Front end web development news
Here are some recent front-end web development news and updates:
1. WebAssembly (WASM) gains support in Chrome and Firefox
WebAssembly, a binary instruction format that allows developers to compile code to run in web browsers, has gained support in both Chrome and Firefox. This means that developers can now use WASM to create high-performance web applications.
2. React 17.0.2 released with improved performance and bug fixes
React, a popular JavaScript library for building user interfaces, has released version 17.0.2 with several performance improvements and bug fixes. The update includes improvements to the React DevTools and better support for server-side rendering.
3. Vue.js 3.0 released with improved performance and new features
Vue.js, a progressive and flexible JavaScript framework, has released version 3.0 with several new features and performance improvements. The update includes a new compiler, improved support for server-side rendering, and better performance.
4. Google introduces Web Vitals, a new set of metrics for measuring web performance
Google has introduced Web Vitals, a new set of metrics for measuring web performance. The metrics include First Contentful Paint (FCP), First Input Delay (FID), and Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS), which can help developers identify and improve the performance of their web applications.
5. CSS Grid and Flexbox get improved support in Safari
Safari has improved its support for CSS Grid and Flexbox, two popular layout technologies. The update includes better support for grid and flexbox layouts, as well as improved performance and bug fixes.
6. JavaScript libraries and frameworks gain support for WebAssembly
Several JavaScript libraries and frameworks, including React, Angular, and Vue.js, have gained support for WebAssembly. This allows developers to use WASM to create high-performance web applications.
7. Chrome 88 introduces improved support for WebRTC and WebSockets
Chrome 88 has introduced improved support for WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication) and WebSockets, two technologies that enable real-time communication between web browsers and servers.
8. Mozilla introduces WebExtensions 5.0, a new version of the Firefox extension API
Mozilla has introduced WebExtensions 5.0, a new version of the Firefox extension API. The update includes several new features and improvements, including better support for content scripts and improved performance.
9. Google introduces Lighthouse 7.3, a new version of the web performance auditing tool
Google has introduced Lighthouse 7.3, a new version of the web performance auditing tool. The update includes several new features and improvements, including better support for Web Vitals and improved performance metrics.
10. Microsoft introduces Edge 88, a new version of the Microsoft Edge browser
Microsoft has introduced Edge 88, a new version of the Microsoft Edge browser. The update includes several new features and improvements, including better support for WebAssembly and improved performance.
These are just a few of the recent front-end web development news and updates. Stay tuned for more updates and news in the world of front-end web development!