Web Performance Optimization Guide

Improving the performance of your website is crucial for providing a great user experience. Here are some key strategies to optimize your web performance:

1. Minimize HTTP Requests

• Use CSS sprites to combine multiple images into one.
• Inline small images directly into your HTML.
• Reduce the number of CSS and JavaScript files.

2. Use Compression

• Enable Gzip or Brotli compression on your server.
• Compress images using tools like TinyPNG or ImageOptim.

3. Optimize Images

• Use appropriate image formats (JPEG, PNG, WebP).
• Resize images to the dimensions they will be displayed at.
• Use lazy loading for images and videos.

4. Leverage Browser Caching

• Set appropriate cache-control headers for static resources.
• Use ETags to validate cached resources.

5. Minify CSS and JavaScript

• Remove unnecessary characters from your code.
• Use tools like UglifyJS or CSSNano.

6. Prioritize Above-the-Fold Content

• Load critical above-the-fold content first.
• Use asynchronous loading for non-critical resources.

7. Use a Content Delivery Network (CDN)

• Distribute your content across multiple servers around the world.
• Reduce latency and improve load times.

8. Monitor Your Website's Performance

• Use tools like Google PageSpeed Insights, Lighthouse, and GTmetrix.
• Regularly test your website's performance and make improvements.

For more information on web performance optimization, check out our Web Performance Optimization Best Practices.

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