Category: Website Development
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Google’s Chrome page has one of the worst scrolling experiences I’ve seen recently
Analyzing the Recent User Experience Challenges with Google Chrome’s Scrolling Behavior In the evolving landscape of web browsing, smooth and responsive scrolling remains a cornerstone of user satisfaction. However, recent user feedback highlights notable concerns regarding the scrolling experience on Google Chrome’s desktop platform, particularly on Linux systems. User Experience Concerns with Chrome’s Scrolling Dynamics…
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What’s the best and reliable way to achieve Link Previews?
Enhancing User Experience with Reliable Link Previews in WordPress: A Cost-Effective Approach In today’s digital landscape, providing rich link previews significantly improves user engagement and comprehension. Whether it’s for a blog, a social platform, or a project similar to Notion or WhatsApp, generating comprehensive link previews can make your content more interactive and informative. Understanding…
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Company sends me a suspicious “take-home assignment”
Evaluating a Suspicious Take-Home Coding Assignment from a Real Estate AI Startup In the competitive landscape of tech recruitment, it’s not uncommon for companies to request coding assignments to assess candidates’ skills. However, occasionally, such requests raise red flags regarding legitimacy and potential exploitation. Recently, a job seeker received a take-home assignment from a company…
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[WordPress/Tailwind CSS] Cannot get Vimeo
Achieving Responsive Vimeo Videos that Perfectly Cover Their Container in WordPress with Tailwind CSS Introduction Embedding videos that responsively cover their container without black bars or unwanted letterboxing is a common challenge in Web Design, especially when working with dynamic content and custom themes. This challenge becomes more complex when dealing with Vimeo iframe embeds…
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Building a real-time idea voting app in one day with Next.js + Supabase
Developing a Real-Time Idea Voting Platform in a Day Using Next.js and Supabase In the fast-paced world of web development, creating functional prototypes swiftly can provide invaluable insights into system design and user interaction. Recently, I embarked on a one-day project to build a minimal viable product (MVP) for a community-driven idea board. This platform…
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I created StatePulse — a completely free, open source platform tracking legislation and representatives across all fifty states + U.S. Congress
Introducing StatePulse: A Free and Open Source Platform for Legislative Tracking Across the United States Understanding the intricacies of legislation and representatives across all fifty states, as well as Congress, can be a daunting task for everyday citizens. Recognizing this challenge, I developed StatePulse, a completely free, open source platform designed to make legislative information…
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Anyone else end up with way more React architecture than planned?
Navigating Over-Engineering in Real-Time Multiplayer Game Development with React Embarking on the journey to develop a multiplayer game often begins with simplicity: establishing a WebSocket connection and exchanging messages. However, as features expand and complexity grows, it’s common to find yourself constructing a more elaborate architecture than initially anticipated. This phenomenon, sometimes called over-engineering, can…
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I made a website using nextjs to compare smartphones using AI
Introducing a Feature-Rich Platform for Smartphone Comparisons Powered by AI In the ever-evolving landscape of mobile technology, consumers often find themselves overwhelmed by the multitude of options available. To address this challenge, I have developed a comprehensive website designed to simplify the decision-making process by leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to compare smartphones across various criteria.…
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Need Ideas: Designing an Interactive Website for My Quantum Computing Club
Creating an Engaging and Futuristic Website for Your Quantum Computing Club: Inspiration and Design Ideas In the digital age, a university club’s website serves as a vital platform to showcase your community, share upcoming events, and attract new members. When it comes to a Quantum Computing Club, leveraging innovative design and interactive elements can truly…