Improve Website Performance
Guide steps
Google PageSpeed Insights vs. Lighthouse
API Response Times: A Quick Guide to Improving Performance
How JavaScript Rendering Works and How to Use It Strategically
Serving Images in Next-Gen Formats
5 Key Strategies to Minimize Cumulative Layout Shift
5 Key Strategies for Reducing LCP Issues
[Guide] Core Web Vitals: What They Are and How to Improve Them
Dive into audits with tools like Lighthouse, address common issues like Cumulative Layout Shift, and improve load speeds and Core Web Vitals scores.
Optimizing website performance is essential for delivering good user experiences, but pinpointing and fixing issues isn’t always easy. This comprehensive guide tackles core web performance topics to help you analyze and enhance the speed of your site.
Starting with audits using tools like Lighthouse and PageSpeed Insights, we’ll identify common problems like Cumulative Layout Shift and Largest Contentful Paint (LCP). You’ll learn how factors like API response times, image optimization, and web fonts impact load speeds and experience. We’ll explore how implementing structured data, optimizing images for next-gen formats, and following SEO best practices can improve performance.
We’ll cover solutions for real-world problems like fixing LCP issues, and you’ll be equipped with everything you need to address poor Core Web Vitals scores. Follow along as we debug performance issues with actionable tips and metrics-driven guidance, to help your site load faster. This guide aims to give you the knowledge to deliver a great user experience.
FAQ
How to measure the performance of a website?
Measure website performance by analyzing load times, server response times, and optimizing resource sizes. Utilize tools like Google PageSpeed Insights, GTmetrix, and WebPageTest to identify and address issues.
What is a good website performance score?
A good website performance score is typically 90 or above on tools like Google PageSpeed Insights or GTmetrix. It reflects optimized load times, efficient rendering, and responsive server interactions.
What is website performance optimization?
Website performance optimization involves improving site speed, ensuring server efficiency, and enhancing user experience by minimizing load times, compressing files, optimizing images, and implementing caching solutions. Use diagnostic tools to identify areas for improvement.