Edge Functions & Distributed Computing in Web Development
The internet is changing fast. People want websites that load quickly, work smoothly, and stay online all the time. That’s where edge functions and distributed computing come in. These smart tools help websites work better by doing more things closer to the user. Let’s break it down and see how they help modern web apps. What Are Edge Functions? Edge functions are tiny pieces of code that run close to the user . Instead of running in one big server far away, they run in many small places around the world. These places are called edge locations . Popular tools like Netlify Functions and Vercel Functions make it easy to use edge functions. They help websites work faster by moving logic (or the brain of the app) near the user. Example: When you visit a website, an edge function can check your location and show content made just for you and it does this super fast! What Is Distributed Computing? Distributed co...