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“If the web can be evolved to include the missing APIs and have better performance, [developers] won't need to go beyond the web.” quote by Brendan Eich
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“If the web can be evolved to include the missing APIs and have better performance, [developers] won't need to go beyond the web.”

Brendan Eich

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Source Speech: Web Evolution Talk, 2015

The web could replace many native tools if it adds missing APIs and improves speed, reducing the need for external platforms.

In simple terms: Better web APIs could eliminate need for non‑web solutions.

Key Takeaway

Focus on enhancing web standards.

Themes

technology innovation web development

Mood

optimistic pragmatic

Type

strategic visionary

When to use this quote

  • building web apps
  • mobile web
  • progressive web apps

Key Concepts

API design performance optimization

Questions to Reflect On

  • What APIs are most critical to add?
  • How can performance be measured?
A Different Perspective

If hardware limitations persist, web may still fall short.

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