CONCLUSION

I’m a high-minded idealist about the web. I believe in supporting accessibility, web standards, and openness, because I believe these principles define this medium. The web isn’t print or television—it’s a medium unto itself, and availability to everyone is what makes it great.

I’m also a pragmatist about the web. I’ve seen enough teams struggle with limited resources and tight deadlines to know that my idealism only goes so far. I’m sympathetic to organizations that are overwhelmed by the constant pace of change in digital media, fed up with the endless demands of keeping up with new technology.

How lucky, then, to be able to advocate for responsive design—an approach that satisfies both my practical and idealistic sides.

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