All posts tagged #optimization

Tue, June 17, 2025

2 min read

Debugging Is More Than console.log!

From browser breakpoints to React and Redux DevTools, network inspectors, and mobile debuggers — here is how to track bugs faster.

#development #optimization #react #growth #self-improvement

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Sat, June 14, 2025

2 min read

Dependencies vs DevDependencies: Choose Wisely!

Plain-language tips to tell runtime libraries from dev tools, eight common cases, and a few checks that keep production installs fast and safe.

#development #optimization #app #team

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Thu, June 12, 2025

2 min read

Always Update State Through prev!

From React 18 batching to analytics counters and undo stacks — `setState(prev => …)` keeps data intact. Ten arguments, practical tips, and a reminder to make it second nature.

#react #development #optimization #growth #self-improvement #app

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Tue, June 10, 2025

2 min read

Freeze The Page When A Modal Opens

Users deserve to close a modal and land exactly where they started. Here are ten arguments for scroll locking plus practical tips for desktop and mobile.

#app #development #optimization #team #react

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Sun, June 8, 2025

2 min read

Keep Images Light: Match The Dimensions!

Uploading a 1224×1224 avatar for a 48×48 slot is a performance crime. Learn how to preset sizes, pick smart 2× backups, and keep Core Web Vitals green.

#optimization #app #development #react #customers

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Fri, June 6, 2025

2 min read

Slice React Components Into Bite-Sized Pieces

We had a 3k-line component with sliders, arrows, popups, and fetch logic jammed together. Here is a playbook for chopping it into focused modules and breathing again.

#development #optimization #team #growth #react

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Thu, June 5, 2025

2 min read

Name Your Conditions, Calm Your Logic!

A contractor dropped a 15-line if-statement in our codebase. We refactored it into speaking functions, added tests, and documented a checklist for taming complex conditions.

#development #optimization #team #react #app

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Wed, June 4, 2025

3 min read

Taming Magic Numbers With A Constants Toolbox!

I work on a product packed with timers, pricing coefficients, build flags, and notification windows. Here is how a constants module kills magic numbers, speeds up onboarding, and prevents guesswork.

#development #optimization #team #react #app

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Sun, June 1, 2025

2 min read

Reach for ref Instead of useState Whenever You Can!

Real-world cases where ref beats useState by avoiding extra renders, plus a checklist to choose the right hook.

#react #optimization #development #app

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Fri, May 30, 2025

3 min read

Not Flex Alone! Grids Are Power!

Many people fear Grid, especially young developers accustomed to Flexbox. In fact, Grid is a powerful tool that simplifies layout.

#development #optimization #app

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Mon, May 26, 2025

4 min read

Effective Code Review: Show, Don't Tell!

Good code review is when we don't just criticize, but show how to do better. Not just saying "this is wrong", but offering concrete solutions. How to achieve this?

#team #development #optimization

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Sat, May 24, 2025

3 min read

Alternative Libraries: Why It's Important Not to Get Stuck on One Solution?

We often get used to the same libraries, but the world around us is constantly changing. New solutions are becoming lighter, faster, and more convenient. Why is it important to always look for alternatives?

#optimization #app #development

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Fri, May 23, 2025

3 min read

"Good code documents itself"—and 5 other myths about comments

Many developers hate writing comments, considering them a waste of time. But what if I told you that the right comments can save your project and your team’s sanity? Let’s find out.

#react #optimization #team #development #app

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Wed, May 21, 2025

2 min read

Your React Site Crashed? Error Boundary to the Rescue!

If a single error in a component breaks your entire application, it's time to meet Error Boundaries. They are like an airbag for your React code.

#react #optimization #customers #app #development

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Tue, May 20, 2025

3 min read

Explaining the Same Thing Over and Over? Time to Create Instructions!

If you find yourself explaining the same things over and over, it’s a sure sign—it’s time to create instructions. In this article, we’ll explore how to turn repetitive answers into an effective tool that saves you time and nerves.

#development #app #team #optimization #business #leadership #career #management

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Mon, May 19, 2025

3 min read

Thinking About Storybook? When Your Project Really Needs It?

Storybook is a powerful tool for developing and testing UI components in isolation. But do you really need it? In this article, we’ll explore when its implementation is justified and when it’s better to go without it.

#development #app #optimization #react

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Sun, May 18, 2025

4 min read

Destructuring Props in React: Why It Matters?

One of the best ways to improve your React code is to use prop destructuring. It makes components cleaner, more reliable, and easier to understand. In this article, we’ll explore why it’s so important.

#react #development #app #optimization

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Fri, May 16, 2025

2 min read

Don't forget about scroll-behavior: smooth! A small CSS property for a big UX improvement

In a world where every detail matters, smooth scrolling is not a luxury, but a necessity. Learn how to make your site more lively and user-friendly with one simple property.

#app #react #optimization #clients

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Wed, May 14, 2025

4 min read

It’s time to optimize the images on your website. A complete guide to speeding up your site!

