Mozilla and is presently fast becoming an indispensable language among blockchain developers for the ultimate combination of security and speed. Memory safety guarantees with no garbage collection are a way to have fewer runtime errors and fewer performance bottlenecks. Therefore, with the scale and complexity of these decentralized applications on the increase, an increasing number of developers need tools that will enable him or her to build these high-performance systems with little overhead. This is the reason that most projects pursue this development language, for example, Solana, Polkadot, or Near. If you want to build or expand your own blockchain application, Hire Rust developers at the beginning of the development process to ensure that you are building everything secure and high-performance from the very beginning.

The Role of Rust Developers in Blockchain Projects

The programmers developing in Rust are quite unlike other software engineers. Having to serve a variety of roles ranging from protocol architects to crypto specialists to smart contract engineers, they are engaged in a variety of projects in the blockchain realm. They are also fighting the constraints put forth by decentralized networks to give birth to fast,secure and scalable code. The developers go on to design and maintain the core blockchain layers such as consensus mechanisms, transaction validation engines, peer-to-peer communications modules, and smart contract runtimes. Besides, they have to very often be meticulous about serialization of data, encryption standards, and error handling because a single error could in principle be scaled and exploited. Rust is ideal for high-risk environments like blockchain, given its excellent tooling, ranging from an uncompromising compiler through integrated testing frameworks, allowing developers to safeguard against bugs at compile time. If you want a robust and secure product delivered to your users, it is necessary to have experienced Rust developers in the team working on the blockchain.

Skills to Look for When Hiring Rust Blockchain Developers

When evaluating candidates for blockchain-related Rust roles, technical proficiency is just the starting point. Yes, they should be fluent in Rust syntax, lifetimes, ownership rules, and concurrency models—but they also need an in-depth understanding of blockchain fundamentals. Look for candidates with experience in developing or contributing to blockchain platforms like Substrate, Solana, or Cosmos SDK. They should be familiar with smart contract standards (such as Solana’s BPF or Ink! for Substrate), cryptographic techniques like elliptic curve cryptography, and networking protocols like libp2p. Experience with WebAssembly (Wasm) is highly desirable, as many Rust-based smart contracts compile to Wasm for execution. In addition to technical skills, strong problem-solving abilities, an understanding of decentralized application (dApp) architectures, and the ability to write clean, documented code are key traits to watch for. Developers who are active in the open-source Rust or Web3 communities often bring valuable experience and innovative thinking to the table.

Where to Find the Right Rust Talent

Finding skilled Rust developers, particularly in blockchain, has become a challenge since this is a relatively fresh space with a handful of talent entering its gates. Yet a good prospecting strategy can allow you to track down skilled developers throughout the world. Online coding communities like GitHub, Dev.to, and the Rust users forum are perfect for finding those developers who actively support Rust libraries and blockchain tools. Blockchain-specific platforms such as CryptoJobs, Web3.career, and AngelList provide access to developers looking for jobs in decentralized technologies. Other good sources for candidates include LinkedIn, RustConf events, and developer hackathons targeted toward Web3. Don't forget about remote hiring; this is a domain where some of the best Rust people work freelance or in global teams. Making your project attractive via innovation and flexibility will have high value on the radar of superior candidates. Building an excellent employer brand in the Rust and blockchain domain will also attract talent over time.

Why Rust is a Smart Long-Term Investment

Rust is a language oriented towards the future and beyond just a hot new thing. With fast-growing adoption at major companies such as Meta (for infrastructure), Microsoft (for secure development), and Amazon (for cloud services), Rust is proving more than capable of handling mission-critical applications. It brings great value to those in the blockchain industry, where scalability, security, and efficiency affect user trust and network adoption. Unlike more dynamic languages that may compromise on safety and performance, Rust offers guarantees on correctness via its compiler, helping crush entire classes of bugs before they ever reach production. Its growing ecosystem—mature libraries, async support, and framework Substrate—allows building full-featured blockchain applications from the ground up with astonishing ease. Choosing Rust cuts your tech debt and aligns your tech stack with a fast-growing developer community that is highly supported. An investment in Rust translates into ensuring your blockchain project is future-ready and resilient to ever-changing industry requirements.

