The Digital Press

Web developers have long struggled with styling because CSS was originally designed for static documents, not the dynamic, component-based applications common today. The article argues that the real challenge lies in trying to force CSS into modern frontend architectures rather than inherent flaws in CSS itself.

Why it matters: Understanding CSS’s original design helps clarify why styling modern apps requires trade-offs rather than perfect solutions.

The big picture: Modern frontend frameworks emphasize components and scoped logic, but CSS remains global and cascading by default, creating friction.

The stakes: Choosing a styling approach means accepting compromises—no current method fully solves all needs for flexibility, performance, and maintainability.

Commenters say: Many agree CSS isn’t the root problem, emphasizing trade-offs and developer education; others suggest hybrid approaches or point to ecosystem complexity as causes.