Leveraging SQLite in the Cloud

In this episode of the Front End Happy Hour podcast, we are excited to welcome special guests Brian Holt and Marco Bambini. Join us as we delve into the advantages of leveraging SQLite in the cloud. Discover how this powerful database technology can enhance your projects with its simplicity, efficiency, and flexibility. Brian and Marco share their expertise, real-world examples, and best practices to help you get the most out of SQLite in your cloud-based applications. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this episode is packed with valuable insights and tips you won't want to miss. Follow us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/FrontEndHH LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/front-end-happy-hour Website: https://frontendhappyhour.com 0:00 - Introduction 0:40 - Guest Introductions: Marco Bambini & Brian Holt 3:10 - Why is SQLite Gaining Popularity? 4:49 - The Evolution and Advantages of SQLite 7:09 - The Renaissance of SQLite 9:33 - Comparing SQLite with Other Databases 11:07 - Choosing SQLite over Postgres or MySQL 13:36 - Local First Architecture Benefits 16:04 - Introduction to Raft Consensus Algorithm 19:32 - Local Development and Performance Gains 22:53 - Security Considerations for SQLite 25:52 - Security in Local-First Development 28:59 - Getting Started with SQLite 31:33 - Last Words of Advice for SQLite 33:34 - Fun and Lighthearted Picks 35:20 - Brian's Picks: Backpack Hero & Microsoft Excel 36:09 - Marco's Picks: Renovating a Church and Gardening 37:47 - Ryan's Picks: Griselda & Kids' Temporary Tattoos 39:59 - Where to Connect with Guests 41:14 - Closing Remarks