HTTP/3: From root to tip

This post details the evolution of the HTTP protocol, culminating in the development of HTTP/3. It explains how HTTP/3 is built upon the QUIC transport protocol and traces the lineage of web protocols from HTTP/0.9 through HTTP/1.1 and HTTP/2. The post highlights the standardization process within the IETF and the importance of 'rough consensus and running code' in developing internet standards, providing context for the development of HTTP/3 as a significant advancement in web performance.