DevTool, Open-source and Meet-Up
5th February 2024 | DevTools Taipei By GraphQL Taipei | Event
Event
I attended a DevTool meet-up before Chinese New Year, seeking a departure from my daily routine and an opportunity to network. It definitely paid off. In addition to delving into developer tools and open-source discussions, @JohnPhamous from Vercel presented the latest features of Next.js, illustrating its effectiveness in web development. And @meixnertobias from HubQL discussed code visualization and highlighted the integration of @liveblocks for developing a real-time collaboration system, which certainly piqued my interest. It's something I'd like to explore further.
DevTool & Open-source
DevTools are software utilities crafted by developers for developers, designed to expedite the product development process. @dan_starns kicked off the session with an overview of DevTools. Following that, @limouren from Oursky showcased how to seamlessly integrate Authgear, an open-source solution, with Hasura to fortify authentication protocols.
Throughout my workflow, I rely on a variety of dev-tools, including ChatGPT, VSCode, and Chrome DevTools, among others. From what I've observed, dev-tools encompass a broad spectrum of functionalities. These dev-tools encompass IDEs like VSCode, version control systems such as Git and Azure DevOps, automation tools, performance monitoring utilities, collaboration platforms like Slack, and documentation tools.
When selecting a dev-tool, I prioritize those with active communities, up-to-date documentation, and a track record of maintenance and support.
The speakers at the session represent companies whose products are either open source or developed using open source libraries. This highlights the pervasive influence of open source within the industry and underscores its significance in driving innovation and collaboration.
Thought
During DevTools Taipei session, I gain insights into the benefits of open source, particularly its ability to cultivate robust communities and facilitate efficient development. As someone who has yet to contribute to open-source projects, I learn the value in understanding and engaging with this ecosystem and will be exploring opportunities for contribution and providing updates on my progress.