Hey everyone,
I just heard some big news about backend development. It looks like there’s a movement to stop using JavaScript on the server side. This is pretty surprising to me!
Has anyone else heard about this? What do you think are the reasons behind this change? I’m curious about what languages or technologies might replace JavaScript for backend work.
If this is true, how do you think it will affect full-stack developers who are used to working with JavaScript across the entire stack? Will we need to learn new languages or frameworks?
I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences on this topic. It seems like a major shift in the development world if it’s really happening!
As someone who’s been in the backend development field for over a decade, I can say that shifts in technology preferences are quite common. However, I haven’t seen a widespread movement away from JavaScript on the server side. Node.js and its ecosystem are still going strong.
That being said, there’s always been a push for more performant and type-safe languages in backend development. Languages like Go, Rust, and even Python with its async capabilities have gained traction. This doesn’t mean JavaScript is disappearing, but rather that developers have more options to choose from based on project requirements.
For full-stack developers, it’s always beneficial to be familiar with multiple languages and paradigms. While JavaScript remains relevant, expanding your skill set to include strongly-typed languages could certainly enhance your career prospects in backend development.
hmmm, interesting topic! i haven’t heard about a big shift away from javascript for backend work. have you got any specific sources for this info? im curious to learn more!
maybe its just some companies exploring alternatives? python and java are still popular for backends, right? what do u think might replace JS if this is true?