The Evolution of CSS Layout: From CSS 1 to CSS 3 and Beyond

Explore the evolution of CSS layout capabilities from CSS 1 to CSS 3 and beyond in this comprehensive conference talk. Delve into the historical challenges of equal-height columns, current CSS Working Group projects, and the complexities of adapting print design for web applications. Learn about CSS 3 modules, two-dimensional layouts, multi-column layouts, flexbox, and template layouts. Discover the W3C process, the CSS Working Group's role, and how new ideas are incorporated. Gain insights into CSS inheritance, reuse, politics, and the future of CSS, including downloadable fonts and CSS Images Level 4. Understand the importance of interoperability and conflict resolution in web design standards.

Intro
Before CSS
HTML
CSS
CSS Table Limitations
Browser Wars
CSS 3 Modules
Web vs Print
CSS3 Layout
We want a system
We want a system thats understandable
Performance
Twodimensional Layout
MultiColumn Layout
FlexBox Layout
Good Template Layout
Regions Exclusions
Regions
W3C Process
CSS Working Group
New Ideas Come From Everywhere
Getting Involved
Elikas Story
Mozilla
Mediacorp
CSS inheritance
CSS reuse
CSS politics
Downloadable fonts
Conflict
Interoperability
CSS Images Level 4