Frontend Nation Forge 2024: Extending Reactivity to the Server with Convex with Tom Ballinger (Pt 1)

Watch this practical walkthrough of building features in a real-time chat application using Convex, a backend-as-a-service platform. In this Frontend Nation Forge session, a Convex developer demonstrates how to:

Implement emoji replacements in messages
Add character limits to messages
Make old messages fade away over time
Delete messages after a set period
Implement a 'like' system for messages

This step-by-step guide covers useful practices, common setup issues, and helpful tips for working with Convex's query and mutation system. Whether you're new to Convex or looking to improve your backend development skills, you'll find practical insights here.

Learn about Convex's type safety features, the difference between queries and mutations, and how Convex handles caching and live updates. The video also discusses common pitfalls and best practices when working with Convex.

Want to build reactive, real-time web applications more efficiently? Watch now and get hands-on experience with Convex and modern backend development!

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