What is PWA (Progressive Web App)?
PWA (Progressive Web App) is defined as a website built with modern web technologies that behaves like a native mobile app, featuring offline support and installable layouts.
Detailed Architectural Context
Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) merge the reach of websites with the capabilities of native mobile apps. Built using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, PWAs utilize 'Service Workers'—background browser scripts—to cache files, allowing the website to load instantly and even work offline. They can be installed directly onto a user's mobile home screen without going through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, and can receive push notifications to keep users engaged.
Related Technical Terms
React Native
An open-source mobile framework created by Meta that allows developers to build native iOS and Android apps using a single JavaScript codebase.
Responsive Web Design
A design approach where layouts automatically adjust their grid systems, fonts, and images to look polished on any screen size or device.
Core Web Vitals
A set of specific factors that Google considers critical in a webpage's overall user experience, measuring page loading, interactivity, and visual stability.
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