Making a Simpler Web

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Learn how to simplify your web development by using only HTML, like Richard Stallman, and why it matters for a faster and more secure web

intermediate Published 11 Jul 2026
Action Steps
  1. Build a simple website using only HTML to understand the limitations and benefits
  2. Run a speed test on your HTML-only website to compare performance with JavaScript-heavy sites
  3. Configure your HTML code to be semantic and accessible
  4. Test your website on different devices and browsers to ensure compatibility
  5. Apply this approach to a personal project or client website to simplify and improve performance
Who Needs to Know This

Web developers and designers can benefit from this approach to create faster and more secure websites, while also improving user experience

Key Insight

💡 Using only HTML can result in faster and more secure websites, but may limit interactivity and functionality

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Key Takeaways

Learn how to simplify your web development by using only HTML, like Richard Stallman, and why it matters for a faster and more secure web

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I have always been intrigued by people like Richard Stallman who make entire websites using nothing but html (no JS). In his case, it is… Continue reading on Medium »
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