Explore the future of web browsers in this thought-provoking GOTO 2014 conference talk by Tim Bray, father of XML and uncle of search engines. Delve into the increasing dominance of mobile traffic and question whether browsers will survive the onslaught of native mobile apps. Examine the unique advantages browsers offer and their relevance in 2014. Investigate various application areas to determine if any are immune to the mobile app takeover. Consider the implications of browser usage on privacy, security, and internet standards. Gain insights into client software evolution, the Cambrian explosion of technology, and the role of organizations like the Internet Engineering Task Force in shaping the web's future.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Type System Criteria
Client Software
Native Apps
Cambrian Explosion
Browser Size
Ed Snowden
Whos Watching You
Crooks
Tribalism
Internet Engineering Task Force
Taught by
GOTO Conferences