App Building & Devintermediate
PWA
Progressive Web App
Definition
A web app that can be installed on a device like a native app, works offline, sends push notifications, and opens in its own window without a browser bar.
Why it matters
PWAs give web apps the feel of native mobile/desktop apps without requiring App Store submissions. They load faster, work offline, and dramatically increase engagement and retention.
Example
A founder's dashboard is a PWA. Users on mobile tap "Add to Home Screen" and it opens like an app, offline access, push reminders, and no browser chrome in sight.
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