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Why don't more developers use the web platform?

Original: Why don't more developers “use the platform”?

Developer and writer Nolan Lawson published a new article asking why more developers don't build with native web platform features instead of layering frameworks and libraries on top. The piece examines the tension between 'using the platform' — relying on browsers' built-in capabilities — and the practical realities that push teams toward third-party tooling. It is drawing attention in developer circles, with readers debating whether framework fatigue and platform maturity are shifting how web apps get built.

Why now: A prominent web developer essay reignited the long-running debate over frameworks versus native browser capabilities.

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