Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Supper Club × Adam Argyle on What's New in CSS
May 19, 2023
Join Adam Argyle, a CSS expert and creator of Gradient.style, as he dives into the exciting new features of CSS. They discuss the power of container queries and the magic of trigonometric functions in enhancing animations. Adam shares insights on the innovative view transitions and the upcoming subgrid feature. He also explores the use of environment variables in media queries, and the future of CSS with linear functions that can revolutionize animations. Get ready for a deep dive into the cutting-edge of web development!
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CSS Naming Conventions
- CSS is evolving beyond numbered versions (like CSS3) towards individual specs and levels.
- A community group is working on new naming conventions for future CSS versions, potentially bringing back labels like "CSS4."
New Relative CSS Units
- New relative CSS units like
rex,rch,ric, andrlhoffer more ways to hook into user font size preferences. - These units, based on root font metrics, provide better control over element sizing and spacing relative to user settings.
Advanced CSS Gradients
- Explore gradient.style for advanced CSS gradient creation with color spaces and transition hints.
- The site provides visually generated CSS, aiding design and simplifying gradient implementation.