This is the third episode in the series exploring the different components that make up a website, and today’s focus is on the often-overlooked but vitally important head element in HTML. Nathan and David kick things off by admitting that, like many web professionals, they haven’t thought deeply about the head for quite some time, despite its massive impact on performance, accessibility, and SEO. Drawing from their own experiences as CMS users and enthusiasts, they dig into what the head is, the...
Jul 23, 2025•36 min
On the podcast today, we’re joined by Paul Lacey. Paul has been working in web design and development since 1999, and in that time he’s witnessed the evolution of the industry from the early days without CSS, through the dot-com boom, to the modern era of design systems. He’s put together his own design systems for professional and client work, and brings first-hand, practical experience to our chat. Paul joins our regular hosts, Nathan Wrigley and David Waumsley, to help demystify what “design ...
Jul 09, 2025•1 hr 7 min
On the podcast today, David and Nathan are back with the second episode in their new series, where they break down the key components that make up a website. Today, they’re talking about website navigation, and asking the surprisingly sticky question: why is it so bloody awful? David has done a deep dive into the ins and outs of navigation, putting together an exhaustive list of all the pieces involved. Nathan admits he used to take a much simpler approach, just add the top-level links and hope ...
Jun 25, 2025•40 min
On the podcast today we have the usual suspects - Nathan Wrigley and David Waumsley. This is the first in a new series where Nathan and David take a deep dive into different website components - today’s focus is on accordions. You know the ones: those hide-and-show sections you often see on FAQ pages, product details, or anywhere there’s a need to tidy up lots of information into collapsible panels. But what makes an accordion actually a good solution for your site, and when does it start to get...
Jun 11, 2025•30 min
On the podcast today David Waumsley and Nathan Wrigley discuss some of the things that they've done well, and not so well over their 20 years as web site builders. David kicks off by reflecting on some common missteps: not fully understanding the nature of the web, getting distracted by new tools and dependencies, and forgetting the basic tenets of good markup and accessibility. He and Nathan talk about the importance of simple, semantic HTML first, focusing on communication before aesthetics, a...
May 28, 2025•40 min
On the podcast today Nathan and David explore changes in the world of web technology, with a particular focus on CSS and front-end development. They’re taking a step back to look at where CSS is heading, and in particular, how the rise of “programmatic CSS” is shifting the landscape for developers, designers, and anyone building for the web. If you feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of new CSS specifications, features, and ideas, things like inline if statements, new functions, and increasingl...
May 10, 2025•44 min
On the podcast today, we have Paul Lacey, an experienced UK designer deeply entrenched in the world of WordPress. With years of experience working with agencies and clients, Paul will help us tackle the question: should we be offering clients a Content Management System (CMS)? Paul brings a wealth of knowledge, having transitioned from a small agency owner to a freelance web consultant. He focuses on building websites and consulting, steering clear of marketing but fully embracing the technologi...
Mar 19, 2025•56 min
On the podcast today, Nathan and David are exploring the fascinating world of the Indie Web, which presents itself as a people-focused alternative to the corporate-controlled web. This episode delves into what the Indie Web movement is all about, and why it might be the right choice for those concerned with the current state of internet ownership and privacy. Nathan talks about how the Indie Web prioritises individual ownership of content and domain usage as a primary online identity. David gets...
Mar 05, 2025•46 min
On the podcast today, we’re diving deep into a crucial discussion for website developers and enthusiasts alike: the considerations between static and dynamic content-heavy websites. I’m joined by our hosts, Nathan Wrigley and David Waumsley, who will unravel the complexities of these two approaches. Throughout their conversation, Nathan and David explore various facets of website architecture, starting with the fundamental concept of atomizing components like headers and footers for efficient ma...
Jan 09, 2025•37 min
In this episode of No Script Show, Nathan Wrigley and David Waumsley dive into the evolving landscape of frontend development, focusing on the divide between UX designers and JavaScript specialists. Join us for a detailed discussion on the complexities and dynamics of modern web design. The role of Google and Meta in open source and their impact on project stability. Evolution of CSS and JavaScript, including trends like using CSS as a programming language. The growing complexity and specialisat...
Jul 23, 2024•44 min
Join Nathan Wrigley and David Waumsley as they dive into the latest W3C report on AI and its impact on the web, exploring the future of AI standards and ethical considerations. Discover the potential and challenges AI brings to web browsing, creativity, and data management. Discussion on environmental costs and sustainability of AI technology. Concerns about AI over-hype and its impact on creative and entry-level jobs. Insights into the W3C's proposed AI standards for transparency and data contr...