Conclusion

The development team is equally important as the concept behind your project in the ever-evolving blockchain landscape. Technologies like Rust do provide a sturdy base on which the decentralized system can be made scalable, secure, and efficient, but to exploit its potential fully, the developers need to be well-versed with it. The decision to Hire dedicated Rust developers can profoundly affect the success of your project, whether it is a layer-1 blockchain, a DeFi protocol, or a decentralized identity platform. These developers will be instrumental in guiding performance optimizations, architectural foresight, and quality assurance of code, all needful in the high-octane world of Web3. Partnering with a technically brilliant and strategically aligned Rust team will allow you to innovate faster and reduce the security risks as you scale your blockchain activities. Your investment in Rust talent today is a strategic step toward building the ready-to-lead blockchain solutions of tomorrow's decentralized economy.

[fahrni]

Saturday Morning Coffee

Good morning from Charlottesville, Virginia! ☕️

Tom Warren • The Verge

PS5 owners really want to play Xbox games, as Microsoft tops Sony’s preorder charts

From an outsiders perspective this makes sense given Microsoft’s move to purchase extremely popular game studios. They should absolutely make sure everything they create is playable on PlayStation. It’s kind of been Microsoft’s M.O. all along. Write software that runs anywhere. 👨🏻‍💻

JanerationX

The other day, I was reading an interesting article about moving away from social media siloes and getting back to basics with a domain and a web page. (Neocities is also a nice place to learn HTML markup and put up a home page.) I liked the article and was looking forward to leaving a comment, BUT when I got to the bottom of the post, I was confronted with a prompt to sign up for a membership. Really? To leave a comment? Especially on an article about the small web?

Of course this is about Substack. It is, along with X, an internet Nazi bar and it’s full of amazing writers supporting it.

Money talks, I guess. 😞

Alana Loftus • Irish Star

A major Tesla investor has called on Elon Musk to step down as head of the company as a nationwide boycott causes stock prices to plunge.

Ross Gerber, who owns an estimated $105 million in shares of Tesla stock, called on Elon Musk to step down as head of the company, saying that he “destroyed” the company’s reputation

Does anyone know what Tesla is up to anymore? It’s just sitting there, not making progress. It was once a bright shining star. Now it’s a losing afterthought. Wonder why?

Tesla board, fire Musk.🔥

Chris Medland • Racer

Red Bull only has itself to blame for its driver mess

It’s really incredible to see Red Bull panicking over two races with, in essence, a rookie driver. They fire Danny Ricardo and Sergio Perez in favor of Liam Lawson — over Yuki Tsunoda — and expect the man to be top 10, or better, on day one. Absurd.

Red Bull has competition, that’s it. McLaren has caught up and Mercedes is show some of their old spark. Not to mention Alex Albon keeping Williams in a good spot.

I’d expect Ferrari to show some teeth soon. It’s gonna get really interesting! 🏎️

Fiona Jackson • TechRepublic

Once upon a time, landing a job at the likes of Amazon, Google, or Microsoft was seen as the golden ticket — offering generous salaries, four-day work weeks, and nap pods. Over the last few years, though, that image has been transformed into one that is far less idyllic, marked with mass layoffs and employees sleeping on the office floor.

Basically the BigCo’s are returning to the way they used to be. When I was at Microsoft everyone worked long hours moving as fast as we could to meet deadlines. My nap pod was the floor under my desk where I’d grab some shuteye as I worked overnight. I’d imagine I worked an average of 60 hours a week for months on end.

It’s not a good way to live. It’s hard on you physically and mentally and if you have a family it punishes them.

I do not recommend doing it.

