Pure HTML & CSS: Faster Than Your Morning Coffee

Let's be honest: in a world of React, Angular, Vue, Svelte, and [insert next big framework], HTML & CSS might seem ancient. But guess what? They're the foundation of the web, they're blazing-fast, and they're weirdly satisfying to code (yes, I said it).

Frameworks are great for giant SPAs or complex UIs, sure. But for smaller sites, portfolios, or micro landing pages, you often don't need that extra overhead.

Why So Speedy & SEO-Friendly?

• No heavy JS bundles to load. The page can appear practically before you blink.
• Search engines love clean HTML. There's no complicated client-side rendering to hinder them.
• Lower maintenance for small sites. No package updates, no complex build processes—just HTML & CSS.

JS Pros & Cons

JavaScript is fantastic when you need dynamic data, interactive features, or large-scale app logic. But if you're just spinning up a personal bio or a small business site, JS can be overkill (like using a rocket to go grocery shopping).

Google PageSpeed: Challenge Accepted

Don't believe me? Throw any pure HTML/CSS site into Google PageSpeed Insights. Watch that sweet 90+ or 100 score pop up. Then test your favorite big corporate site—often they're weighed down by numerous scripts, ironically scoring lower.

Embedded Videos? No Problem!

People say "But you can't embed media without fancy frameworks." Actually, you can. Behold:

HTML & CSS: The Undying Core

Even React is basically HTML in JavaScript clothing. The entire web is still built on these ancient pillars. For many sites—like my personal bio (which you're on right now)—pure HTML & CSS is a match made in speed heaven.

So next time someone tries to guilt-trip you into using the latest JS framework for a simple static page, just show them your blazing-fast, SEO-friendly site and watch them do a double-take.

—Carther Theogene, Proud HTML & CSS Advocate (But Yes, I Also Code in React!)