Standardization Stories - CSS Evolution and Browser Compatibility

Explore the evolution of CSS standards in this 38-minute conference talk by Elika Etemad at CSS Day 2024. Delve into the history of browser wars and voluntary standards, examining key developments in CSS layout, including scroll snapping and grid systems. Discover the vision for CSS, the importance of backwards compatibility, and the concept of smart defaulting. Learn about the CSS Working Group's process, the development of CSS 3 Text, and the intricacies of anchor positioning. Gain insights into the power of CSS and its impact on web compatibility through real-world standardization stories.

Introduction
Browser Wars
Voluntary Standards
CSS Layout
Scroll Snapping
Grid
Vision for CSS
PX Unit
Backwards Compatibility
Web Compatibility
CSS Power
SmartDefaulting
ShortHands
Summary
CSS Working Group
Working Through Details
CSS 3 Text
XSLFO
Anchor Positioning