In this year’s first Coder’s Corner, we’re diving into the biggest tech trends set to shape the industry in the coming months. Web development is in for some big shifts—Temporal API is expected to become a standard across all browsers, Vanilla CSS is making a strong comeback, and AI is set to play an even bigger role in how we build web applications.
But it’s not just about predictions—there are exciting updates already rolling out. Elementor 3.27 now supports local Google Fonts, a new grid layout, and YouTube Shorts integration. Testers can simplify their workflow with testRigor, a no-code automation tool, while developers will love Trae AI, a game-changing IDE with real-time AI-powered assistance.
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Web Development Predictions for 2025
Ján Hažinčák
Developer
The beginning of the year is always filled with predictions about how the industry will evolve in the coming months. One episode of the Syntax podcast on YouTube caught my attention, as it focused on predictions for web development in 2025. The most entertaining part of these episodes comes at the end of the year when they look back to evaluate how accurate—or completely off—their forecasts were.
The podcast covered a variety of potential trends, ranging from CSS jokes to the possibility of a new CMS system. However, these predictions stood out to me the most:
Temporal API Will Be Available in All Browsers
Anyone who has worked with JavaScript knows that handling dates is tricky. The JavaScript Date object comes with numerous limitations, such as lack of built-in support for time zones, missing simple functions for date manipulation, inconsistent parsing across browsers, and mutability issues.
The Temporal API aims to solve these problems by providing a modern approach to working with dates and time. It is expected to be supported in all major browsers by the end of 2025. This new API offers robust time zone handling and a wide range of practical functions, significantly improving the developer experience.
The Return of Vanilla CSS and Support for Mixins & Functions
Another prediction is the return of Vanilla CSS and a gradual shift away from CSS preprocessors like Sass, Less, and Stylus. By 2025, CSS will have enough built-in features to meet the demands of modern projects.
One particularly interesting feature is CSS mixins and functions, which are not yet natively supported. However, browser support for these features is expected to arrive soon, further reducing the need for preprocessors.
AI in Web Development
The rapid growth of AI is expected to continue, but instead of just improving model performance, the focus will shift toward better integration of existing tools. A key example is advanced text-to-UI tools, which will make prototyping applications even easier—directly from text inputs.
Additionally, we can expect more on-device AI capabilities. Technologies like WebGPU will allow AI models to run directly in browsers or on users’ devices, eliminating the need for constant server communication. These innovations could expand the capabilities of web applications while also improving performance.
Other Predictions from the Syntax Podcast
- A New CMS from Laravel – Laravel may enter the CMS market, either by launching a new system or acquiring an existing one.
- React Server Components – This technology could revolutionize how we write universal components that work seamlessly on both the server and client.
- Web Components Going Mainstream – Libraries like Web Awesome may help push web components into the mainstream.
With so many exciting innovations on the horizon, 2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year for web development. However, we’ll have to wait until the end of the year to see just how accurate these predictions turn out to be.
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Elementor 3.27 – Local Google Fonts, New Grid Layout, and YouTube Shorts Support
Mikuláš Žačok
Visual Content Creator
Another month, another Elementor 3.27 update—this time bringing advanced grid layout options, local Google Fonts loading, performance optimizations, YouTube Shorts support, accessibility improvements, and more.
For me, the biggest highlight of this update is the ability to load Google Fonts locally. Instead of relying on external sources, Elementor now allows you to serve fonts directly from your server. This not only improves website performance but also enhances user privacy and resolves long-standing GDPR concerns, as no user data is shared with Google. When a page is saved or first loaded, Elementor automatically downloads and stores the necessary font files locally.
Another major improvement is the enhanced Grid layout options. Users can now precisely define how much space a widget or container occupies within a row or column, offering greater design flexibility.
Additionally, Elementor now fully supports embedding YouTube Shorts, allowing seamless integration of vertical videos into your designs.
One of the most exciting new features is AI Motion Effects—a tool within Elementor that leverages artificial intelligence to create animations. With simple text prompts, users can easily generate dynamic animations, making it a powerful tool for interactive design.
As always, Elementor continues to optimize its code and improve accessibility, including support for YouTube video captions to enhance user experience.
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TestRigor: Simplify Automated Testing Without Coding
Simona Ignácz
QA
Automated testing is growing in popularity, but for manual testers, making the transition to automation can be challenging. TestRigor is a tool designed to automate tests without requiring programming skills.
What Makes TestRigor Stand Out?
- Codeless Automation
Manual tests can be quickly converted into automated ones without writing complex scripts. Test scenarios are written in plain English using basic commands from the documentation, making it accessible to non-programmers.
- Cross-Platform Support
TestRigor supports testing for web, mobile, and desktop applications, as well as APIs, ensuring flexibility across different platforms. - AI-Powered Test Maintenance
By leveraging machine learning, TestRigor automatically analyzes applications, detects changes, and keeps tests up to date, reducing the need for manual maintenance. - Integration with Jira, Slack, and GitHub
Test results can be tracked, managed, and shared directly within popular project management and collaboration tools. - CI/CD Integration
Automated tests can be seamlessly integrated into the development pipeline, detecting errors as soon as they occur. - Closed Shadow DOM Automation
Interacting with closed Shadow DOM elements is often complex, but TestRigor simplifies the process with intuitive commands, eliminating the need for intricate coding. - Comprehensive Customer Support
TestRigor provides detailed documentation, webinars, live chat, and multi-channel support, ensuring users have access to the help they need.
Why Try TestRigor?
For manual testers or those new to automation, TestRigor offers an easy way to transition without coding experience. It allows users to focus on testing rather than writing complex scripts, making automation more accessible and efficient.
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Have You Tried Trae AI? A Revolutionary Approach to Coding
Gabriel Falis
Developer
Trae AI is a game-changing platform for developers, redefining the way applications are built. This adaptive AI-powered IDE offers a range of advanced features designed to streamline development workflows and boost productivity.
Key Features
Real-time AI Pair Programming
Trae AI provides live coding assistance, understanding the entire codebase and enabling seamless collaboration.Intelligent Task Decomposition
It automatically plans and executes workflows, simplifying the development process and saving valuable time.Context-Aware Suggestions
Going beyond basic auto-completion, Trae AI delivers highly relevant coding suggestions based on the current context.Multimodal AI Assistance
It accurately interprets and processes visual content, improving interaction with graphical elements in applications.
Currently, Trae AI is available exclusively for macOS users, but its potential to redefine modern software development is undeniable.
Find out more on the official Trae AI website.
Missed the November edition of Coder’s Corner? Read it here.