Celebrating a Two-Year Journey to Create a Personal Website: Simplicity, Creativity, and Persistence
Building a website from concept to launch often takes longer than anticipated—especially when driven by passion and a desire for authenticity. After two years of dedicated effort, I am thrilled to unveil a personal project that embodies my vision of simplicity and creativity. This isn’t about complex technology or flashy features but about genuine expression and craftsmanship.
The Road to Creation: From Frustration to Fulfillment
Throughout the years, I possessed the skills and ideas needed to bring this site to life. However, I lacked the mindset and discipline to see it through. My previous experiences working within innovative companies—claiming to embrace new ideas—often ended with unmet expectations and internal conflicts. These frustrations fueled my decision: to build something solely for myself.
A Platform Designed for Authentic Expression
This website is a handcrafted space for the version of me eager to be seen and heard. It’s intentionally minimalistic, eschewing heavy tech dependencies in favor of a clean, straightforward approach. My goal was to step outside my comfort zone, challenge myself, and create something I can truly be proud of.
Technology at the Core
- Main Framework: Classic React.js
- Content Formatting: Markdown, styled for customization
- Additional Features: Procedural background generation (currently CPU-based, with plans to leverage WebGPU for enhanced performance)
- Theme Adaptability: Supports theme switching with attention to readability; still refining the cross-browser compatibility of visual effects
- Embedded PDFs: Powered by PDF.js, with ongoing efforts to better customize styling across platforms
- Easter Eggs & Personal Touches: Hidden surprises for visitors—feedback and discoveries welcomed
- Content Management: Posts are rendered as commit-like updates; future plans include exploring lightweight CMS options
- Design & Motion: Embraces dynamic visuals; considering a “low-motion” mode to improve accessibility for sensitive users
Reflections and Continuing Evolution
While the website remains a work in progress, its journey has been deeply rewarding. It’s a living project—glitchy at times, but genuine in its growth. I invite you to experience it and share how it resonates with you. Your feedback, whether praise or critique, helps shape what’s next.
You can explore the site here: ujjwalvivek.com
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