Webassembly (wasm) For Performance-critical Web Apps Training Course in Kenya
Introduction
The WebAssembly (Wasm) for Performance-Critical Web Apps Training Course is an advanced developer program designed to empower software engineers with the skills to build high-performance, low-latency web applications using WebAssembly. As web applications continue to demand more processing power for tasks such as gaming, data visualization, streaming, and machine learning, WebAssembly has emerged as the revolutionary solution enabling near-native speed on browsers.
This immersive course dives into integrating WebAssembly into modern JavaScript workflows, compiling code from languages like Rust and C/C++ to Wasm, optimizing performance bottlenecks, and achieving blazing-fast execution times across platforms. Learners will master how to bridge Wasm with JavaScript, access memory directly, handle data types, and develop performance-critical modules that extend the capabilities of traditional frontend development.
Target Audience
- Frontend developers building performance-intensive web apps
- Backend engineers integrating Wasm modules into full-stack systems
- Software architects exploring cross-language web development
- Game and graphics developers transitioning to web platforms
- Systems programmers compiling native code to the web
- Developers working on edge computing or IoT interfaces
- Technical leads optimizing JavaScript performance
Course Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of WebAssembly and its browser execution model
- Compile C, C++, and Rust code to WebAssembly for web integration
- Interface WebAssembly with JavaScript applications securely and efficiently
- Optimize memory usage and execution performance within web apps
- Load, instantiate, and call Wasm modules dynamically in the browser
- Handle binary data, memory buffers, and data marshaling across boundaries
- Build reusable Wasm modules for CPU-intensive tasks
- Debug and profile Wasm code for performance improvements
- Explore real-world use cases including image processing and data visualization
- Deploy WebAssembly-based web apps in production environments
Duration
10 Days
Course content
Module 1: WebAssembly Introduction and Architecture
- WebAssembly goals, benefits, and evolution
- Bytecode structure and compilation pipeline
- Supported environments and browser compatibility
- Comparing Wasm with JavaScript performance
- Setting up a modern Wasm development environment
Module 2: Writing and Compiling Code to WebAssembly
- Writing portable C/C++ and Rust code
- Using Emscripten and wasm-pack for compilation
- File structure of compiled Wasm modules
- Troubleshooting common compiler errors
- Best practices for modular Wasm code
Module 3: JavaScript and WebAssembly Interoperability
- Instantiating Wasm modules with JavaScript
- Exporting and importing functions and memory
- Handling asynchronous calls and promises
- Passing strings, arrays, and complex data types
- Ensuring safe memory access and performance
Module 4: Performance Profiling and Optimization
- Benchmarking Wasm modules vs. JavaScript
- Using browser dev tools to profile Wasm
- Loop unrolling, inlining, and memory tuning
- Reducing binary size and compile time
- Avoiding garbage collection pitfalls
Module 5: Memory Management and Data Handling
- Linear memory and memory layout concepts
- Working with pointers and offsets in Wasm
- SharedArrayBuffer and atomic operations
- Handling memory leaks and allocation issues
- Efficient buffer serialization and deserialization
Module 6: Rust and Wasm for Safe Web Development
- Setting up Rust toolchain for Wasm
- Writing memory-safe modules with Rust
- Using wasm-bindgen and WebAssembly Interface Types
- Creating high-performance components
- Debugging Rust-compiled Wasm in the browser
Module 7: Building a Wasm-Powered Image Processor
- Pixel manipulation and filtering in Wasm
- Real-time rendering on canvas
- Loading and processing image data
- Comparing execution time with JS-based methods
- Deploying image processor as a browser module
Module 8: Advanced Use Cases and Real-World Scenarios
- Running AI/ML inference in-browser with Wasm
- Audio processing for music and podcast apps
- Physics engines for browser-based games
- Blockchain clients in Wasm
- Visualization engines with D3.js and Wasm fusion
Module 9: Packaging and Publishing Wasm Modules
- Creating NPM packages with Wasm
- Integrating modules with React, Vue, and Angular
- Versioning and distributing through CDNs
- Testing modules using WASI and Node.js
- Ensuring backward compatibility and updates
Module 10: Security and Sandbox Considerations
- Understanding Wasm’s sandboxed model
- Preventing cross-site data leaks
- Hardening against memory manipulation
- Using Content Security Policy with Wasm
- Security testing and static analysis tools
Module 11: WebAssembly System Interface (WASI)
- What is WASI and its importance
- Accessing file systems and native resources
- CLI applications compiled to Wasm
- Running Wasm outside the browser
- Use cases for edge and server-side computing
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.
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| 07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $5500 | Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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| 18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $4500 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
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| 15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $4500 | Kigali, Rwanda |
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| 20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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| 17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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