It’s Friday. I realize freelancers often work during the weekend but, for many, this is the best day of the working week. It’s a good time to catch up on some interesting technology links you may have missed. All these can be justified as “research” … they may be fun, but that’s pure co-incidence!
HTML Asteroids
If you’ve been annoyed by this article or a comment, don’t get mad — get even. The ‘Kick Ass’ bookmarklet turns any web page into a game of Asteroids. Rotate and thrust with the cursor keys and press space to fire … Click here to destroy this page! Brilliant — and removing adverts is far more amusing than AdBlock! It works by overlaying a canvas on top of the page then using a sprinkling of JavaScript magic to detect and disintegrate the HTML. It even keeps your score.
JS1k
Do you remember those JavaScript competitions which challenged you to build a fully-functioning web application in 10kb? Not hard-core enough? Take a look at the 1Kb competition. JavaScript libraries were banned and bonus points were awarded for entries which could fit in a 140 character tweet. The competition is over, but there were some amazing submissions from the winner, Legend Of The Bouncing Beholder (a Mario-like game), as well as Tiny Chess (which, embarrassingly, beat me on several occasions), WOLF1K and the rainbow characters (a Wolfenstein 3D game), Crazy multiplayer 2-sided Pong and the obligatory Tetris — which even includes music. Are your monolithic web pages running to several megabytes? You should be ashamed of yourself!
Never Mind the Bullets
Never Mind the Bullets is a stunning interactive comic with affects achieved using HTML5, CSS3, SVGs and JavaScript. And you’ll never guess who created it … Microsoft. It was developed to show off IE9’s new features so it runs best in that browser.The Wilderness Downtown
This site has been mentioned in the SitePoint podcast, but it’s worth repeating for those who missed it. It’s a Chrome experiment which shows a customized music video for Arcade Fire’s “We Used To Wait”. It’s ground-breaking: Bohemian Rhapsody for the HTML5 generation.How to Make an Internet Web Page
Finally, I’m afraid our future careers are doomed. This concise article describes how to create a web page in 6 easy steps. It gives away all our deepest secrets — anyone can replace us. Bonus link: International Karate Here’s a quick link I found shortly before publishing this post. It’s an emulation of the excellent “International Karate” by System 3 on the Commodore 64. Yes, it’s of limited use and has been developed using Flash. I don’t care — the game’s still great 25 years on! Happy memories for those of us of a certain age. Have a great weekend.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Destroying a Web Page
What is the purpose of a web page destroyer?
A web page destroyer is a tool or application that allows you to interact with a web page in a destructive manner. It’s primarily used for fun or stress relief, allowing users to virtually “destroy” elements on a web page without causing any real harm or permanent changes to the actual site. It’s also used by developers for testing purposes, to understand how a website behaves when certain elements are manipulated or removed.
Is it legal to use a web page destroyer?
Yes, it is legal to use a web page destroyer. These tools do not cause any real or permanent damage to the website. They only alter the appearance of the site on your local browser and do not affect the website’s server or other users’ experiences.
Can I permanently damage a website using a web page destroyer?
No, you cannot permanently damage a website using a web page destroyer. These tools only affect the way a website appears on your personal browser. Once you refresh the page, all changes will be undone and the website will return to its original state.
How does a web page destroyer work?
A web page destroyer works by manipulating the Document Object Model (DOM) of a web page. The DOM is a programming interface for web documents. It represents the structure of a document and allows programs to change the document’s structure, style, and content.
Can I use a web page destroyer on any website?
Yes, you can use a web page destroyer on any website. However, the changes you make will only be visible on your personal browser and will not affect the actual website or other users’ experiences.
Are there different types of web page destroyers?
Yes, there are different types of web page destroyers. Some are browser extensions, while others are standalone applications. They offer different features and ways to interact with a web page.
Can I use a web page destroyer for testing purposes?
Yes, web page destroyers can be used for testing purposes. Developers often use these tools to understand how a website behaves when certain elements are manipulated or removed.
Is it possible to undo the changes made by a web page destroyer?
Yes, it is possible to undo the changes made by a web page destroyer. Simply refreshing the page will undo all changes and return the website to its original state.
Can a web page destroyer affect my computer or browser?
No, a web page destroyer cannot affect your computer or browser. It only alters the appearance of a website on your personal browser and does not interact with your computer’s system or browser’s functionality.
Can I customize the actions of a web page destroyer?
Depending on the tool, you may be able to customize the actions of a web page destroyer. Some tools offer different modes or settings that allow you to interact with a web page in different ways.
Craig BucklerCraig is a freelance UK web consultant who built his first page for IE2.0 in 1995. Since that time he's been advocating standards, accessibility, and best-practice HTML5 techniques. He's created enterprise specifications, websites and online applications for companies and organisations including the UK Parliament, the European Parliament, the Department of Energy & Climate Change, Microsoft, and more. He's written more than 1,000 articles for SitePoint and you can find him @craigbuckler.
