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May 4th, 2022 × #edge computing#edge functions#serverless

WTF is the Edge? Edge Compute / Functions

Discussion on what edge computing is, how it works, use cases, upsides and downsides.

Wes Bos

Wes Bos Host

Scott Tolinski

Scott Tolinski Host

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In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk about what edge functions are, the upsides and downsides of edge functions, and what they're used for.

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