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From Script Tag Soup to Modern Web Apps: How We’ve Evolved

From Script Tag Soup to Modern Web Apps: How We’ve Evolved

Back in the day, web development was all about getting something on the screen fast. The simplest way? Render your HTML on the server, slap some <script> tags at the bottom of the page, and let your JavaScript take over from there. This approach was affectionately (or not-so-affectionately)

Navigating the Sunset: Best Practices for Ending Open Source Projects

Navigating the Sunset: Best Practices for Ending Open Source Projects

In the fast-evolving world of open source, not every project lasts forever. Whether it’s due to shifting priorities, lack of resources, or technological advancements, there may come a time when you need to sunset a project. But how you handle this transition matters—for your users, contributors, and your

TanStack Query vs. SWR: A Comprehensive Guide for Next.js 15 Projects

TanStack Query vs. SWR: A Comprehensive Guide for Next.js 15 Projects

In the ever-evolving world of React and Next.js, developers often face tough choices when it comes to data fetching and caching solutions. For years, SWR has been a beloved choice for its simplicity and elegance. Recently, however, many developers (including some of my friends) have recommended a switch to

The Three Essential Skills for a Future-Proof Tech Career in the Age of AI

The Three Essential Skills for a Future-Proof Tech Career in the Age of AI

We’re living in an era where AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace. It’s natural to feel a bit overwhelmed by the speed of change. But here’s the truth: AI is not here to replace you, it’s here to empower you. The key is knowing

Unlocking YouTube Growth: How to Use ?sub_confirmation=1 to Boost Your Channel’s Subscribers

Unlocking YouTube Growth: How to Use ?sub_confirmation=1 to Boost Your Channel’s Subscribers

If you’re a YouTube content creator, you know how crucial it is to build your subscriber base. One simple yet highly effective method to encourage viewers to subscribe is by using a special query string appended to your channel URL. This powerful tool is ?sub_confirmation=1, and it

Good Design is a Signal That You Care

Good Design is a Signal That You Care

In the world of products—whether it’s a mobile app, a website, a physical gadget, or even a simple form—design is the first handshake between creator and user. It’s the subtle language that says: “I care about your experience.” When design is done thoughtfully, it doesn’t

Clean and Efficient: Grouping PHP use Statements

Clean and Efficient: Grouping PHP use Statements

When writing PHP code, especially in frameworks like Laravel or custom-built applications, we often find ourselves importing multiple classes from the same namespace. For example: use App\Models\User; use App\Models\Team; use App\Models\Project; This is clear and functional, but can it be cleaner? Absolutely! PHP offers