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ImageEngine Deserves a Second Look ImageEngine may be the easiest way to implement responsive images and is worth considering when you’re looking for a solution that will get you 80% of the way to optimization with minimal effort. They...

Our colleague @gri.gs may have written more about responsive images and image optimization services than anyone else, so when he issues a mea culpa, you know there’s something worth checking out.

Read on for why he believes ImageEngine deserves a second look:
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Modernizing Your Application: Where to Begin Upgrading a legacy application can seem daunting. This series will guide you through the process, highlighting strategies for a smooth transition without disrupting your current operations.

Upgrading an existing application? This new series from @gri.gs will help. Begin by asking what type of app you currently have and what APIs are available because they will dictate your strategy. More tips at
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Will your web app stop working on iPhones in March? Apple is removing access to Home Screen web apps for all browsers including Safari. We talk to Bruce Lawson about what this means and what web developers can do about it.

The list of PWA features that will stop working on iPhones in Europe in a week will have significant ramifications. Bruce Lawson explains what we know and what we can do about it in the latest Fourcast episode. cloudfour.com/thinks/will-...

Handling Death Gracefully in Digital Experiences We’ve been dealing with our fair share of loss lately. And to make matters worse, we’ve encountered applications that handle death poorly and add to our pain.

It’s crucial we keep in mind all the real-life situations that can come up for users of the apps we build. @gri.gs talks about his own losses recently and highlights how insensitive application design can exacerbate moments of distress and sorrow. cloudfour.com/thinks/handl...

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In this episode, Megan Notarte and Jason Grigsby discuss the challenges of outdated legacy applications and how to approach their modernization. They differe... Strategies for Legacy Application Modernization

Check out our latest Fourcast episode with
@gri.gs on app modernization! Insights on making upgrades less daunting and future-ready. youtu.be/vU5Cic3HNvc

Title card for the video "How to Publish an Updated Version of an npm Package," featured a photo of Scott, where the grey in his beard makes him look like a kindly wizard who wants to teach you how to work with npm for some reason.

Releasing an updated version of an npm package was one of my least favorite tasks because it was different in every project. So I took the time to learn how to do it properly, and I hope it helps you too! youtu.be/Vi4gcv2H9jQ

OpenAI, Napster, and iTunes OpenAI’s use of copyrighted material and the lawsuits over are reminiscent of the Napster era of digital music. Could history repeat itself with Apple and the iTunes Music Store?

OpenAI, Napster and iTunes: @gri.gs weighs in on historical parallels and whether Apple is truly behind when it comes to AI.

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How to Embed 3D Models on the Web How do you embed 3D models in web pages? How do you do so without slowing down your site? We’ll review the file formats, 3D model viewers, user experience, optimizations, and proposed future web sta...

Shopify's 3D scanning got us curious: how does it work? We explored 3D models on the web: file formats, viewers, performance & more. Read on:
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Navigating the New Frontiers of Marketing and SEO in 2024 In our latest Cloud Four Spotlight, I had the pleasure of diving into the ever-evolving world of marketing and SEO in 2024 with three distinguished guests: Sara Mannix from Mannix Marketing, Sonya Pal...

I had so much fun interviewing these three amazing women about changes and trends in SEO/Marketing for 2024. We talk a lot about SGE, AI, and whether you need to be on TikTok to have a solid marketing strategy. Check it out: cloudfour.com/thinks/navig...

Tyler’s CSS Wish List for 2024 Cloud Four’s creative director shares his hopes and dreams for the future of CSS.

Cloud Four’s creative director @tylersticka.com shares his hopes and dreams for the future of CSS in 2024.

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3D Scanning with iPhone: Exciting Potential, But Read This Before You Start Creating good 3D models using your iPhone turns out to more difficult than promised. Learn how 3D scanning works and how to increase your chances of getting a decent scan.

Cloud Four's @gri.gs explored the realities (and quirks!) of 3D image scanning. He found that while 3D models can reduce returns & waste in e-commerce, scanning has its challenges. Read on:
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Stay tuned for Part 2: 3D models on the web & performance tricks!

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