Explained: Web app at the edge

Understanding Edge Computing in Full-Stack Web Frameworks like Next.js with Simple Terms

The term edge has gained a lot of attention in the context of web development, especially with modern full-stack web frameworks like Next.js and Remix, as well as the rising hosting providers like Vercel, Netlify, and Cloudflare, all of which also support edge networking. However, understanding the concept of edge computing and its relationship with web applications can be a bit complex for beginners. In this article, we are going to break it down into its evolution, the advantages, and get the edge related terms explained in terms of web engineering.

Expectation

After finishing this article, you will be familiar with these concepts:

• The Evolution of Edge Networks
• Edge Computing
• Edge Functions vs. Cloud Serverless
• Edge Runtime vs. Node Runtime

Evolution of Hosting: On-Premise to Cloud to CDN

On-premise server