A STUDY ON PROGRESSIVE WEB APPS: REVOLUTIONIZING USER EXPERIENCES AND REDEFINING WEB APPLICATIONS

Abbin Joseph Thomas; S Rajesh Kumar

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.5977

Authors

Abbin Joseph Thomas Research Scholar, Journalism & Mass Communication Dept, Madurai Kamaraj University, Tamil Nadu
Dr S Rajesh Kumar Assistant Professor, Journalism & Science Communication Department, Madurai Kamaraj University, Tamil Nadu.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.5977

Abstract [English]

This study investigates the rise of Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) and their impact on the landscape of web applications. PWAs, built on standard web technologies, bridge the gap between traditional websites and native mobile apps by offering features like offline functionality, push notifications, and app-like user experiences. This research delves into the core functionalities of PWAs, exploring how they address the limitations of web apps and provide an enhanced user experience.The study aims to Analyze the key characteristics and capabilities of PWAs, Evaluate the impact of PWAs on user engagement and accessibility, Explore the potential benefits and challenges associated with PWA development and adoption for businesses and discuss the future potential of PWAs in shaping the evolution of web applications. By examining PWAs through these lenses, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of their potential to revolutionize user experiences and redefine the way we interact with web applications. Progressive online Apps (PWAs), which bridge the gap between conventional webpages and native mobile applications, represent a paradigm shift in online technology. This study intends to explore the complex world of PWAs, examining their features, benefits, history, and consequences for the digital environment.The paper starts with a thorough investigation of the fundamental ideas that guide PWAs. It outlines the fundamental characteristics that set these apps apart, including their solid security procedures, responsiveness on many devices, dependability under erratic network situations, and interaction through app-like experiences. These qualities serve as PWAs' cornerstones, allowing them to leverage the adaptability of web technologies to deliver immersive user experiences that compete with native applications.In addition, this research carefully analyzes the intrinsic benefits of PWAs. It clarifies their accessibility, removing the obstacles related to app downloads and guaranteeing their general availability via web browsers. One important factor that stands out is cost-effectiveness: PWAs eliminate the need for separate platform development initiatives, which reduces overhead and compatibility difficulties. Additionally, they are more visible in search results and load faster, which adds to their allure and increases user engagement and retention. Additionally, the study looks at how PWAs are changing a variety of businesses and use cases. Case studies from well-known companies like Flipkart, Starbucks, and Twitter Lite demonstrate the effectiveness of PWAs in providing customers with quicker, more interesting, and more accessible experiences. These practical applications highlight the observable advantages of PWAs and demonstrate how they may transform social networking, e-commerce, and service-oriented applications. The study also explores the technical foundations that support PWAs, highlighting the function of caching methods, HTTPS protocols, and service workers in guaranteeing robust security measures, faster loading times, and offline capability. It clarifies the best practices for development and architecture that make it possible to create PWAs, promoting a better comprehension of the technical aspects supporting these apps. This study concludes by promoting PWAs' transformational potential in transforming the digital landscape. It emphasizes their function as a driving force behind providing exceptional user experiences that combine the finest aspects of mobile and online applications. PWAs are positioned to change web development standards as they continue to develop and gain popularity. They provide organizations and users with an attractive alternative that puts accessibility, engagement, and efficiency first.

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