Progressive Web Apps (PWA): A Complete Beginner’s Guide
In recent years, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) have gained massive popularity because they combine the best of web and mobile apps. Big companies like Twitter, Flipkart, Starbucks, and Pinterest use PWAs to deliver fast, reliable, and engaging user experiences. In this article, you’ll learn: What PWAs are Why they’re important Core features of PWAs How to build a simple PWA step by step Real-world examples Next steps to master PWA development 📌 What is a Progressive Web App (PWA)? A Progressive Web App (PWA) is a web application that behaves like a mobile app while running in a browser. It can be: Installed on your home screen Used offline Send push notifications Load super fast, even on slow networks 👉 In simple words: A PWA gives you the look and feel of a native app , but without requiring app store downloads. ⚡ Why PWAs Matter Traditional websites are fast to build but lack offline support and push notifications. Native apps pr...