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The year 3000, a brief history of Web Development
#1about 3 minutes
The rapid evolution of JavaScript and modern web APIs
The modern web is built on JavaScript's growth, empowered by TypeScript, new browser APIs, and a vast ecosystem of frameworks and libraries.
#2about 4 minutes
Remembering solved challenges in web development history
Reflecting on past technical hurdles like XHR, browser compatibility, and CSS floats shows how far web development has progressed in a short time.
#3about 3 minutes
Identifying persistent challenges in modern web development
Despite new tools, developers still grapple with fundamental issues like state management, security, accessibility, and performance that echo past challenges.
#4about 7 minutes
A satirical look at web development in the year 3000
A humorous vision of the future reveals that even with advanced AI and tools, core developer problems like legacy code and communication will persist.
#5about 3 minutes
Why technological progress is not the same as evolution
The endless cycle of new tools is merely progress, not evolution, unless developers focus on solving human problems through collaboration and knowledge sharing.
#6about 4 minutes
Practical advice for a sustainable developer career
To build a lasting career, focus on human skills like communication, humility, and seeking simplicity rather than chasing every new technology.
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