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Jul 2024
53m 58s

Edge Browser and PWAs: A New Era in Web ...

RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III, The Radcast Network
About this episode

In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, hosts Charles William Carpenter III and Adam Argyle share a drink with Diego Gonzalez, a PM working on the Edge team.

The discussion centers on progressive web apps (PWAs), with Diego outlining his role in standardizing platform features and the various advantages of PWAs.

The trio also debates the value of vanilla CSS vs. Tailwind, discusses their favorite development tools, and even dives into the nuances of whiskey tasting with a focus on a particular blend from Woodinville.

Tune in for a blend of tech insights, humor, and whiskey reviews.

Key Takeaways

  • [00:00] - Introduction and Podcast Welcome
  • [00:36] - Sponsor Message: Wix Studio
  • [01:30] - Special Guest Introduction: Diego Gonzalez
  • [01:47] - Discussion on Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
  • [04:07] - Whiskey Tasting Session
  • [13:08] - Browser Wars and Hot Takes
  • [22:38] - Future of PWAs and Microsoft Store
  • [30:35] - Understanding PWAs: A Developer's Perspective
  • [31:21] - The Android vs. Apple Debate
  • [32:44] - The Smartwatch Dilemma
  • [34:15] - Travel Tales and Photography
  • [38:36] - European Culture and Humor
  • [48:12] - Final Thoughts and Tech Tips

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