Zod 4 is AMAZING - Here's Everything New (and whats broken!)

Zod 4 is here, and it's packed with exciting new features that make it faster, more efficient, and easier to use than ever before! In this video, we dive into the major changes in Zod 4, including performance improvements, a simplified generics API, and the introduction of @zod/mini for smaller bundles. Plus, we explore how to use the new JSON Schema conversion feature, metadata registries, and recursive types. Whether you're a seasoned Zod user or new to the library, Zod 4 is a game-changer!

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Changes: https://v4.zod.dev/v4
Migration: https://v4.zod.dev/v4/changelog

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📌 Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:15 @zod/mini
0:55 New Types
1:48 z.interface
2:52 Type Upgrades
4:20 JSONSchema support
5:02 Improved Errors
5:45 Migrating