Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 758: Web Awesome with Konnor Rogers + Cory LaViska
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Apr 19, 2024 
Konnor Rogers, a web developer for Shoelace and Web Awesome, teamed up with Cory LaViska, the creator of the Shoelace framework, to discuss the launch of Web Awesome, an open-source library for web components. They explore how these components enhance design across various frameworks and the challenges of accessibility. The duo shares insights on the Kickstarter campaign for Web Awesome, highlighting its innovative features like improved drag-and-drop functionality and exciting design elements, all aimed at revolutionizing web development.
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Shoelace Discovery
- Wes didn't realize Connor worked on Shoelace until after the UI component episode aired.
- This episode stemmed from a listener suggestion and Wes's conversation with Connor.
Font Awesome's Impact
- Font Awesome simplified icon usage, making it easier than ever before.
- Wes tweeted that nothing has matched Font Awesome's ease of use, even today.
Web Component Advantages
- Web components excel at building reusable UI elements across projects.
- Unlike frameworks, web components offer stability and avoid version update issues.