Building Node.js modules in Rust with NAPI-RS

NAPI-RS is a framework that allows developers to build Node.js modules using Rust, offering a way to perform tasks such as image resizing and cryptographic operations more efficiently. The text details a step-by-step guide on creating an image resizer using NAPI-RS, comparing its performance with the popular JavaScript library, sharp. Though initially slower, the Rust-based resizer was optimized with the addition of the rayon crate, enabling parallel processing, which significantly improved its speed, surpassing sharp's performance. The article highlights the advantages of using NAPI-RS for creating high-performance Node.js add-ons, demonstrating its potential for leveraging Rust's efficiency in JavaScript applications while also providing information about monitoring tools like LogRocket for enhancing application performance and debugging.