Authors
Justin Toupin
CEO
Yesterday we announced a local party celebrating Google's soon-to-be discontinued support for IE6. Now, thousands of Twitter posts later, with exposure on a few really big websites, we've obviously struck a chord (and maybe in some cases, a nerve) with internet lovers everywhere.
The Premise
Needless to say, IE6Funeral.com received more attention than anticipated. If you haven't seen it already, check out Twitter, Techcrunch, or The Washington Post. The premise is simple: Google will soon be discontinuing support for IE6 on at least some of its online services. We should commemorate the occasion.
The Funeral
In the days ahead, we'll be working to address the overwhelming response to the party funeral invitation. What we know so far is there will definitely be a casket, a body, and from all appearances, mourners a-plenty.
The Reality
Back in reality, we still develop websites that support IE6, along with every other browser. The extent to which we focus on IE6 is assessed on a project-by-project basis, and grounded in research on the relevant audiences and content.
While Google discontinuing support for IE6 has very little impact on the way we work, it does mark an important step in the evolution of the interwebs. It’s also a great excuse to get together with our local web design community.
In lieu of attending the party, please send flowers. And at the very least, please leave your remembrance.