WebAssembly vs JavaScript

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What is WebAssembly (WASM)?
WebAssembly is a binary instruction format for a stack-based virtual machine. It's designed as a portable target for the compilation of high-level languages like C, C++, Rust, and more, enabling deployment on the web for client and server applications.

How does it differ from JavaScript?
  • Performance: WebAssembly provides near-native performance, which is crucial for compute-intensive tasks like games or heavy graphics.
  • Language Flexibility: While JavaScript limits us to its own syntax and semantics, WASM lets developers work in multiple languages.
  • Binary Format: WASM is a low-level binary format, whereas JavaScript is a high-level interpreted language.

Interoperability:
The beauty is, WebAssembly and JavaScript aren't really rivals! They can work hand-in-hand. You can call JavaScript functions from WebAssembly and vice-versa, making it a powerful combination for web development.

My Thoughts:
I believe WebAssembly brings a new horizon to the world of web development. It won't replace JavaScript but will complement it, especially in areas where performance is crucial.

Questions:
  • Have any of you tried integrating WASM into your projects?
  • How was the experience?

Waiting for your insights! ?



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