<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Blaming JavaScript for slow web apps is a common misconception among developers.Performance issues often stem from coding practices, memory management, and understanding the engine.Rather than blaming the language, developers should focus on optimizing code and understanding bottlenecks.Improper DOM manipulation, memory leaks, and inefficient algorithms are common culprits for slow apps.Taking responsibility for code performance and mastering tools are key to becoming a better developer.