The Franconian
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One of the most exciting aspects of software development is its sheer versatility. Whether it’s frameworks, programming languages, architectural concepts, or development paradigms, there’s always something new to learn. Yet, too often, the focus shifts to debates over which tool or approach is ‘best.’ In reality, the right solution depends on the specific problem at hand. I’ve learned that careful consideration and openness to alternative perspectives are key to making informed decisions. In this article, I’ll discuss why embracing the diversity of software development and learning from others can lead to more innovative and effective solutions.

At first glance, web applications might seem outdated—JavaScript is nearly 30 years old, HTML isn’t a ‘real’ programming language, and CSS can be a nightmare. But the browser remains the most universal platform for delivering applications to users, requiring no installation and working seamlessly across devices. Tools like Flutter demonstrate that brilliant, cross-platform apps can be built using web standards alone, without the need for plugins like Flash or Silverlight. In this article, I’ll explain why web applications, especially PWAs, are still the ultimate platform for modern development and why there’s no excuse not to embrace them.

Web development offers unparalleled freedom, especially when it comes to choosing the right tools for your back-end. Over the years, I’ve worked with PHP, Ruby, Python, Java, and C#, but it was Go that truly won me over. Its simplicity, static binaries, and brilliant concurrency model made it a perfect fit for my needs. And when I needed to go even deeper, Zig stepped in, offering low-level power without sacrificing ease of use. In this article, I’ll share why Go and Zig have become my go-to tools for web development and why they might be worth exploring for your next project.

The argument that web applications are slow and offer a poor user experience is outdated. With tools like WebAssembly (WASM) and Web Workers, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) can achieve near-native performance. WASM is particularly powerful for computationally intensive tasks, allowing you to run high-performance code written in languages like C, C++, Rust, or even AssemblyScript. Combined with Web Workers for multi-threading and modern web APIs like WebGL and WebGPU, PWAs can deliver exceptional speed and functionality. In this article, I’ll explore how WASM can elevate your PWA’s performance and why it’s a game-changer for cross-platform development.

While keyboards and mice are the standard input devices for computers, modern web applications can leverage much more with Pointer Events. This API allows developers to detect not just clicks and movements, but also the pressure and tilt of a stylus. Whether you’re building a creative tool or enhancing general interactivity, Pointer Events open up a new dimension of user input. In this article, I’ll explore how this technology works, its potential applications, and why it’s a game-changer for web app development.