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Email vs Capitalism - Why We Can't Have Nice Things

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Learn about the complex history and technical challenges of email systems in this 47-minute conference talk from Devoxx. Explore the evolution of email from its 1971 origins through the birth of spam in 1978 to today's complicated relationship between electronic communication and commerce. Dive into the technical infrastructure of modern email, including DNS configurations, MX records, DKIM, and SPF protocols. Understand the challenges of email design across different clients, including HTML limitations, CSS compatibility issues, and dark mode considerations. Master essential tools like Papercut, Mailtrap, Mailjet, and Foundation for effective email development. Discover how to navigate the intricate world of MIME implementations and encoding standards, including the notorious UTF-7. Gain practical insights into overcoming the challenges of email delivery, spam prevention, and cross-platform compatibility in today's decentralized communication landscape.

Syllabus

Email vs Capitalism, or, Why We Can't Have Nice Things by Dylan Beattie

Taught by

Devoxx

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