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Why is it important to know and what new technologies offer

Nick Strofyllas

Native CSS is becoming increasingly important on the modern web, as its capabilities expand and the need for external frameworks decreases.

Why is it important to know and what new technologies offer

CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) has been a cornerstone of web development for decades. In recent years, however, it has evolved significantly—so much so that we now refer to it as native CSS, meaning pure, modern CSS without relying on external frameworks like Bootstrap or preprocessors like Sass.

Why Embrace Native CSS?

  • Modern capabilities: With support for new standards like CSS Grid, Flexbox, Custom Properties (CSS Variables), and container queries, the styling power of native CSS has expanded dramatically.
  • Performance and speed: Using native CSS reduces frontend code size by eliminating dependencies, resulting in faster page load times.
  • Maintainability and clarity: Writing clean CSS makes it easier to maintain over time, especially in smaller teams or long-term projects.
  • Better integration with design systems: Many modern design systems are built directly with native CSS and Web Components, offering greater flexibility and scalability.

Native CSS and Developers

While frameworks still have their place—especially for rapid prototyping or learning—many professional developers are returning to "raw" CSS to fully leverage its power.

The Future of Styling

Native CSS is evolving quickly. Features like CSS Nesting, the `:has()` selector, and container queries are gaining widespread support. All signs point toward a future that’s simpler, cleaner, and more native than ever.

Conclusion

Native CSS is now a powerful tool in the modern frontend developer's toolkit. Mastering and utilizing it without external dependencies is becoming an essential skill for today’s web professionals.