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804: Should Your Website Work Without JavaScript?

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Aug 5, 2024
Scott and Wes dive into the necessity of JavaScript on websites. They emphasize that websites should work and remain accessible without it, even under poor conditions. The discussion covers progressive enhancement and server-rendered content, highlighting best practices for user experience. They also analyze popular sites like Shopify and Netflix to see how they operate sans JavaScript. The importance of web standards and local caching for performance is underscored, making for a robust debate on modern web development.
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ADVICE

Website Functionality without JavaScript

  • Your website should load and be readable, even without JavaScript.
  • Prioritize core content accessibility over JavaScript enhancements.
INSIGHT

Listener Biases

  • Listeners interpreted the JavaScript discussion through their own biases.
  • Many are tired of JavaScript overload on websites.
ADVICE

Web Standards First

  • Prioritize web standards when building websites; use JavaScript only when necessary.
  • If a feature can be implemented without JavaScript, it should be.
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