Johnny UnarThe landscape is shifting
The web development landscape is shifting faster than ever. Server components, edge computing, and AI-assisted coding are no longer experimental — they're production-ready and reshaping how we build.
Server components change the game
React Server Components have fundamentally changed the mental model. We're moving away from the 'fetch everything on the client' approach toward a world where the server does the heavy lifting and the client handles interactivity. This means faster initial loads, smaller bundles, and better SEO out of the box.
Code at the edge
Edge computing is the other game-changer. With platforms like Vercel, Cloudflare Workers, and Deno Deploy, your code runs closer to your users than ever before. Database queries at the edge, personalized content without cold starts, and sub-100ms response times are becoming the norm.
AI as your co-pilot
AI isn't replacing developers — it's amplifying them. From code generation to automated testing, AI tools are handling the repetitive work so developers can focus on architecture, design, and user experience. The developers who thrive in 2026 will be the ones who learn to collaborate with AI, not compete against it.