InfoQ

Rebuilding Prime Video UI with Rust and WebAssembly

This link is to a video and slides for the presentation. I didn’t watch it but I thought I’d share it because I do find this interesting.

The browser as operating system feels more than a bit odd. Folks like Apple, Mozilla, Google, and Microsoft really need to put way more effort into tooling to make it better for developers. As a developer I want a full IDE with real debugging support, no matter the language I choose. Perhaps they’re already there and I’m just naive?

I’m still a bit bitter WebAssembly was chosen over a CLI implementation — ECMA-335 — that runs in the browser. But, at least we have something common for browsers and languages to target.

It is strange to take this low level language and spit out WebAssembly. ⚒️

Noor Al-Sibai • Futurism

Researchers have found that ChatGPT “power users,” or those who use it the most and at the longest durations, are becoming dependent upon — or even addicted to — the chatbot.

It was inevitable, right?

The Eclectic Light Company

Each new version of macOS has increased the complexity of launching apps, from the basics of launchd, the addition of LaunchServices, to security checks on notarization and XProtect.

If you’d like to see a really nice overview of how macOS launches apps, this is for you! 🚀

It’s not crazy technical, an intentional choice by the author, and will give you an understanding of how things work when you start up your favorite application.

Steve Yegge • Sourcegraph

In this post, I assume that vibe coding will grow up and people will use it for real engineering, with the “turn your brain off” version of it sticking around just for prototyping and fun projects. For me, vibe coding just means letting the AI do the work. How closely you choose to pay attention to the AI’s work depends solely on the problem at hand. For production, you pay attention; for prototypes, you chill. Either way, it’s vibe coding if you didn’t write it by hand.

Vibe coding is the new way I guess.

As someone who has spent over 30-years struggling to become better each and every day I find this depressing. I know I’m an ok developer. Not the worst and certainly not the best, not even close. But to spend a lifetime at something only to see folks produce more output without even trying is extremely discouraging.

Craftsmanship goes out the window in favor of expediency. It is the new way and we’re all going to have to get used to it or be left behind.

I’ve finally become a dinosaur. 🦕

[this-week-in-rust]

This Week in Rust 553

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Updates from Rust Community

Project/Tooling Updates

ratatui - v0.27.0

Introduction - ChoRus

uuid now properly supports version 7 counters

Godot-Rust - June 2024 update

piggui v0.2.0

git-cliff 2.4.0 is released!

Observations/Thoughts

Claiming, auto and otherwise

Ownership

Puzzle: Sharing declarative args between top level and subcommand using Clap

Will Rust be alive in 10 years?

Why WebAssembly came to the Backend (Wasm in the wild part 3)

in-place construction seems surprisingly simple?

Igneous Linearizer

Life in the FastLanes

Rust's concurrency model vs Go's concurrency model: stackless vs stackfull coroutines

Rust Walkthroughs

Master Rust by Playing Video Games!

Tokio Waker Instrumentation

Build with Naz : Comprehensive guide to nom parsing

Running a TLC5940 with an ESP32 using the RMT peripheral

Rust Data-Structures: What is a CIDR trie and how can it help you?

Rust patterns: Micro SDKs

[series] The Definitive Guide to Error Handling in Rust (part 1): Dynamic Errors

Research

When Is Parallelism Fearless and Zero-Cost with Rust?

Miscellaneous

An Interview with Luca Palmieri of Mainmatter

Crate of the Week

This week's crate is cargo-binstall, a cargo subcommand to install crates from binaries out of their github releases.

Thanks to Jiahao XU for the self-suggestion!

Please submit your suggestions and votes for next week!

Calls for Testing

An important step for RFC implementation is for people to experiment with the implementation and give feedback, especially before stabilization. The following RFCs would benefit from user testing before moving forward:

RFCs

No calls for testing were issued this week.

Rust

No calls for testing were issued this week.

Rustup

No calls for testing were issued this week.

If you are a feature implementer and would like your RFC to appear on the above list, add the new call-for-testing label to your RFC along with a comment providing testing instructions and/or guidance on which aspect(s) of the feature need testing.

