CSS and the Hierarchy Problem - What Makes a CSS Developer?

Explore the evolving landscape of CSS development and its impact on professional roles in this thought-provoking conference talk. Delve into the hierarchies that emerge as CSS shifts towards object- and systems-oriented approaches, examining how the responsibilities of designers and developers become increasingly intertwined. Investigate the persistent categorizations within the field, including the distinctions between front-end and back-end development, as well as the perceived value of CSS compared to JavaScript. Critically analyze the implicit biases that create hierarchies favoring certain demographics in the developer community. Gain insights into how these divisions potentially undermine efforts to diversify both the CSS language and its practitioner base, challenging conventional notions of what defines a CSS developer in today's rapidly changing web development landscape.