Interop 2025 - Which browser features to get acquainted with this year and why you should care It’s been a few years since the Interop initiative was set in play. This has historically been one of the key elements in moving the web forward as it aims for a consistent web between browser vendors. In contrast to the “old days browser wars”, we as developers get streamlined features without having to check everything in every browser. The features of Interop 2025 are now known, features to be made stable across browsers by the end of the year. In this article, we’ll take a look at what we should get acquainted with in 2025. Published onMarch 28, 2025frontendcssjsBrecht De RuyteFrontend Developer / DevRelRead more
Three days of AI and Cloud at Google Paris As part of being a Google Developer Expert, I’m fortunate to be able to join certain Google events to connect, learn and share. The past week I was invited to Google Paris for three days of everything around AI and Cloud. Here’s a short recap with interesting things I heard and what inspired me! Published onMarch 20, 2025aicloudDave BitterGoogle Developer Expert Web & Developer AdvocateRead more
Minimal state management tools Modern web applications require effective state management solutions, but choosing between Redux, Zustand, Nano Stores, Context API, Recoil, Jotai, and other options can be overwhelming. Let's compare some of these state management tools based on complexity, performance, developer experience, and use cases to help you select the right one for your specific project needs Published onMarch 5, 2025JavaScriptAudrey BehielsJavaScript DeveloperRead more
Navigating the Kubernetes Sea: iO Java Team Adventure in Container Orchestration Recently, our Java team embarked on an exciting journey into the world of Kubernetes, exploring its capabilities and potential for enhancing our development and deployment processes. This "Google Day" initiative allowed our team members to dive deep into Kubernetes, experimenting with advanced deployment techniques like A/B testing and Canary releases. Here's a recap of our adventures and discoveries. Published onFebruary 27, 2025kubernetesdevopsdockerArno KoehlerEngineering Manager and JVM EngineerRead more
What is WebLLM WebLLM runs in browser to allow Models to be more accessible inside the browser and fully client side! With the evaluation of AI technologies, it is expected that WebLLM will be an important part of future applications. Published onFebruary 21, 2025frontendweb-llmllmlarge-language-modelsJafar RezaeiFullstack Software EngineerRead more
How to write effective and clean unit tests in JavaScript Learn essential best practices for writing clean and effective unit tests in JavaScript. From using descriptive test cases to following the Arrange-Act-Assert pattern, discover how to enhance your testing practices for better code quality and maintainability. Published onFebruary 18, 2025javascripttestingunit-testsjestbest-practicesKomeil MehranfarSenior Frontend DeveloperRead more
Frontend Automation with Github Actions and AWS No matter which tech stack you use, automating your deployment process can save you time and headaches. Let's see how to use Github Actions to automate your frontend deployments to AWS S3. Published onFebruary 4, 2025frontendawsgithub-actionsdevopsSagar SawuckSenior Frontend ConsultantRead more
A visit to the worlds most performant conference: performance.now() I had the pleasure of attending the performance.now() conference in Amsterdam. Here are some of the highlights from the event. Published onFebruary 3, 2025performancecore-web-vitalsRUMperformance.now()monitoringconferenceClarke VerdelSenior Frontend DeveloperRead more
Accessibility tools In today’s digital age, many websites remain inaccessible to individuals with physical or cognitive disabilities. However, there are numerous accessibility tools available to help audit and improve your web content, ensuring accessibility for everyone. Published onJanuary 14, 2025frontenda11yaccessibilityRavindre RamjiawanFrontend DeveloperRead more
An Introduction to RAG Fed up with AI that makes up facts and can't keep up with your latest data? That's where RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) comes in – the clever technique that's changing how we build AI applications that actually work. Published onJanuary 10, 2025ragaiWouter HeldensSenior Frontend Developer & AI enthusiastRead more
The power of integrity in both work and life In this article, I explain how being a person of integrity has helped me. I share my experiences and tips to help you on your journey towards integrity in both personal and professional life. Published onJanuary 7, 2025integrityleadershippersonal-developmentKomeil MehranfarSenior Frontend DeveloperRead more
Building Scalable Micro-Frontends with Next.js Multi Zones Let's see how Next.js Multi Zones can make building micro frontends a breeze. Published onDecember 10, 2024nextreactfrontendmicro-frontendsDave BitterGoogle Developer Expert Web & Developer AdvocateRead more