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#13 – Maggie Appleton: Barefoot Developers, AI, end-user programming

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Bridging Local Data with Browser Extensions

Web applications can potentially access local files, such as personal Markdown notes, while addressing security risks like cross-site scripting. The challenge lies in balancing convenience and security. Chrome extensions present a viable solution, offering a secure way to bridge local data access. In an alternate scenario, browser extensions might have become more prevalent as a medium for accessing local data compared to Electron apps, enhancing privacy and usability.

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