An Introduction to WebAssembly

Explore the world of WebAssembly in this comprehensive 59-minute conference talk. Delve into the fundamentals of this byte-code language designed as an alternative to JavaScript for web applications. Learn how WebAssembly works, its role in application development, and how to build and use WebAssembly modules. Follow along with live coding demonstrations in Rust and WebAssembly Text Format, gaining practical insights into assembly language programming. Discover the advantages of WebAssembly over traditional JavaScript transpilation, including simplified build pipelines and improved debugging processes. Cover topics such as the history of assembly languages, microprocessors, and virtual machines. Engage with hands-on examples like creating a visible calculator and implementing a Fizzbuzz program. Gain knowledge about WebAssembly tools, resources, and its potential impact on web development. By the end of this talk, acquire the foundational skills needed to start incorporating WebAssembly into your own web applications.