Dr. Petra Ambrosius asked 4 weeks ago
Our problem with Formidable Forms as an article management system: We want to automatically adjust the stock levels of multiple different items at the same time. The entries are stored in Form A. When we change the calculated stock in View V (based on Form A), we want it to be directly updated in Form A.
Dr. Petra Ambrosius answered 4 weeks ago
Thank you for your quick response. I am using edit in Place for each item - this takes a Long time. How can i can fix this? Is there a Tutorial somewhere?
There are several reasons why AJAX calls may respond slowly. Here are some of the most common causes:
1. Server-Side Bottlenecks
- Slow Database Queries – If the AJAX request fetches data from a database, inefficient queries (e.g., missing indexes, unoptimized joins, or large dataset retrieval) can slow down responses.
- **High Server Load** – If the web server is handling too many requests, it may take longer to process new AJAX calls.
- Inefficient Code Execution – Poorly optimized PHP, Python, or other backend code can cause delays in processing.
- Blocking Operations – Long-running processes, such as file uploads, API calls, or external service requests, can block responses.
2. Network Latency
- Slow Internet Connection – If the user has a weak network connection, AJAX requests will take longer to reach the server and return responses.
- High Latency Between Client and Server – Geographic distance or network congestion can slow down request-response times.
3. Large Payload Size
- Excessive Data Transfer – If the AJAX request sends or receives large amounts of data (e.g., big JSON responses, high-resolution images, or unnecessary metadata), it takes longer to process.
- Uncompressed Responses – Not using compression (e.g., Gzip, Brotli) can result in slower data transfers.
4. Frontend Issues
- Blocking JavaScript Execution – If the page has long-running JavaScript tasks, it can delay AJAX handling.
- Inefficient DOM Updates – If the response triggers extensive DOM updates, rendering delays may occur.
- Multiple Simultaneous Requests – Too many concurrent AJAX requests can overwhelm the browser or server, leading to queuing delays.
5. API Rate Limiting & Third-Party Dependencies
- Throttled API Calls – If the AJAX request interacts with a third-party API with rate limits, the request might be delayed.
- Slow External Services – Dependencies on external APIs (e.g., payment gateways, analytics tools) can introduce delays.
6. Caching Issues
- No Server-Side Caching – If responses are dynamically generated each time without caching, it increases response time.
- Browser Cache Misses – If caching headers are not set properly, the browser may re-fetch data instead of using cached responses.
The bottom line is that it's not possible to recommend options for speeding up your site's responsiveness without a significant amount of troubleshooting and digging into your system. It's not something community volunteers can help with.
I suggest you open a ticket with Strategy 11 or engage a developer here: https://formidable-masterminds.com/developers-directory/
I received the email from your response even though it didn't post here. Front end editing IS Ajax. I'll respond to your PM shortly.
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