Linear sent me down a local-first rabbit hole
16 days ago
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- Linear is a fast project management tool with instant updates and no loading states.
- Local-first applications prioritize keeping data local and syncing across devices, improving user experience by eliminating network latency.
- Key challenges in local-first development include handling offline/online transitions, conflict resolution, and security.
- Jazz is a local-first tool that simplifies building collaborative apps with automatic syncing and end-to-end encryption.
- Electric SQL and Zero offer alternative approaches to local-first development, integrating with existing databases.
- Local-first is ideal for creative tools, collaborative apps, and mobile apps needing offline support but may not suit heavy server-side logic or large-scale analytics.