Writing

Notes from the build

Long-form thoughts on the craft of building software — what worked, what broke, and what I'd do differently.

CSSSeptember 12, 20257 min read

Building Glassmorphism That Actually Performs

Backdrop blur is gorgeous and expensive. Here is how I keep frosted-glass UIs at 60fps without melting laptops.

ArchitectureJuly 28, 20259 min read

The Case for Local-First Apps in 2025

Why I reach for CRDTs and offline-first architecture more often, and the trade-offs nobody warns you about.

DesignMay 4, 20256 min read

Designing With Motion, Not Just Decoration

A practical framework for using animation to communicate state, guide attention, and build trust.

AIFebruary 19, 20258 min read

Shipping AI Features Without the Hype

A pragmatic guide to adding genuinely useful AI to your product using the Vercel AI SDK.