Meet Chicory, exploit the power of WebAssembly on the server side! by Andrea Peruffo

WebAssembly is a rapidly emerging technology that enables the execution of code written in various languages while providing strong sandboxing and safety guarantees.Initially developed for the web to enhance browser capabilities, developers soon recognized the potential of reusing Wasm modules in server-side applications. wazero, a native Go runtime for Wasm, played a pivotal role in showcasing the versatility and power of this solution. With its widespread adoption and integration into diverse applications, wazero demonstrated the value of using Wasm modules beyond the web environment.Inspired by the goals of wazero, we launched Chicory, a pure Java interpreter, with zero dependencies, for Wasm. Chicory empowers developers to load and execute Wasm modules with fine-grained control over their interactions with the system and memory allocation. Notably, Chicory seamlessly integrates with barebone JVM runtimes, eliminating any system dependencies.In this presentation, we will explore the exciting possibilities that Chicory offers for the JVM ecosystem. Through practical, real-world examples, we will showcase how Chicory can be seamlessly integrated into your application, enabling you to run Wasm programs within minutes. Additionally, we will discuss the various approaches to designing integrations, exploring the trade-offs associated with each option.