Performance as a Feature, Not an Afterthought
[Example] Why static generation and minimal JavaScript create better reader experiences — and better business outcomes.
Example Author
[Example Author]
[Example introduction] Every millisecond of load time costs you readers. Astro’s static-first approach means Chronicle pages ship as HTML — fast, accessible, and SEO-friendly.
The JavaScript budget
Animations enhance experience, but they should never block content. Chronicle loads Lenis, GSAP, Motion, anime.js, and Three.js progressively — only where they add value.
Mobile-first reality
[Example text] Over 60% of blog traffic comes from mobile devices. Every component in Chronicle is tested for:
- Adequate line height (descenders fully visible)
- Touch-friendly tap targets (minimum 44px)
- No horizontal overflow
- Solid, readable mobile navigation
Lighthouse targets
Aim for 90+ across Performance, Accessibility, Best Practices, and SEO. Chronicle’s architecture makes this achievable out of the box.
Summary
[Example text] Fast sites respect readers’ time. Chronicle is built to be fast by default.