Thoughts on building software that lasts
Insights on web development, design, Laravel, the TALL stack, and building software that matters.
Build Integrations You Can Walk Away From
A Laravel WhatsApp package hides two backends behind one interface. That design choice separates integrations you control from ones your vendor controls.
Why Every AI Startup Site Looks the Same (and When Yours Should Too)
A parody component library of startup design tropes hit 900+ points on Hacker News. The uncomfortable part: the tropes work. Here's how to decide which ones belong on your site.
Big Brands Are Going Scruffy in 2026. Should You?
The 'Imperfect by Design' trend is everywhere this year. Here's when handmade, raw branding works for a small business — and when it'll quietly cost you customers.
The Client Brief Template
A one-page PDF that helps you clarify your project before you talk to any developer. Covers goals, audience, scope, budget, and timeline. Fewer surprises, better outcomes.
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