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Creator of Wordle - Josh Wardle

Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats

CHAPTER

The Rise of Wordle: A Creative Journey

This chapter explores the viral success of Wordle, highlighting its unique mechanics and the personal journey of its creator from a part-time artist to a product manager. The discussion delves into the simplicity of the game’s web-based format and its rapid growth in popularity, as well as the importance of understanding foundational web technologies in development. Additionally, it touches on the challenges of working with external dependencies and the irony of using libraries for simple functionalities.

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