Hello.

I am Paul Kinlan.

A Developer Advocate for Chrome and the Open Web at Google.

I love the web. The web should allow anyone to access any experience that they need without the need for native install or content walled garden.

Google Doesn't Have the Guts to Make Page Speed Actually Matter

Paul Kinlan

This post discusses the importance of web performance and the role of different stakeholders in prioritizing it. It highlights the trend of increasing JavaScript usage, impacting page load times, especially on less powerful devices or slower networks. The author argues that while Google's intervention could be impactful, the long-term solution lies in businesses recognizing the positive correlation between web performance and conversion rates, making it a business priority rather than an afterthought. Tools and guidance are available to help, but ultimately, a shift in industry mindset is essential for sustained improvement.

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The Web in India: Anecdote 1 - Proxy browsers don't work

Paul Kinlan

I learnt a lot of things in India. 1: Proxy browsers don't work

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Amazons Associate Scheme

Paul Kinlan

I've added Amazon affiliate links to relevant books on my blog posts, hoping to provide useful recommendations and earn a small commission. So far, I've had one referral. I'd love to hear your feedback: Do you find these book recommendations helpful? Would you consider purchasing a recommended book? What factors influence your book-buying decisions? Is it clear which links go to the UK Amazon site versus the US site? Recent stats suggest a low conversion rate for affiliate links (around 0.24%), so I'm evaluating whether the effort is worthwhile given the advertising benefit to Amazon.

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