Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Hasty Treat - Developing for Slow and Spotty Connections
Jun 1, 2020
Scott and Wes dive into the challenges of developing for slow and spotty internet connections. They discuss the impact of latency and upload/download issues on user experience. Strategies like displaying loading indicators and using service workers are explored to enhance engagement during sluggish moments. The duo emphasizes the significance of feedback mechanisms, such as 'still working' timeouts, to keep users informed. Their insights shed light on creating seamless web experiences, even in the face of connectivity hurdles.
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Types of Slow Connections
- Consider different slow connection types: slow upload/download, high latency, intermittent.
- Developers often overlook these due to fast local connections, impacting user experience.
Unintentional Offline Success
- Scott's site unexpectedly worked offline due to Sapper and service workers.
- This highlighted the importance of offline functionality, even if unintentionally implemented.
Service Worker Considerations
- Consider service workers for offline functionality.
- Be cautious of caching issues and potential difficulties unregistering them.