Compilers, User Interfaces & the Rest of Us
Compilers have long been seen as one of the most complex topics in computer science. Nowadays, web frameworks are evolving from runtime libraries into optimizing compilers and reshaping how we build user interfaces. Different topics in front-end development—e.g., reactive programming—are now experiencing this era fueled by static-analysis-driven insights.
This talk will explore how modern UI compilers are redefining performance and developer experience. We’ll discuss how some compilers are designed and different open-source solutions—including the React Compiler, Million.js, Svelte, and Marko—, as well as enterprise apps, and the growing role of compilers in automating things.
By the end of the session, you'll probably be optimistic about a future where compilers understand our entire code and offload a huge part of our mental burden related to manual tasks!