1. Reduce Request Latency ⏱️

  • Use CDN (Content Delivery Network)
    Distribute content globally to minimize distance between user and server.

    CDN Optimization
    [Learn more about CDN integration](/docs/cdn_setup)

  • Enable HTTP/2 or HTTP/3
    These protocols allow multiplexing and header compression, speeding up data transfer.

    HTTP3 Performance

2. Optimize Resource Loading 📦

  • Minify CSS/JS Files
    Remove unnecessary characters (spaces, comments) to reduce file size.

    Minify Resources

  • Lazy Load Images
    Load images only when they enter the viewport to improve initial page load speed.

    Lazy Loading Technique

3. Leverage Browser Caching 📥

  • Set Cache Headers
    Use Cache-Control and ETag to instruct browsers to store static assets locally.

    Browser Caching Headers

  • Implement Service Workers
    Cache critical resources for offline access and faster subsequent loads.

    Service Worker Cache

4. Enable Compression 📦

  • Gzip/Brotli Compression
    Compress text-based resources (HTML, CSS, JS) to reduce transmission size.

    Compression Techniques

  • Optimize Image Formats
    Use WebP or AVIF for images to balance quality and file size.

    Image Format Comparison

5. Monitor & Analyze Performance 📊

  • Use Lighthouse Tool
    Audit your site’s performance, accessibility, and SEO with Google Lighthouse.

    Lighthouse Performance Audit

  • Track Network Latency
    Tools like WebPageTest help identify bottlenecks in real-world scenarios.

    Network Latency Analysis

For advanced strategies, check our Caching Strategies Deep Dive guide. 🌐💡