Frontend morning brief - 2025-02-12

12/02/2025 4 min
Frontend morning brief - 2025-02-12

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Episode Summary: In this episode, we delve into the recent merger of Remix and React Router, an integration meant to streamline development but has instead steered some developers towards the TanStack framework, highlighting the ongoing evolution and choices within JavaScript frameworks. We also cover critical advancements in frontend development, with practical guides on Redux Toolkit's setup, Magento customization for dynamic unit pricing, and deploying multiplayer WebXR apps, illustrating the relentless innovation in the tech landscape.Main Stories:1. Some Devs Turn to TanStack After Remix/React Router Merger - Developers are reassessing their tools following the merger of Remix and React Router, a move originally aimed at streamlining processes but seen by some as adding unwanted complexity. TanStack emerges as an alternative appealing to those prioritizing architectural clarity and independence. - Sources: - The New Stack: [Why Some Developers Are Unhappy with React Router](https://thenewstack.io/why-some-developers-are-unhappy-with-react-router/) - The New Stack: [The Post Some Devs Turn to TanStack After Remix/React Router Merger](https://thenewstack.io/the-post-some-devs-turn-to-tanstack-after-remix-react-router-merger/)Secondary Stories:1. Redux Toolkit Basic Setup Guide - A comprehensive guide on setting up Redux Toolkit efficiently, crucial for managing complex state systems, particularly in e-commerce environments. Implementing these practices can significantly enhance project scalability and maintainability. - More Info: [Redux Toolkit Setup Guide](https://dev.to/thekbbohara/redux-toolkit-basic-setup-baby-1o4o)2. Customizing Magento's Frontend for Dynamic Pricing - A guide on modifying Magento's layout XML and template files to dynamically update unit prices, enabling tailored pricing displays for enhanced user interaction and business logic adaptability. - More Info: [Custom Module for Magento](https://dev.to/pabodah/update-unitprice-in-order-view-via-a-custom-module-1p2i)3. Deploying Multiplayer WebXR Apps with Needle Engine - A tutorial on deploying 3D WebXR applications using Needle Engine on Vercel, paving the way for immersive e-commerce experiences such as virtual showrooms, essential for staying competitive in modern digital commerce. - More Info: [WebXR on Vercel with Needle Engine](https://dev.to/kojirovr/self-hosting-a-multiplayer-webxr-app-with-needle-engine-on-vercel-385c)Additional Points of Interest:- Explore effective structuring for React apps to enhance maintainability and scalability.- For beginners, guides on HTML basics and website functionalities are available.- An exploration of transitioning from JavaScript to Rust for systems programming.