Explore the history and evolution of Promises in JavaScript in this 19-minute conference talk from ng-conf. Delve into the origins of Promises, which may predate many developers' careers, and gain insights into their significance in modern web development. Learn how Promises have transformed asynchronous programming and error handling in JavaScript, and discover their impact on the Angular framework. Understand the key concepts, best practices, and common pitfalls associated with using Promises in your projects. By the end of this talk, you'll have a deeper appreciation for the role of Promises in JavaScript and how they continue to shape the landscape of web development.