Introduction to Core Web Vitals
Understand what Core Web Vitals are, why they are important for SEO, and how they relate to user perception.
Meet Core Web Vitals!
Core Web Vitals are a set of specific metrics that Google uses to measure the user experience of a webpage. Think of them as key health indicators for your website's performance.
They focus on three main aspects: loading speed, interactivity, and visual stability. These vitals help ensure users have a smooth and enjoyable experience when visiting your site.
Google's Focus on User Experience
Google introduced Core Web Vitals because user experience (UX) is crucial. Websites that provide a poor UX often see users leave quickly, which isn't good for anyone.
By standardizing these metrics, Google encourages web developers to build faster, more stable, and more responsive websites. This ultimately benefits both users and site owners.
All lessons in this course
- Introduction to Core Web Vitals
- LCP, FID, CLS Deep Dive
- Improving User Interaction Metrics
- Interaction to Next Paint (INP)