Beyond setTimeout: How the DOM Scheduling API Elevates Asynchronous JavaScript
setTimeout and friends get the job done - sometimes. When you need predictable, prioritized, and cooperative scheduling for complex UI and background work, the DOM Scheduling API (Task Scheduling API) provides a modern, more efficient toolset. This article explains the limits of traditional timers, how the Scheduling API changes the game, practical patterns, fallbacks, and real-world guidance for adoption.