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PWAs in 2021
#1about 3 minutes
Defining the three core features of progressive web apps
Progressive web apps combine the reach of the web with the user experience of native apps by being capable, reliable, and installable.
#2about 3 minutes
Why early PWAs struggled to meet expectations
Initial PWA adoption was hindered by missing native capabilities, difficult-to-use service workers, and a poor installation experience.
#3about 9 minutes
Expanding PWA capabilities with modern web APIs
Project Fugu is closing the capability gap with native apps by introducing APIs for push notifications, app badging, file system access, and background tasks.
#4about 7 minutes
Building reliable and fast offline-first experiences
Mature service worker support, tools like Workbox, and the app shell model enable developers to build fast, offline-first PWAs with improved accessibility.
#5about 8 minutes
Creating a native-like PWA installation experience
Developers can now control the installation flow, customize launch screens, and achieve deeper system integration through Web APKs and app store distribution.
#6about 2 minutes
The future of PWAs and cross-platform parity challenges
The next evolution of PWAs depends on addressing the significant feature gap between platforms, particularly the limited support on iOS.
#7about 10 minutes
Q&A on PWA limitations and platform support issues
The discussion covers the biggest cons of PWAs, handling Apple's limited API support, and choosing between PWAs and React Native.
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