This article is a senior web developer’s in-depth review of the evolution of web technology over the past 30 years. Starting with learning HTML in the 1990s, the author has witnessed the tremendous transformation of the web from static pages to dynamic applications. The article details the hardships of early web development, including using
tags for layout, learning through View Source, and browser compatibility challenges. It then describes how technologies like PHP lowered the barrier to entry, enabling more people to participate in web development. The author particularly emphasizes the revolutionary impact of current AI technology on web development, believing that AI enables developers to build applications previously unimaginable. This retrospective is not only a summary of web technology history but also a tribute to the open spirit and creativity of the internet, offering valuable insights for readers interested in understanding the history and future trends of web development.
