Out With the JS, In With the HTML

· Jim Nielsen · May 11, 2026, 5:54 a.m.
Summary
Jim Nielsen discusses a shift from using JavaScript for a dynamic icon resizing feature to a more efficient approach that leverages server-rendered static pages to improve performance and reduce maintenance burdens. By using navigations instead of client-side scripts, Nielsen enhances user experience and simplifies the development process, showcasing the benefits of reevaluating traditional patterns with new web technologies like CSS view transitions.
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