Remix is ditching React (and I think that’s a good thing)
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In this video, the host discusses the evolution of the Remix framework, which has undergone significant changes, including a move away from its reliance on React. Remix, initially a paid template for React applications, was designed to optimize web development based on the founders’ experience with React Router and gaps in the existing ecosystem. After being acquired by Shopify, Remix aims to redefine web frameworks with its upcoming version, Remix v3, which focuses on simplicity, performance, and composability. The framework will be built on a new virtual DOM library, Pact, and will emphasize minimal dependencies and a development experience that aligns closely with web standards. Additionally, Remix v3 will prioritize model-first development, optimizing for both human and AI interactions, and making it easier for developers to integrate modern web APIs. The video highlights the potential for Remix to influence the future of web development and the host expresses excitement for its new direction and the opportunities it presents.