Training Your Eye for Motion
Why taste is the skill that separates good interfaces from great ones. Learn how to develop your intuition for animation, study the work of others, and build the judgment that AI can't replace.
Blogs
All the topics I've covered. I write about React, Next.js, TypeScript, databases, AI/ML, cloud deployment, performance optimization, and system design.
When to Animate and When to Skip
Not every interaction needs motion. Learn how frequency, duration, and context determine whether animation helps or hurts your interface. The difference between delight and frustration.
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.
The Psychology of Motion in UI
Discover why some animations feel natural while others feel off. Explore the brain's wiring for movement, the uncanny valley of UI, and when animation becomes harmful.
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
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
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
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