I’ve often seen images of 2-3 megabytes uploaded to a site. In this article, we’ll break down why this is killing your site and how to properly optimize images for maximum performance.

#optimization #development #app #react

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Tue, May 13, 2025

3 min read

CSS Reset: Why You Need It and How to Do It Right

Every developer has faced the issue of a website looking different in various browsers. This article explains how to solve this problem once and for all by resetting styles.

#app #development #optimization

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Sun, May 11, 2025

7 min read

Don't Forget About <details>! The Hidden Power of HTML: How <details> Transforms Static Pages into Interactive Interfaces?

One HTML tag can replace dozens of JavaScript lines. Uncovering the potential of <details> and <summary> for creating interactive interfaces.

#react #development #optimization

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Sat, May 10, 2025

1 min read

If you can work with two monitors (or three)

Eyesight, posture, productivity — all improve when you use two or three monitors. Let’s explore how and why.

#development #optimization #health

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Thu, May 8, 2025

6 min read

React.Fragment — salvation from div hell or how to stop polluting the DOM?

Stop breeding meaningless wrappers! Breaking down when Fragment is salvation, and when it is excess.

#react #development #app #optimization

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Wed, May 7, 2025

2 min read

DRY — is good, but not always!

You don’t always need to follow DRY. Sometimes it’s better to make three simple, clear components than one universal, untouchable one.

#app #development #team #optimization #react

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Wed, April 30, 2025

3 min read

Clean up project dependencies — speed up development and build!

Unused dependencies can slow down builds, increase application size and create security vulnerabilities. Let's figure out how to find and remove unnecessary ones, improving project performance.

#development #optimization #team #app #react

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Mon, April 28, 2025

2 min read

Checklists in Teams: Why They Matter and How to Implement Them?

Checklists are not bureaucracy — they're a growth tool. This article covers why they're important, how to build them, and includes 5+ examples for development, analytics, and design.

#team #development #optimization #management

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Sat, April 26, 2025

2 min read

Master Git — It's Easier Than You Think!

At interviews and at work, it's surprising how many people don't know Git. Let's fix that! 15 essential commands explained, plus tips for sharing knowledge with your team.

#development #leadership #team #optimization #growth #self-improvement

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Thu, April 24, 2025

2 min read

Check Before You Act: Don't Waste Your Efforts

Developers often want to improve, optimize, or rewrite things. But not everything that seems useful is actually necessary. Before spending hours or days — ask your team if it's worth it.

#development #optimization #team #app

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Mon, April 21, 2025

2 min read

?? vs || — Why Nullish Coalescing is Better for Default Values?

The ?? operator (nullish coalescing) is a safer alternative to || when setting default values. See real examples and learn when exactly to use ?? over ||.

#development #optimization #react #app

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Sat, April 19, 2025

2 min read

Be Careful with Inline Styles: Why It's a Bad Practice?

Inline styles are like fast food: convenient, but bad for your project's health. Let's explore when to avoid them and the rare cases where they're okay.

#development #react #optimization #app #team

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Fri, April 18, 2025

2 min read

Absolute Imports: How to Clean Up Your Project?

Absolute imports in React, Next.js and Vite help eliminate path hell. Here's how to set them up and why they're a must-have for any serious project.

#development #react #optimization #team #app

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Thu, April 17, 2025

2 min read

Analytics Events: Why Consistent Naming Matters?

click_button, buttonClick, btnClick... Then you open your analytics system and have no idea what's what. Time to agree on a standard. Let me show you how.

#analytics #development #app #team #marketing #optimization

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Wed, April 16, 2025

2 min read

Lazy loading images: how the loading attribute works?

Lazy loading of images is now built into the browser. No libraries or complex scripts needed. Here's how the loading attribute works, when to use it, and why it's a must-have for every site.

#development #app #optimization

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Tue, April 15, 2025

3 min read

If It Works – Don't Touch It! Why It's Not a Joke, but a Strategy?

The legendary principle 'if it works – don't touch it' sounds like a meme, but it has saved thousands of projects from collapse. Here's why leaving things alone is often the smartest choice.

#development #app #team #business #optimization

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Mon, April 14, 2025

2 min read

Set Up Prettier and ESLint — and Look Like a Pro!

Setting up Prettier and ESLint is like putting a toothbrush in your repo. Cleaner code, calmer team, fewer bugs. Here's why you need them and how to start.

#development #app #team #optimization

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Tue, April 8, 2025

2 min read

CSS Property Sorting: Why It Matters and How to Set It Up?

CSS property sorting is key to writing clean, maintainable styles. See examples, learn the benefits, and set up automatic sorting tools for your project.

#development #app #optimization

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Sun, April 6, 2025

2 min read

Remove Unused Trackers and Scripts — Speed Up Your Website!

Analytics and ad scripts can slow down your site, hurt SEO metrics, and cause errors. Learn which scripts to remove, how to identify them, and improve your website's performance.

#development #app #marketing #optimization

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