Edge Browser and PWAs: A New Era in Web Development with Diego Gonzales

Whiskey Web and Whatnot: Web Development, Neat

Edge Browser and PWAs: A New Era in Web Development with Diego Gonzales

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Published on Jul 18, 2024, 7:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:53:59

Episode Description

In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, hosts Charles William Carpenter III and Adam Argyle share a drink with Diego Gonzalez, a PM working on the Edge team.

The discussion centers on progressive web apps (PWAs), with Diego outlining his role in standardizing platform features and the various advantages of PWAs.

The trio also debates the value of vanilla CSS vs. Tailwind, discusses their favorite development tools, and even dives into the nuances of whiskey tasting with a focus on a particular blend from Woodinville.

Tune in for a blend of tech insights, humor, and whiskey reviews.

Key Takeaways

  • [00:00] - Introduction and Podcast Welcome
  • [00:36] - Sponsor Message: Wix Studio
  • [01:30] - Special Guest Introduction: Diego Gonzalez
  • [01:47] - Discussion on Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
  • [04:07] - Whiskey Tasting Session
  • [13:08] - Browser Wars and Hot Takes
  • [22:38] - Future of PWAs and Microsoft Store
  • [30:35] - Understanding PWAs: A Developer's Perspective
  • [31:21] - The Android vs. Apple Debate
  • [32:44] - The Smartwatch Dilemma
  • [34:15] - Travel Tales and Photography
  • [38:36] - European Culture and Humor
  • [48:12] - Final Thoughts and Tech Tips

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More about Whiskey Web and Whatnot: Web Development, Neat

Veteran web developers RobbieTheWagner, Charles William Carpenter III, and Adam Argyle host this informal, whiskey-fueled fireside chat with your favorite web devs. They discuss all things web development including JavaScript, TypeScript, EmberJS, React, Astro, SolidJS, CSS, HTML, Web3, and more. They take a unique approach and focus on getting to know the human side of developers and their hobbies outside of work, all while sampling a new whiskey that they rate on their unique tentacle scale.