Talk Proposal: HTML and CSS are eating JS alive

[zachjensz]

• Draft Title: HTML and CSS are eating JS alive
• Length: 10-15min
• Links: (slides, article, notes) On request, zachjensz on LinkedIn

Modern web APIs such as popover, anchor positioning and even squircles are replacing custom JS implementations as the web evolves.

Gain a glimpse into reducing your bundle size and maintenance burden

Speaker Bio

• Name: Zach Jensz
• Mini-bio: Software Engineer of many years, conference speaker, can cook a good Lasagne
• Picture for slides: Use LinkedIn pfp
• Would you like help with your presentation? (Feedback on notes, practice run) Not req. Happy to meet for coffee and practice run + chat.
• Social media link(s): zachjensz.com LinkedIn.com/in/zachjensz
• Do you agree to the VanJS Code of Conduct? Yes

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📅 Available Presentation Dates

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• Sunday, October 4, 2026 (November 2026 Meetup) - 2 spots available

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[zachjensz]

I'm available after Nov 20