The service worker is an important feature in web browsers that can intercept and handle requests for files, images, and data. It can cache frequently used files and serve them directly from the cache, making web pages load faster. Service workers can also enable offline access to websites. When you visit a website for the first time, a service worker is installed and it caches all requests. This allows for a faster web experience and the ability to access websites without an internet connection.
In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk through the fundamentals of web workers and service workers - examples, when you should use them, how to debug, local dev, and more.
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