UI Dev Newsletter Issue #115
In this issue: WordPress costs in 2026, Safari emoji slowdown, clamp() with auto, HTML form inspector, and more.
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What It Really Costs to Run a WordPress Website in 2026
Paul Edwards provides updated WordPress website running costs for 2026, comparing expenses from 2019 across hosting, security, and maintenance.
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Performance-Optimized Video Embeds with Zero JavaScript
Stefan Bauer explains how to lazy-load videos above the fold using HTML details and summary for performance, without JavaScript.
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Underlining Links With CSS
Stuart Robson shares how modern CSS text-decoration properties allow precise control over link underlines.
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A Broken Heart
Allen Pike describes how a single emoji caused a 100x slowdown in Safari due to Noto Color Emoji font issues.
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How to use the 'auto' value with clamp()
Temani Afif shares the topic of using calc-size() to allow auto, min-content, and max-content in clamp() (Chrome-only).
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Modern CSS
Naeem shares modern CSS techniques replacing old hacks.
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Stop generating, start thinking
Sophie Koonin explains the dangers of relying on LLM-generated code, emphasizing loss of skill, accountability, and critical thinking in software development.
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HTML Form Inspector
Polypane provides a tool to analyze HTML form structure and fields.