Introduction

Inertia.js has just released version 2.0, and it comes packed with exciting new features that promise to enhance the web development experience. Announced at Laracon US 2024, this update introduces several improvements aimed at making your applications more efficient and responsive. In this article, we'll explore these new features and see how they can be leveraged to build better web applications. For a detailed walkthrough, check out the video by Andre Madarang.

New Features in Inertia.js v2.0

• Async Requests: Handle asynchronous operations more efficiently, allowing for smoother user experiences without blocking the main thread.

• Polling: Implement polling mechanisms to periodically fetch data from the server, ensuring your application stays up-to-date with the latest information.

• Deferred Props: Load props asynchronously, improving initial load times and reducing the time to interactive.

• Prefetching: Preload data and resources before they are needed, speeding up navigation and reducing wait times for users.

• Load When Visible: Defer loading of components until they are in the viewport, optimizing resource usage and improving performance.

• Merging Props (Infinite Scroll): Seamlessly merge new data with existing props, making it easier to implement features like infinite scrolling.

These features collectively enhance the performance and usability of web applications built with Inertia.js, making it a powerful tool for modern web development.