Why Web Tech Is Like This

Explore the evolution of web technology through an engaging keynote that delves into the origins and development of browsers, web servers, and modern web development practices. Discover the reasons behind common web conventions, such as the use of port 80 and HTML syntax, while gaining insights into the rise of JavaScript and CSS. Examine the history of web development tooling and the competition between various server and client frameworks. Investigate the future direction of metaframeworks in web development. Experience live demonstrations of landmark tools and frameworks from different eras, including a compilation and run of the first-ever web server and browser. Gain a deeper understanding of how modern web development has been shaped by a combination of innovative breakthroughs, unfortunate missteps, and serendipitous occurrences.