WeAreDevelopers LIVE • Sep 16, 2026

WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Is CSS Catching Up to Flash?

Chris Heilmann , Daniel Cranney , Bramus Van Damme

Google's Bramus Van Damme reveals how native CSS and HTML are finally replacing massive JavaScript libraries. Discover how to leverage built-in browser capabilities for lighter, high-performance web apps.

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Strategies for keeping up with advanced CSS evolution

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