Discover the differences between module-based and standalone component lazy loading in Angular 19. Learn how to configure routes, organize your folder structure, and choose the right approach for your app. Includes code examples, performance tips, and practical advice for modern Angular development.
TL;DR: Angular’s @defer directive delays non-critical UI rendering, cutting initial load time by up to 97% in real apps. Use it to lazy load heavy components, reduce Time to Interactive (TTI), and improve Core Web Vitals. Includes real benchmarks and production-ready examples. Introduction Ever loaded up an Angular app and watched that progress bar crawl while your users bail? Yeah, me too. That’s why I got so excited when the Angular team released the @defer feature. It’s a game-changer for those of us battling slow initial load times. ...