Autopsy of a Browser

Explore the evolution of web browsers in this 44-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au. Delve into the anatomy of browsers, starting with primitive text-only versions and progressing through the development of images, layouts, CSS, and JavaScript. Gain insights into the historical circumstances shaping modern browsers, including the browser wars between Netscape and Microsoft. Examine the impact of open standards, HTTP, and HTML on browser development. Learn about key players like Mosaic, Netscape, Internet Explorer, and modern browsers such as Edge and Opera. Understand the quirks and complexities of browser technology while tracing its journey from the early days of the World Wide Web to the present.