Progressive Web Applications - The What, the Why and the How

Explore the concept of Progressive Web Applications (PWAs) in this 38-minute conference talk by Radu Enuca at Devoxx. Discover how PWAs combine the best features of native and web applications, leveraging the principle of Progressive Enhancement to ensure compatibility across various browsers. Learn about the advantages of PWAs, including their ability to provide excellent user experiences on diverse smart devices such as phones, tablets, and PCs. Delve into the key components that transform a standard web application into a PWA, understand the motivations behind adopting this technology, and explore the implementation process using web standards and JavaScript techniques. Gain insights into the limitations and device-specific differences of PWAs compared to native apps.