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Adam Wathan - Tailwind CSS v4, The Evolution and Technical Journey

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Technical Evolution of Tailwind CSS v4

The chapter delves into the process of developing a new version of Tailwind CSS, highlighting the complete rewrite of the codebase with a focus on speed, robustness, and lightweight design. It discusses the shift from JavaScript config settings to a CSS file for defining colors and fonts, emphasizing the consolidation of information for a more streamlined configuration. The chapter also explores the integration of JavaScript and Rust for performance enhancements and parallel processing in Tailwind CSS v4.

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