Smooth Scrolling in Next.js
How to add buttery smooth scrolling to a Next.js app using Lenis, GSAP ScrollTrigger, and Locomotive Scroll. The tradeoffs, the setup, and when you actually need it.
Blogs
All the topics I've covered. I write about React, Next.js, TypeScript, databases, AI/ML, cloud deployment, performance optimization, and system design.
The Physics Behind Natural Motion
Move beyond duration-based animations. Learn how spring physics creates motion that responds, adapts, and feels genuinely natural. The secret behind iOS's fluid interactions.
Virtualized Lists in React
Learn how virtualized lists work in React, why they are important for performance, and how to build a simple virtualized list from scratch
Database Transaction Internals
Deep dive into how database transactions work under the hood. Understand ACID properties, isolation levels, locking mechanisms, and implementation across PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB
Static Site Generation in Next.js
Master SSG and SSR in Next.js with practical examples. Learn when to use each rendering method and see the performance differences in action
SEO for Next.js Portfolio
Discover the exact SEO strategies that helped my Next.js website rank at the top of Google search results using SSG, dynamic metadata, and Open Graph optimization
Deploying on Coolify
Learn how to deploy a full portfolio stack with Coolify, featuring Postgres, Redis, and a Next.js app on a single server
Contact Form with Resend
Learn how to build a contact form with seamless email delivery using Resend email API in your Next.js application. Perfect for portfolio sites
Open Graph Images in Next.js
Learn how to enhance your Next.js app with dynamic Open Graph images to boost social media visibility and engagement
Prisma with PostgreSQL
Prisma ORM setup guide for PostgreSQL with Node.js and TypeScript, includes step-by-step instructions for efficient, type-safe database operations
Image Gallery with PhotoSwipe
Easily add animated image zoom to your React app using PhotoSwipe library for stunning image galleries
Context Menu in React
Guide to creating a custom context menu in React using react-contexify for enhanced user experience
Scroll Indicator with Framer Motion
Learn how to create a dynamic horizontal scroll percentage indicator using React and Framer Motion for a more interactive portfolio website
VSCode in Your Browser
Guide on setting up a VSCode Server in your browser using Docker
Typewriter Effect in React
Learn how to create a typewriter effect in React with this step-by-step guide. Engage your audience with nostalgic charm