Category: Website Development
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Web host – browswerweb.org is just gone as of yesterday?
Title: Sudden Outage of BrowswerWeb.org: An Unexpected Reminder of the Importance of Offsite Backups In the world of website management, stability and reliable hosting are paramount. Recently, I experienced a concerning incident that underscores just how vital these elements are. While working on a routine assessment for an old client’s website, I discovered that the…
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my CMS’ htaccess generator isn’t rewriting PHP to XML properly. can someone help me put in a different rule so my RSS feed resolves?
Optimizing .htaccess Rules for Accurate RSS Feed Rewrites: A Technical Guide Managing URL rewrites efficiently is crucial for ensuring seamless navigation and accurate content delivery in your website. When using custom content management systems (CMS) like CouchCMS, developers often rely on .htaccess rules to handle URL rewriting, especially for generating clean URLs and managing feeds…
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How do I implement a zoom-in for my javascript+css game?
Implementing a Smooth Zoom-In Effect for SVG-Based Web Games: Strategies and Best Practices Developing interactive web-based games using plain CSS, JavaScript, and SVGs offers a flexible and lightweight approach to creating engaging user experiences. When incorporating features like zooming into specific elements—such as buildings in a cityscape—it’s important to understand effective techniques to achieve smooth,…
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It seems I can no longer access Discourse through my mobile browser.
Title: Challenges Accessing Discourse via Mobile Browser and the Broader Implications In recent times, I’ve encountered a frustrating issue: I am no longer able to access Discourse forums through my mobile browser. This experience highlights a common predicament faced by users navigating the modern web—compatibility concerns that can hinder seamless access to certain websites. It’s…
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I built an all-in-one media gallery for React (slider + fullscreen + zoom/pan) — feedback welcome!
Introducing React Motion Gallery: A Comprehensive Media Gallery Solution for React Developers In the realm of web development, creating a versatile and user-friendly media gallery can be a complex task. For years, developers have resorted to piecing together various libraries—carousels, modals, zoom/pan tools—hoping to deliver a seamless experience. However, this approach often results in cobbled-together…
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Best Practice for Long-Running API Calls in Next.js Server Actions?
Optimizing Long-Running API Calls in Next.js Server Actions Within Serverless Environments In modern web development, integrating external APIs that require substantial processing time can pose significant architectural challenges, especially when deploying on serverless platforms. For developers working with Next.js 15 and serverless hosting providers like Vercel, understanding the constraints and best practices for handling lengthy…
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I hacked my bedroom lights to talk to Google Fit. If I haven’t moved in 2 hours, it flashes angry red until I get up.
Enhancing Home Automation: Connecting Bedroom Lighting with Google Fit The world of home automation continually offers innovative ways to personalize and enhance our living spaces. Recently, I embarked on a project that combines fitness data with smart lighting to create a more interactive and health-conscious environment in my bedroom. This article details my experience of…
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Twenty20 Plugin Slider Visible but Images Not Showing – JS/CSS Conflict in Custom Theme?
Understanding and resolving JavaScript and CSS conflicts in WordPress themes can be challenging, especially when working with third-party plugins like Twenty20. Below is a professional, comprehensive blog article rephrased from your Reddit post, focusing on diagnosing and resolving the issue with the Twenty20 slider images not displaying due to potential conflicts. Troubleshooting Twenty20 Slider: Images…
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Shipping a tiny, no-login “mood reset” tool — would you keep it this small?
Developing a Compact, No-Login Mood Reset Tool: Is Its Minimalism Effective? In the fast-paced digital landscape, simplicity often proves to be a powerful feature—especially when it comes to mental health tools. Recently, I developed Dailymoji, a straightforward online journal designed to help users quickly log their emotions without the fuss of sign-ins or complex interfaces.…