Running a relational database inside a page sounded like a party trick. It is now how a growing number of apps handle search, filtering and offline work. Queries that once hit a server run in milliseconds on the user’s machine.
What it enables
Instant filters over large datasets, offline mode with no custom sync code and far less backend load. The trade-off is initial download size and the need to think about what data belongs on the device.
Key takeaways
- Full SQL engines run inside the browser
- Server load drops for read-heavy apps
- Initial payload size needs care
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