Jul 17, 2024•41 min
In this episode of No Script Show, Nathan Wrigley and David Waumsley delve into the intricate world of web typography and its evolution. From historical practices to modern advancements, they uncover the elements that shape today's web design. - Transition from pixels to rems and its impact on accessibility - Exploring new features in web typography like font loading and background clipping - Importance of fluid typography and tools like Utopia CSS generator - Challenges and beauty of typography...
Jun 12, 2024•50 min
Welcome to the no script show about modern web design where we look at what we can build today with minimal software and skills. Today we are talking about web images. We’ll cover technological changes such as new optimised formats and CSS properties. And talk about the challenges of creating a fast and eco-friendly experience whilst also trying to make visually attractive designs for devices that range from wrist watches to 4k TV screens. In this episode of No Script Show, hosts David Waumsley ...
May 16, 2024•38 min
Explore the future of web design with our latest episode of No Script Show, where we delve into the emerging CSS media features that cater to user preferences. Join us as we discuss how these features reshape the online experience. - Learn about the new CSS media queries that enable unique user-centric web experiences. - Discover statistics on user adoption of features like dark mode and the expectation for automatic application on websites. - Examine the technical challenges and potential solut...
May 02, 2024•38 min
Welcome to the noscript show about modern web design where we look at what we can build today with minimal software dependencies and skills. With so much new CSS spec coming out it seemed a good time to have a chat about how we handle browser support. In particular, Baseline which is a Google initiative introduced in 2023 that aims to make it easier for developers and other website stakeholders to understand what might be ready for production.
Apr 17, 2024•43 min
Welcome to the no script web show about modern web design where we look at what we can build today with minimal dependencies and skills. Last time we were defining some aims for the show’s website (which we are developing as part of the podcast). Now, we need a design to help it connect with the right audience. If we were experts in User Experience (UX) and its associated disciplines such as copywriting, branding, graphic design and SEO we might look at each of these in turn. We are not, so inst...
Apr 11, 2024•55 min
In this episode of the No Script Show, David Waumsley and Nathan Wrigley get into the intricacies of starting a website project. Discover the importance of clear goals and effective client communication in the web design process. In this episode, we cover: - Unveiling the personal and professional motivations behind launching the No Script web show and its associated website. - Addressing the significance of understanding a website's purpose and identifying the target audience to align with clie...
Mar 27, 2024•44 min
In this episode of the No Script Show, David Waumsley and Nathan Wrigley get into the subject of container queries. These mark a serious advancement in what browsers will allow us to do, but we are asking what does that mean for us right now? In this episode, we cover: CSS container queries: How they mark a significant advancement in responsive design. Evolution from media queries: Understanding the shift towards container queries for more granular control. Application in component-based design ...
Mar 14, 2024•28 min
In this episode of the No Script Show, David Waumsley and Nathan Wrigley delve into the concept of component based web design, what it is and do we need it. In this episode, we cover: 1. Discussing the advantages of using a component-based design system for complex projects and team collaboration. 2. Exploring the atomic design hierarchy and the role of React in managing and styling web components. 3. Addressing the shift in design practices from separating HTML/CSS to isolating individual compo...
Feb 29, 2024•38 min
In this episode of the No Script Show, David Waumsley and Nathan Wrigley delve into the concept of intrinsic web design and its implications for modern front-end web development. In this episode, we cover: 1. The evolution of web layout and the emergence of intrinsic design 2. The shift in mindset from fixed designs to flexible, content-driven layouts 3. The challenges and benefits of adopting intrinsic design in web development 4. The impact of technology advancements on web design approaches 5...
Feb 02, 2024•34 min
Here, we are looking at the principles of modern web layouts and to understand that we are referring a talk by Rachel Andrew from 2019 called " Refactoring the way we talk about CSS ". She writes: "We need to look again at what it is to learn CSS. We need to leave our old ideas behind. It is only when we do, that we will stop supporting the idea that CSS is the fragile, broken, quirky language that its detractors would like to believe." Her talk shows how CSS has become a logical system and if w...
Jan 17, 2024•43 min
What is coming over the next few week on The No Script Show. We name the people, the technologies and look at the history we'll be focussing upon over the next few weeks.
Jan 11, 2024•42 min
Welcome to the first episode of a new show on modern frontend web design. It’s a discussion show, but one where we will also be sharing the practical applications of our chats. To do this we’ll be live developing the noscript.show website. It’s bare bones as we record this, but we shall be constantly changing and experimenting with it as part of the show. Before we introduce ourselves and our backgrounds, I’ll quickly summarise the purpose for this show. The hint in this episode’s title which is...
Dec 12, 2023•40 min
