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Build a Simple PWA in 15 Minutes (Step-by-Step)
Service workers, manifest file, offline support — a beginner-friendly, fastest tutorial to build a Progressive Web App (PWA) you can install and test in ~15 minutes. No frameworks required: plain HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Updated: November 2025 • Author: MaxonCodes Info! This guide focuses on a minimal, practical PWA that adds a manifest, registers a service worker, caches assets, supports offline fallback, and prompts install — all in one small project. Follow the exact steps and you'll have a working PWA in about 15 minutes. What you'll build — TL;DR We’ll create a tiny app with: index.html (UI + registration code) manifest.json (app metadata) service-worker.js (caching + offline) icons (few sizes) and HTTPS friendly hosting Result: a site that loads instantly from cache, works offline, and can be installed on phones & desktops as a PWA. Why PWAs matter (short) Progressive Web Apps combine best of web + native: fast load, offline capability, installable, and engageable via push not…
