Catching up on the basics you don't really need that much code
What if the best performing code is the one you never write? Discover how native browser features can replace heavy JavaScript frameworks.
#1about 2 minutes
Understanding the complexity of web performance
The world of web performance is vast and filled with confusing terms, but several key resources can help you get started.
#2about 1 minute
Connecting site speed to user happiness
Web performance is not just about metrics; slow and unresponsive interfaces directly impact user happiness and can make people feel frustrated.
#3about 2 minutes
Key resources for learning web performance
Get started with web performance by exploring courses from MDN and Google, understanding Core Web Vitals, and learning to use browser developer tools effectively.
#4about 3 minutes
Optimizing your site's hosting and HTML head
Improve performance by choosing a fast host, optimizing the order of elements in your HTML head tag, and implementing best practices like image optimization.
#5about 2 minutes
Understanding performance on diverse devices and networks
Performance is not just about your development machine; consider how slow devices, limited CPU/GPU, and network latency impact the user experience.
#6about 1 minute
Adapting to device load with the Compute Pressure API
The upcoming Compute Pressure API will allow websites to adapt dynamically by detecting when a user's machine is under heavy load and adjusting content accordingly.
#7about 3 minutes
Bet on the platform and write less code
Improve performance by trusting the browser and using native HTML features over heavy JavaScript, and remember that the best performing code is often the code you never write.
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