Performance-Optimized Video Embeds with Zero JavaScript – Frontend Masters Blog
This is a clever technique for a CSS/HTML only way of just-in-time loading of iframes using details and summary.
How I failed the <a>
I think the situation that Remy outlines here is quite common (in client-rehydrated server-rendered pages), but what’s less common is Remy’s questioning and iteration.
So I now have a simple rule of thumb: if there’s an onClick, there’s got to be an anchor around the component.
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Reduce the JS Workload with no- or lo-JS options
This is an excellent one-stop shop of interface patterns:
This is an organic collection of common JS patterns that can be replaced with just HTML, CSS, and no, or very low, JS. As HTML and CSS continue to mature, this collection should expand.
What’s new in web typography? | Clagnut by Richard Rutter
There have been so many advances in HTML, CSS and browser support over the past few years. These are enabling phenomenal creativity and refinement in web typography, and I’ve got a mere 28 minutes to tell you all about it.
I’ve been talking to Rich about his Web Day Out talk, and let me tell you, you don’t want to miss it!
It’s gonna be a wild ride! Join me at Web Day Out in Brighton on 12 March 2026. Use JOIN_RICH to get 10% off and you’ll also get a free online ticket for State of the Browser.
Don’t judge a book by its cover
Some neat CSS from Tess that’s a great example of progressive enhancement; these book covers look good in all browsers, but they look even better in some.
dead framework theory | AI Focus
This is depressing.
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Magic
Knock, knock! Who’s there? Control freak (now you say “control freak who?”)
Installing web apps
Here’s an HTML web component you can use if you’re participating in the origin trial for the Web Install API.
The schedule for Web Day Out
Eight fantastic talks in one day! You’ll want to be in Brighton on 12 March 2026.
Manuel Matuzovič is speaking at Web Day Out
The line-up is now complete and you don’t want to miss this!
Providers
Web browsers provide you with great features for free. Why would you choose to use tools that stop you taking advantage of that?