TanStack Start runs on Nitro, and Nitro's default Node output can leave server code split across many files. On Google Cloud Run, that file fan-out can make cold starts painfully slow. Bundling the server and pre-warming Node's compile cache can dramatically improve first render time.
Ben Houston • June 20, 2026
New in Node 25 is the node compile cache, which can deliver a 20% to 30% boost in server start-up time. I built `node-prewarm` to make that practical on real projects with minimal changes.
Ben Houston • May 15, 2026
Kubernetes often represents the ultimate solution for container orchestration, but my experience has led me to leave it behind in favor of a simpler, cost-effective solution using Google Cloud Run.
Ben Houston • November 5, 2024
Web3DSurvey is a tool for 3D web developers that tracks and aggregates WebGL, WebGL2, and WebGPU capabilities providing valuable insights into real-world support for these features.
Ben Houston • September 1, 2024