Make it Boring

Explore the concept of "boring" web development in this thought-provoking JSConf US 2019 talk. Delve into why prioritizing core web technologies like HTML and CSS over JavaScript-centric approaches can lead to faster, more resilient, and accessible websites. Discover how embracing "boring" practices can actually result in more inclusive and user-friendly web experiences, challenging the notion that exciting always equals better in web development. Learn about the potential pitfalls of over-relying on JavaScript and how a return to fundamentals can address issues of performance, accessibility, and user frustration. Gain insights into creating unobtrusive designs that facilitate rather than hinder user interactions, and understand why building with core web technologies can be both rewarding and truly exciting work.

Introduction
Presentation Overview
The subprime mortgage crisis
Making web development exciting
What are you trying to serve
The web is frustrating
The web is boring