What is a website render blocking resource?
An explanation of blocking resources on websites.
The Cache-Control header plays a crucial role in web development by controlling how browsers and servers cache and deliver content. This HTTP header allows developers to manage caching effectively, optimizing website performance.
The Cache-Control header lets developers dictate caching rules for content. By sending specific directives along with HTTP responses, developers can influence how frequently browsers and servers fetch content. This control ensures efficient content delivery, reducing load times and improving user experience.
The Cache-Control header operates through directives—commands that define caching behavior. Some important directives are:
Effectively using the Cache-Control header enhances website performance:
An explanation of blocking resources on websites.
An overview of the different types of browser hints and how they help with website performance
An introduction to cache tags/surrogate keys and how they're used by caching proxies.
An overview of the canonical tag in HTML and how it is used for SEO.
An introduction to CDNs (Content Delivery Network)
A quick description of the critical rendering path for browsers
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