Explore the evolution of web development and the potential of WebGL for UI in this 43-minute conference talk by Rik Arends. Delve into the journey of a seasoned web developer who has witnessed the transformation of browsers from IE3 to Chrome 52. Discover how the limitations of HTML led to the exploration of WebGL's possibilities, resulting in innovative projects such as a JavaScript trace debugger, a compile-to-JavaScript language, and a live coding prototyping framework. Learn about Makepad, the latest iteration in this WebGL-focused direction, and gain insights into the progress and lessons learned throughout this developmental journey. Gain valuable knowledge about multi-threaded JavaScript and its implementation within Makepad, offering a fresh perspective on modern web development techniques and tools.