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How to Implement Glassmorphism Design on Your Website
Glassmorphism has become one of the most popular design trends in recent years, and for good reason. The sleek and translucent frosted glass...
Map vs FlatMap in JavaScript: A Developer's Guide
If you've been writing JavaScript for a while, you've probably used `map()` countless times. But have you ever run into a situation where `m...
5 Vibe Coding Vulnerabilities Every Developer Should Be Aware Of
"Vide Coding" is one of the latest trends in automated software development following in the footsteps of the "no code" era. And for the mos...
How to Safely Accept File Uploads in C# Web Apps
Letting users upload files to your website sounds simple, until someone tries to upload malware, a massive 5GB dump, or something with a sha...
How to Configure Your Vite Config File
Published on: 7/23/2025 - 6 min read
How to Configure Your Vite Config File
Vite's configuration system is refreshingly straightforward compared to other build tools, but there's still plenty to know when you want to...
CPU vs RAM: Which Matters More for Software Development?
If you're shopping for a development machine or trying to decide where to spend your upgrade budget, you've probably found yourself staring ...
The Top Command Line Commands That Every Windows Developer Should Know
Whether you're just starting your coding journey or you've been at it for years, mastering the Windows command line is one of those skills t...
Kiro IDE: A Fresh Take on AI-Powered Development
Published on: 7/16/2025 - 6 min read
Kiro IDE: A Fresh Take on AI-Powered Development
The AI coding space just got an interesting new approach thanks to Amazon. [Kiro IDE](https://kiro.dev/) launched as what they're calling a ...
How to Check for Memory Leaks in JavaScript
Published on: 7/15/2025 - 5 min read
How to Check for Memory Leaks in JavaScript
Memory leaks are one of those bugs that are critical in nature and difficult to detect. Unlike a syntax error that breaks everything immedia...
Micro-optimizations in JavaScript: Do They Actually Matter?
I've been writing JavaScript for over 2 decades, and I've seen countless debates about micro-optimizations. Should you use `for` loops inste...
Configuring Vite Aliases for Cleaner Import Paths
Published on: 7/12/2025 - 5 min read
Configuring Vite Aliases for Cleaner Import Paths
One of the most annoying aspects of working with a large-scale application is dealing with an array of import statements on each and every c...
Public vs Src Assets: When to Use Each Approach in Vite
If you've been working with Vite for a while, you've probably noticed there are two main places to put your assets: the `public` folder and ...
When to Use Index Files vs Named Exports in Vite Projects
If you've been building React apps with Vite, you've probably run into this question: Should I create an `index.ts` file to export everythin...
How to Actually Write Code on Your Tablet
Published on: 7/7/2025 - 4 min read
How to Actually Write Code on Your Tablet
For the past several years, I've had the Galaxy Tab S7 open on my desk almost 24/7. It's a solid little device that can pretty much do anyth...
Top 3 JavaScript Game Engines to Use in 2025
The JavaScript gaming landscape has evolved dramatically, transforming from simple browser experiments to sophisticated, console-quality exp...
How to Crop an Image Before Upload in JavaScript
Letting users crop their images before uploading improves both user experience and backend efficiency. Whether it’s a profile picture, produ...
Smash Toad Studios Serves Up Cranked-Up Chaos in New Playdate Game, Say When!
Indie duo Smash Toad Studios is proud to announce the release of their latest title, [Say When!](https://smashtoadstudios.itch.io/say-when),...
You Can Still Succeed Without a FAANG Job
Published on: 6/23/2025 - 5 min read
You Can Still Succeed Without a FAANG Job
After more than two decades as a professional software developer, I've never set foot inside a FAANG company. When I taught at a coding boot...
Creating a Custom Color Picker Tool Using the EyeDropper API
The **EyeDropper API** is one of the most user-friendly and visually engaging new Web APIs available today. It allows web applications to op...
How to Use Environment Variables in Vite the Right Way
Vite makes it easy to use environment variables, but there’s a right way to do it, especially if you’re building for production, deploying t...