Call for Participation; projects and speakers

CFP - Projects

Always wanted to contribute to open-source projects but did not know where to start? Every week we highlight some tasks from the Rust community for you to pick and get started!

Some of these tasks may also have mentors available, visit the task page for more information.

cargo-generate - RFC on reading toml values into placeholders

If you are a Rust project owner and are looking for contributors, please submit tasks here or through a PR to TWiR or by reaching out on X (Formerly twitter) or Mastodon!

CFP - Events

Are you a new or experienced speaker looking for a place to share something cool? This section highlights events that are being planned and are accepting submissions to join their event as a speaker.

Rust Ukraine 2024 | Closes 2024-07-06 | Online + Ukraine, Kyiv | Event date: 2024-07-27

Conf42 Rustlang 2024 | Closes 2024-07-22 | online | Event date: 2024-08-22

If you are an event organizer hoping to expand the reach of your event, please submit a link to the website through a PR to TWiR or by reaching out on X (Formerly twitter) or Mastodon!

Updates from the Rust Project

428 pull requests were merged in the last week

hir_typeck: be more conservative in making "note caller chooses ty param" note

rustc_type_ir: Omit some struct fields from Debug output

account for things that optimize out in inlining costs

actually taint InferCtxt when a fulfillment error is emitted

add #[rustc_dump_{predicates,item_bounds}]

add hard error and migration lint for unsafe attrs

allow "C-unwind" fn to have C variadics

allow constraining opaque types during subtyping in the trait system

allow constraining opaque types during various unsizing casts

allow tracing through item_bounds query invocations on opaques

ban ArrayToPointer and MutToConstPointer from runtime MIR

change a DefineOpaqueTypes::No to Yes in diagnostics code

collect attrs in const block expr

coverage: add debugging flag -Zcoverage-options=no-mir-spans

coverage: overhaul validation of the #[coverage(..)] attribute

do not allow safe/unsafe on static and fn items

don't ICE when encountering an extern type field during validation

fix: break inside async closure has incorrect span for enclosing closure

E0308: mismatched types, when expr is in an arm's body, don't add semicolon ';' at the end of it

improve conflict marker recovery

improve tip for inaccessible traits

interpret: better error when we ran out of memory

make async drop code more consistent with regular drop code

make edition dependent :expr macro fragment act like the edition-dependent :pat fragment does

make pretty printing for f16 and f128 consistent

match lowering: expand or-candidates mixed with candidates above

show notice about "never used" of Debug for enum

stop sorting Spans' SyntaxContext, as that is incompatible with incremental

suggest inline const blocks for array initialization

suggest removing unused tuple fields if they are the last fields

uplift next trait solver to rustc_next_trait_solver

add f16 and f128

miri: /miri: nicer error when building miri-script fails

miri: unix/foreign_items: move getpid to the right part of the file

miri: don't rely on libc existing on Windows

miri: fix ICE caused by seeking past i64::MAX

miri: implement LLVM x86 adx intrinsics

miri: implement LLVM x86 bmi intrinsics

miri: nicer batch file error when building miri-script fails

miri: use strict ops instead of checked ops

save 2 pointers in TerminatorKind (96 → 80 bytes)

add SliceLike to rustc_type_ir, use it in the generic solver code (+ some other changes)

std::unix::fs: copy simplification for apple

std::unix::os::home_dir: fallback's optimisation

replace f16 and f128 pattern matching stubs with real implementations

add PidFd::{kill, wait, try_wait}

also get add nuw from uN::checked_add

generalize {Rc, Arc}::make_mut() to unsized types

implement array::repeat

make Option::as_[mut_]slice const

rename std::fs::try_exists to std::fs::exists and stabilize fs_try_exists

replace sort implementations

return opaque type from PanicInfo::message()

