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Any Application in JavaScript

  • Writer: arda doğantemur
    arda doğantemur
  • May 6, 2023
  • 2 min read



Any application that can be written in JavaScript will eventaully be written in JavaScript. Nope, nope, maybe, nope...


Buckle up, folks! It's time to talk about the elephant in the room: JavaScript. Don't get us wrong, we love JavaScript - it's like the wild west of programming languages. But let's be real, not every application needs to be written in it. We're here to debunk the myth that "any application that can be written in JavaScript will eventually be written in JavaScript" with a little humor.


For starters, let's talk about performance. Sure, JavaScript has come a long way, but it's still no match for languages like C++. It's like comparing a tricycle to a Lamborghini - sure, the tricycle can get you from point A to point B, but the Lamborghini is going to get you there a lot faster (and with a lot more style). So, if you're building an application that requires speed and performance, you might want to look elsewhere.


But that's not all! JavaScript is notorious for being...quirky. It's like that friend who's always doing something unexpected. You never know what you're going to get with JavaScript. One minute, your code is running smoothly, and the next, it's throwing errors left and right. And let's not forget about the security risks that come with using JavaScript. If you're not careful, your application could be more vulnerable than a baby in a lion's den.


And what about those applications that require direct access to system resources? Sorry, JavaScript, but you just don't have what it takes. It's like asking a squirrel to build a spaceship. It's just not going to happen. If you're building an operating system or a device driver, you're going to need a language that can talk to the hardware directly.


So, the next time someone tells you that "any application that can be written in JavaScript will eventually be written in JavaScript," just smile and nod politely. Then, go build your Lamborghini of an application with the right tool for the job. Trust me, your users will thank you for it.

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