Lorenzo Pieri

The year 3000, a brief history of Web Development

What if in the year 3000, developers are still using jQuery? Discover why technological 'progress' doesn't equal evolution for engineers.

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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