stabilise c_unwind

std: refactor the thread-local storage implementation

hashbrown: implement XxxAssign operations on HashSets

hashbrown: replace "ahash" with "default-hasher" in Cargo features

cargo toml: warn when edition is unset, even when MSRV is unset

cargo: add CodeFix::apply_solution and impl Clone

cargo: make -Cmetadata consistent across platforms

cargo: simplify checking feature syntax

cargo: simplify checking for dependency cycles

cargo test: add auto-redaction for not found error

cargo test: auto-redact file number

rustdoc: add support for missing_unsafe_on_extern feature

implement use<> formatting in rustfmt

rustfmt: format safety keywords on static items

remove stray println from rustfmt's rewrite_static

resolve clippy f16 and f128 unimplemented!/FIXMEs

clippy: missing_const_for_fn: add machine-applicable suggestion

clippy: add applicability filter to lint list page

clippy: add more types to is_from_proc_macro

clippy: don't lint implicit_return on proc macros

clippy: fix incorrect suggestion for manual_unwrap_or_default

clippy: resolve clippy::invalid_paths on bool::then

clippy: unnecessary call to min/max method

rust-analyzer: complete async keyword

rust-analyzer: check that Expr is none before adding fixup

rust-analyzer: add toggleLSPLogs command

rust-analyzer: add space after specific keywords in completion

rust-analyzer: filter builtin macro expansion

rust-analyzer: don't remove parentheses for calls of function-like pointers that are members of a struct or union

rust-analyzer: ensure there are no cycles in the source_root_parent_map

rust-analyzer: fix IDE features breaking in some attr macros

rust-analyzer: fix flycheck panicking when cancelled

rust-analyzer: handle character boundaries for wide chars in extend_selection

rust-analyzer: improve hover text in unlinked file diagnostics

rust-analyzer: only show unlinked-file diagnostic on first line during startup

rust-analyzer: pattern completions in let-stmt

rust-analyzer: use ItemInNs::Macros to convert ModuleItem to ItemInNs

rust-analyzer: remove panicbit.cargo extension warning

rust-analyzer: simplify some term search tactics

rust-analyzer: term search: new tactic for associated item constants

Rust Compiler Performance Triage

Mostly a number of improvements driven by MIR inliner improvements, with a small number benchmarks having a significant regression due to improvements in sort algorithms, which are runtime improvements at the cost of usually slight or neutral compile time regressions, with outliers in a few cases.

Triage done by @simulacrum. Revision range: c2932aaf..c3d7fb39

See full report for details.

Approved RFCs

Changes to Rust follow the Rust RFC (request for comments) process. These are the RFCs that were approved for implementation this week: * Change crates.io policy to not offer crate transfer mediation * UnsafePinned: allow aliasing of pinned mutable references

Final Comment Period

Every week, the team announces the 'final comment period' for RFCs and key PRs which are reaching a decision. Express your opinions now.

RFCs

[disposition: merge] RFC: Return Type Notation

[disposition: merge] Add a general mechanism of setting RUSTFLAGS in Cargo for the root crate only

[disposition: close] Allow specifying dependencies for individual artifacts

Tracking Issues & PRs

Rust

[disposition: merge] #![crate_name = EXPR] semantically allows EXPR to be a macro call but otherwise mostly ignores it

[disposition: merge] Add nightly style guide section for precise_capturing use<> syntax

[disposition: merge] Tracking issue for PanicInfo::message

[disposition: merge] Tracking issue for Cell::update

[disposition: \<unspecified>] Tracking issue for core::arch::{x86, x86_64}::has_cpuid

[disposition: merge] Syntax for precise capturing: impl Trait + use<..>

[disposition: merge] Remove the box_pointers lint.

[disposition: merge] Re-implement a type-size based limit

[disposition: merge] Tracking Issue for duration_abs_diff

[disposition: merge] Check alias args for WF even if they have escaping bound vars

Cargo

No Cargo Tracking Issues or PRs entered Final Comment Period this week.

Language Team

No Language Team Tracking Issues or PRs entered Final Comment Period this week.

