The article discusses the importance of choosing technologies that ensure longevity and minimize maintenance, highlighting sqlite's perceived drawbacks as essential features that promote backward compatibility. It argues that warts in technology can be beneficial as they indicate careful consideration for future-proofing applications. The author emphasizes the value of web technologies for their stability over time compared to desktop and mobile applications.

Antoine shares his experiences developing a local-first app that syncs a SQLite database with a remote server, focusing on challenges and solutions regarding reactivity and performance. After experimenting with various tools, he outlines a minimal sync engine tailored for a single-player notes application.