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What the web could be (in 2021 and beyond) (Interview)

Jan 12, 2021

Join Guillermo Rauch, CEO of Vercel, and Amal Hussein, JS Party panelist, as they navigate the evolving landscape of web development. They discuss the importance of adaptive rendering and user experience challenges, especially in mobile contexts. The duo highlights the rise of Jamstack architectures and the critical role of performance metrics in web applications. They emphasize the need for empathy in development, particularly for users in areas with limited connectivity, and share insights on how the pandemic has reshaped the industry's dynamics.

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Amal Hussein

Guillermo Rauch

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Episode notes

Intro

3min

The Evolving Web: Trends and Challenges

18min

Evolving React: Impact on Development and User Experience

7min

Exploring Jamstack and Web Performance

19min

Empathy in Web Development: Connecting with Diverse User Needs

2min

Optimizing Web Performance Through Browser Resources

4min

Navigating Web Development Post-Pandemic

11min

Closing Thoughts and Listener Engagement

2min

Vercel CEO Guillermo Rauch and JS Party panelist Amal Hussein join Jerod to discuss the state of the web platform! We opine on why it’s so important and unique, where it stands today, what modern web development looks like, and where the whole thing is headed in 2021 and beyond.

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Guillermo Rauch – Website, GitHub, X
Amal Hussein – GitHub, X
Jerod Santo – GitHub, LinkedIn, Mastodon, X

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