I write about web development, design, and other tech-related topics. Here are some of my latest articles.
The principles we use to build reliable software systems map surprisingly well onto how societies function and fail. Design for failure not virtue, keep coupling loose, make guardrails adjustable, and invest in observability above almost everything else.
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Not all code deserves a unit test. Writing tests just to reach an arbitrary coverage percentage is a waste of time. This article questions the obsession with coverage metrics and argues for meaningful, targeted testing instead.
The package.json file defines the project's dependencies, scripts, versioning, and even how it should be executed, among other things.
Quality attributes are the cornerstone of software architecture. They define the characteristics that determine the overall quality of a system. In this article, we'll explore the key quality attributes that every software architect should consider when designing a system.
Web accessibility ensures that people with disabilities can perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with websites and tools. It's not just the right thing to do; in many cases, it's the law.
The JavaScript Event Loop is what allows JavaScript to be so versatile. It's the reason your web browser doesn't freeze while loading a big image, or why you can type in a chat box while receiving messages..