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The complete collection of writing, videos, experiments, ideas, and assorted rabbit holes.
2026-05-04
How a Video Can Transform a Business’s Online Presence
A real example of how video can elevate a small business, build trust, and create a stronger digital presence without overcomplicating the process.
2026-02-16
The Video SEO Trifecta: How to Use YouTube for Business SEO
A simple system that connects video, blog content, and structured data to strengthen your digital presence and build long-term authority.
03 May 2025
Showing Up for the Process
I used to think ideas were enough. Turns out, it takes a weekly system, quiet structure, and a few hard shifts to actually get things done.
23 Apr 2025
Sometimes I Doubt Your Commitment to Framer Motion
A developer’s deep dive into Framer Motion, layout animations, and why trusting height: 'auto' might just change the way you build UI forever. Inspired by Donnie Darko, frustration, and the thrill of things that just work.
30 Mar 2025
A CallBack, Modulo, and setInterval Walk into a Bar...
How I learned to cycle words in React without using a loop. Learn how to cycle through an array in React using setInterval, a state callback, and the modulo (%) operator. A practical walkthrough for handling timed updates without using traditional loops.
07 Jan 2025
Closure on the Concept of JavaScript Closures
Learn about JavaScript closures. This post covers what closures are, provides clear examples, breaks down complex concepts, and explains why closures are an essential part of any JavaScript developer's toolkit.
06 Nov 2024
Reflections on Being American: November 6, 2024
Reflecting on American identity and values in 2024, this personal post explores the complexity of feeling disconnected in a divided nation after the recent election. A candid look at what it means to belong, hope, and navigate a sense of home amid political and cultural shifts.
06 Sep 2024
Who's Serving Who? The Code vs. The Machine
Unravel the confusion around servers in web development. Discover the difference between physical and software servers, with humorous analogies and practical insights. Perfect for developers curious about how servers truly work.
23 Aug 2024
Build a Continent/Country Selector with GraphQL and React
In this tutorial, we'll walk through the process of building a simple React app that allows users to select a continent from a dropdown menu and display the corresponding countries in that continent. We will use Vite, a fast frontend build tool, to set up our React project. Additionally, we'll leverage GraphQL to fetch the data dynamically, making our app flexible and efficient.
16 Jul 2024
Shelley, Darling, Light of my Life...
Reflecting on Shelley Duvall’s legacy, let's explore her complex performance in ’The Shining,’ her experience on set with Stanley Kubrick, and acknowledging the depth and dedication behind her performances... or not?
14 Jul 2024
Do You Even Dynamic Link Bro?
Explore the differences between query stringing and dynamic linking in Next.js. Learn about the challenges with query stringing in React and Apache servers, and discover the benefits of dynamic linking for cleaner, SEO-friendly URLs and simplified navigation
1 Jul 2024
Is That a Hive Mind, or are You Just Happy to See Me...
Hive mentality, also known as groupthink, is a phenomenon where individuals follow group decision-making, often losing personal autonomy. This concept is famously explored in the classic sci-fi film The Invasion of the Body Snatchers. Explore how hive mentality affects our daily lives and whether it can lead to positive collective changes, such as the growing trend of non-alcoholic options in the restaurant industry. Dive into the balance between individual choice and group influence, and reflect on whether we are all part of a hive mind.
27 Jun 2024
Hello World: Starting a Blog, Next.JS, and AWS Amplify
Welcome to my blog! In this first post, I share my journey of starting a blog using Next.js and AWS Amplify. I discuss the robust features of Next.js, the ease of hosting with AWS Amplify, and my plans for future enhancements like adding a database. Join me as I dive deep into these technologies and share my learnings as a developer.