More Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats episodes
Published 23 Feb 2026
Duration: 3085
Progress on web features and standards, including CSS, APIs, and image formats, is discussed in relation to the Interop 2026 initiative.
Scott and Wes unpack Interop 2026 and the browser features finally aligning across engines, from container style queries and anchor positioning to scr...
The podcast covers the Interop 2026 initiative, which brings together browser vendors to standardize and implement a set of web features by 2026, with differing levels of progress across browsers. Key topics include container style queries, a CSS feature that allows styling based on container properties, useful for custom theming and accessibility. Challenges in implementation involve server-side rendering and complex theme integration. The discussion also explores various CSS improvements such as anchor positioning, attribute functions, and the contrast color function, along with new APIs like the Custom Highlight API and Scroll-Driven Animations.
Other web developments mentioned include updates to the Fetch API, IndexedDB, WebRTC, and the adoption of new image formats like JPEG XL. Emphasis is placed on standardization and ensuring browser compatibility. The conversation also addresses web platform testing and the use of developer tools like Sentry, alongside continuous efforts to enhance web compatibility and accessibility across different platforms and devices.
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