Did We Lose the Right Direction in Web Development

Explore a thought-provoking conference talk that challenges the current state of web development and questions whether the industry has lost its way. Delve into the evolution of web technologies over the past decade, examining the shift from simple HTML and CSS to complex JavaScript frameworks. Critically analyze the impact of these changes on user experience, performance, and accessibility. Investigate the rise of universal JavaScript apps for content-driven sites and evaluate their effectiveness. Consider the true benefits of client-side routing and the increasing complexity in web development. Reflect on the foundation of the web and how recent trends may be affecting its quality. Gain insights into balancing developer experience with user needs and ponder the future direction of web development.

Intro
The state of web development 10 years ago
How can it be so easy to mess up?
Universal JS apps for content-sites
What's the enhancement in the wild?
Does this architecture improve UX?
Are app frameworks apps after all?
"Benefits" of client-side routing
The foundation of the web
The web loses quality
Complexity is king! but what for?
Outro