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The technology behind Figma is quite fascinating. From Twitter (https://twitter.com/skuwamoto/status/672486788192055296 https://twitter.com/skuwamoto/status/672
by vladdanilov 11y ago
The technology behind Figma is quite fascinating. From Twitter (https://twitter.com/skuwamoto/status/672486788192055296 https://twitter.com/skuwamoto/status/672486788192055296):
> We’re using C++ → asm.js for most of our app, so it would be tough. React-canvas, seems incredible, tho.
> The C++ → asm.js is via Emscripten. Everything else is done by our mad genius @evanwallace
Graphics engine is based on WebGL. Evan Wallace has done some incredible work. Using C++ is a smart move, an emergency exit to a native app. Yet I think a standalone app should be the priority.