Language Reference

No Language Reference Tracking Issues or PRs entered Final Comment Period this week.

Unsafe Code Guidelines

No Unsafe Code Guideline Tracking Issues or PRs entered Final Comment Period this week.

New and Updated RFCs

[new] Cargo structured syntax for feature dependencies on crates

[new] Mergeable rustdoc cross-crate info

[new] Add "crates.io: Crate Deletions" RFC

Upcoming Events

Rusty Events between 2024-06-26 - 2024-07-24 🦀

Virtual

2024-06-27 | Virtual (Charlottesville, NC, US) | Charlottesville Rust Meetup

Crafting Interpreters in Rust Collaboratively

2024-07-02 | Virtual (Buffalo, NY) | Buffalo Rust Meetup

Buffalo Rust User Group

2024-07-02 | Hybrid - Virtual and In-person (Los Angeles, CA, US) | Rust Los Angeles

Rust LA Reboot

2024-07-03 | Virtual | Training 4 Programmers LLC

Build Web Apps with Rust and Leptos

2024-07-03 | Virtual (Indianapolis, IN, US) | Indy Rust

Indy.rs - with Social Distancing

2024-07-04 | Virtual (Berlin, DE) | OpenTechSchool Berlin + Rust Berlin

Rust Hack and Learn | Mirror: Rust Hack n Learn Meetup

2024-07-06 | Virtual (Kampala, UG) | Rust Circle Kampala

Rust Circle Meetup

2024-07-09 | Virtual | Rust for Lunch

July 2024 Rust for Lunch

2024-07-09 | Virtual (Dallas, TX, US) | Dallas Rust

Second Tuesday

2024-07-10 | Virtual | Centre for eResearch

Research Computing With The Rust Programming Language

2024-07-11 | Virtual (Charlottesville, NC, US) | Charlottesville Rust Meetup

Crafting Interpreters in Rust Collaboratively

2024-07-11 | Hybrid - Virtual and In-person (Mexico City, DF, MX) | Rust MX

Programación de sistemas con Rust

2024-07-11 | Virtual (Nürnberg, DE) | Rust Nuremberg

Rust Nürnberg online

2024-07-11 | Virtual (Tel Aviv, IL) | Code Mavens

Reading JSON files in Rust (English)

2024-07-16 | Virtual (Tel Aviv, IL) | Code Mavens

Web development in Rust using Rocket - part 2 (English)

2024-07-17 | Hybrid - Virtual and In-person (Vancouver, BC, CA) | Vancouver Rust

Rust Study/Hack/Hang-out

2024-07-18 | Virtual (Berlin, DE) | OpenTechSchool Berlin + Rust Berlin

Rust Hack and Learn | Mirror: Rust Hack n Learn Meetup

2024-07-23| Hybrid - Virtual and In-Person (München/Munich, DE) | Rust Munich

Rust Munich 2024 / 2 - hybrid

2024-07-24 | Virtual | Women in Rust

Lunch & Learn: Exploring Rust API Use Cases

Asia

2024-06-30 | Kyoto, JP | Kyoto Rust

Rust Talk: Cross Platform Apps

2024-07-03 | Tokyo, JP | Tokyo Rust Meetup

I Was Understanding WASM All Wrong!

Europe

2024-06-27 | Berlin, DE | Rust Berlin

Rust and Tell - Title

2024-06-27 | Copenhagen, DK | Copenhagen Rust Community

Rust meetup #48 sponsored by Google!

2024-07-10 | Reading, UK | Reading Rust Workshop

Reading Rust Meetup - July

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7 Powerful Frameworks to Boost Your .NET Skills

.NET development services are growing fast. Businesses need solid, reliable applications, and .NET framework gives developers the tools to build them. But learning .NET isn’t just about writing code. It’s about using the right frameworks to speed up development, simplify tasks, and improve performance.

