Why is <progress> so choppy in Chrome?

· · July 21, 2026, 8:24 a.m.
Summary
The blog post discusses the choppy behavior of the `<progress>` element in Chrome and poses a thought-provoking question about why so many talented engineers focus on creating immersive entertainment experiences rather than addressing issues in web development. It links to a detailed article that explores the problem and its implications.
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