Why are SJW killjoys always on about progressive enhancement?
summary
Argues progressive enhancement makes core content and journeys work for everybody and shows concrete techniques: start with HTML forms that submit to a server then upgrade with JavaScript to call APIs, use service workers and progressive web apps for offline installs, and employ cutting the mustard feature detection. Cites a measured failure mode — UK government 1.1 percent baseline without JavaScript — distinguishes edge cases like complex games or Google Docs that can’t be enhanced, and makes the case that inclusivity is both practical and moral.
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chapters (9)
- 0:00Introduction
- 1:49Defining SJW and progressive enhancement
- 7:16Reasons progressive enhancement dismissed
- 17:28Misconceptions in tech
- 23:48When not feasible
- 27:27Cutting the mustard and JS failures
- 30:05Prioritizing users
- 32:58Moral imperative
- 36:11Conclusion