Many developers, even those working in a .NET development company, don’t explore all the options. They stick to what they know. That’s fine, but if you want to be efficient, you need to use the right tools. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, these seven frameworks will help you write better code and build stronger applications.

1. ASP.NET Core – The Go-To for Web Development

Web apps need to be fast, scalable, and secure. That’s why ASP.NET Core is a must. It’s an open-source framework, designed to handle modern web development needs. Unlike the old ASP.NET, it's cross-platform, meaning you can run it on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

With ASP.NET Core, you get built-in dependency injection, middleware support, and a flexible hosting model. This makes it great for microservices and APIs. If you’re into web development and working with a .NET development company, this is a framework you need to know.

2. Entity Framework Core – Say Goodbye to SQL Headaches

Database management can be tricky. Writing SQL queries by hand is time-consuming. That’s where Entity Framework Core (EF Core) helps. It’s an Object-Relational Mapper (ORM) that lets you interact with databases using C#.

Instead of writing complex SQL queries, you work with objects. Need to fetch data? Just call a method. Need to update records? Modify the object and save changes. It handles everything in the background.

If you work with .NET development services, mastering EF Core can save you hours of work. It supports multiple database providers like SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL, making it a flexible choice.

3. Blazor – Build Web Apps with C# Instead of JavaScript

Most web apps use JavaScript. But what if you could use C# instead? That’s what Blazor does. It’s a framework that lets you build interactive web UIs using C#.

With Blazor, you don’t need JavaScript for client-side logic. You can write everything in C#, and it runs in the browser using WebAssembly. This makes it easier for developers who already know C# but don’t want to learn JavaScript frameworks.

Companies offering .NET development services are using Blazor for single-page applications (SPAs) because it simplifies development and improves performance.

4. MAUI – The Future of Cross-Platform Mobile and Desktop Apps

Building mobile and desktop apps can be complicated. You need different codebases for Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS. .NET MAUI (Multi-platform App UI) solves this by letting you write one codebase that runs on all these platforms.

It replaces Xamarin.Forms and brings better performance, modern UI controls, and easier integration with native APIs. If you’re working at a .NET development company or want to create mobile apps with C#, MAUI is worth learning.

5. Dapper – When You Need a Fast, Lightweight ORM

While Entity Framework Core is powerful, sometimes you need something faster. That’s where Dapper comes in. It’s a micro-ORM that runs raw SQL queries but maps results to C# objects.

Because it doesn’t track changes like EF Core, it’s faster. If you’re working with high-performance applications or large datasets, Dapper is a great choice. It’s widely used in .NET development services for applications that need speed and efficiency.

6. Hangfire – Background Processing Made Simple

Some tasks shouldn’t run while users wait. Things like sending emails, processing payments, or generating reports work better in the background. Hangfire lets you schedule and manage these background jobs easily.

Instead of setting up complex services, you just install Hangfire and let it handle the work. If you're building apps for a .NET development company, this can improve performance and scalability.

7. AutoMapper – Eliminate Boilerplate Mapping Code

Mapping objects in C# can be repetitive. You often write code just to transfer data from one object to another. AutoMapper removes this hassle by handling object-to-object mapping automatically.

For example, if you need to map a database entity to a DTO (Data Transfer Object), AutoMapper does it for you. This reduces errors and saves time, making it useful for developers working in .NET development services.

Why These Frameworks Matter

If you want to become a better .NET developer, you need the right tools. These frameworks help you:

Write cleaner code – Less repetition, more automation.

Improve performance – Faster execution, better database handling.

Save time – Simplify development, reduce manual work.

When businesses hire .NET developers, they expect them to know these tools. Learning them not only makes your job easier but also helps you stay competitive.

Final Thoughts

.NET is huge, but knowing .NET framework isn’t enough. The best developers understand how to use the right frameworks for the right tasks. Whether you’re building web apps, mobile applications, or enterprise systems, these frameworks will help you code smarter and work faster.

If you’re looking for .NET development services or need to hire .NET developers, working with a team that knows these frameworks can make a big difference.