# Tauri 2.0 with Daniel Thompson-Yvetot

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Published: 2024-12-19T07:50:00+00:00
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## Resource

Tauri 2.0 introduces a stable release for building cross-platform desktop and mobile applications using a Rust core and web-based frontends. The discussion covers the technical advantages of small binary sizes, security auditing, and the importance of built-in update mechanisms.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Tauri leverages system webviews to achieve extremely small binaries, often under 1MB
- Practical takeaway: Use Tauri's built-in updater to manage security patches and feature rollouts without manual user intervention
- Failure mode: Relying on manual updates for distributed binaries is unsustainable for modern software maintenance
- Technical advantage: The Rust compiler acts as a 'strict but loving' mentor, preventing runtime errors and improving developer hygiene
- Deployment strategy: Utilize GitHub Actions to automate builds for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android from a single workflow

## Topics

Tauri, Rust, Cross-platform development, Software Security, Webview, Mobile Development, CI/CD, Binary Size Optimization

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The Etymology of Tauri: A discussion on the pronunciation and the mathematical inspiration behind the name Tauri.
- 4:20 — The Importance of Small Binaries: Why minimizing binary size is critical for users on limited data connections and mobile ecosystems.
- 7:40 — Security and Penetration Testing: How Tauri handles external security audits and vulnerability remediation.
- 10:55 — Webview Distribution on Windows: An exploration of the 'evergreen' approach to webview maintenance on the Windows platform.
- 14:20 — Electron vs. Tauri Security: Comparing the security implications of bundled runtimes versus system webviews regarding CVE updates.
- 21:00 — Automated QA and CI/CD: Strategies for testing applications across diverse device ecosystems using GitHub Actions.
- 24:20 — The Necessity of an Updater: Why a robust, secure update system is a non-negotiable requirement for modern application lifecycles.
- 41:00 — The Rust Developer Experience: Reflections on how the Rust compiler improves software engineering discipline and prevents bugs.

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