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649: Chrome 133, Attribute Update, and Standardized Async CSS
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Key takeaways
- AI-generated art raises important questions about originality and authenticity in the art world.
- HTML and CSS are foundational languages that should be regarded as programming languages due to their essential functions in web design.
- The upcoming features in Chrome 133 promise to enhance the development experience and streamline coding practices.
- The updates to the CSS attr() function will allow for more dynamic and simplified coding practices in web design.
- Advocating for Async CSS could lead to improved web performance, though arguments exist around potential misuse of the technology.
- Making coding easier and more enjoyable can lead to better productivity and satisfaction for developers.
Summary
Exploring AI and Fake Art
The hosts discuss the rise of AI-generated art and its implications on creativity and authenticity. They elaborate on a recent blog post by Maggie Appleton, which examines how Etsy shops leverage AI to create art mimicking famous styles while raising questions about originality and the erosion of art history.
HTML as a Programming Language
The conversation takes a deep dive into the debate surrounding whether HTML should be considered a programming language. They touch on the underappreciation of HTML and CSS in the web development community while pointing out their fundamental roles in creating the web. The hosts reflect on an article from Wired that discusses the validity of HTML as a programming language.
Chrome 133 and New Features
The episode includes a briefing on Chrome 133’s upcoming features, including an advanced attribute function and new capabilities for handling DOM state. The hosts express enthusiasm about the potential impact of these updates on web development.
The Future of CSS with attr()
A significant portion of the discussion centers around the proposed updates to the CSS attr() function, which will convert HTML attributes to usable CSS values. The hosts explain how this could simplify web component design and contribute to a better development experience.
Scott Jehl’s Push for Async CSS
The hosts highlight Scott Jehl's efforts to standardize Async CSS, allowing stylesheets to load asynchronously without blocking page rendering. This section discusses the pros and cons of such an approach and the common arguments against it.
Making 'this' Less Annoying in Code
Dave shares a personal anecdote about finding the keyword 'this' cumbersome and his journey to find ways to make it less intrusive. This leads to a discussion on customization in coding environments, such as using color changes and ligatures to improve readability.
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Show notes
Show Description
Dealing with AI creating fake work by famous artists, HTML is actually a programming language, Chrome 133 updates, attr updates, making "this" less annoying, and Scott Jehl's trying to standardize Async CSS.
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