The Surprising Complexity of Keyboard Shortcuts and Typography - Command B in Figma

Explore the intricate world of keyboard shortcuts and typography in this captivating 51-minute conference talk from CSS Day 2022. Delve into the surprising complexity behind pressing ⌘B in Figma, uncovering a choreography of events that bridges two domains with centuries of history. Follow along as Marcin Wichary unravels the mystery, touching on topics such as multiplayer, IBM 5251, Windows, troubleshooting keyboard shortcuts, modifier keys, and fake superscript. Gain insights into the evolution of user interfaces and the hidden intricacies of everyday computing actions.

Intro
The bug
Typography
Multiplayer
Keyboards
IBM 5251
Windows
Keyboard shortcuts
Shift 1 Zero
Other keyboard shortcuts
Unraveling keyboard shortcuts
Troubleshooting keyboard shortcuts
Solving the mystery
The South Church
Modifier Keys
What do you do
Fake Superscript
Wrap up