Hi, my name is Tom Smykowski, I'm a staff full-stack engineer. I build and scale SaaS platforms to millions of users, working end-to-end from system architecture to frontend to mobile. On this blog I share what I learn about web development, user experience, and the evolving role of sound in digital interfaces.
What This Article Covers
Explore the untapped potential of CSS in enabling sound as a first-class citizen in web development. This article delves into the historical context of web audio, challenges prevailing assumptions about the "silent web," and discusses why it's time to integrate audio elements into the CSS framework. Discover how evolving user experiences demand a rethink of presentation layers to include sound.
Questions This Article Answers
- Why has sound been largely ignored in CSS development until now?
- What historical factors led to the dominance of the "silent web"?
- How can CSS be adapted to support sound while preserving user choice?
- What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of integrating sound into CSS?
- How does sound fit into the broader concept of web presentation?
Length and Time
An insightful exploration with historical context and forward-thinking perspectives. Approximately 10 minutes to read.