Full Stack Scala with the Play Framework and Scala.js

Explore full-stack web development using Scala with this 46-minute conference talk from Devoxx. Dive into the Play framework for backend development and discover the power of Scala.js for frontend programming. Learn how to combine these technologies to create rich web applications with shared code between backend and frontend. Understand the advantages of Scala.js over TypeScript for large codebases, including mandatory static typing. Get an introduction to the Play framework's MVC architecture, followed by an in-depth look at Scala.js, its benefits, and integration with Play. Examine the Scala.js ecosystem and learn how to leverage existing JavaScript libraries in your projects. Benefit from the insights of Greg Dorrell, an experienced backend Scala developer at Hotels.com, as he shares his expertise in using Scala for production environments and teaching coding skills.

Full Stack Scala with the Play Framework and Scala.js by Greg Dorrell