Striking the Balance in Software Development
When it comes to software development, there’s always that internal tug-of-war between under-engineering and over- engineering a project. I’ve been on both sides of that rope b
Why Taking Time to Explain Makes All the Difference
Why bother making a post to explain something that seems so basic? Who even cares? Surprisingly, a lot of people do. What might seem simple or obvious to one person can be fascinat
Meshamorphosis: Revolutionising 3D Model Conversion
As creators of web-based applications, we are continually faced with the challenges and advantages of technological advancement. For those in the team working with 3D models, c
Why We Sometimes Make Coding Harder (and How to Stop)
Let’s be honest—software development is complicated. It’s just the nature of the job. Bugs pop up when you least expect them, deadlines are always tight, and modern software
Stop Hoarding Tasks!
No matter which project management tool you prefer—YouTrack, Asana, Trello, or something else—they all share a common trait: adding new tasks is simple. The tricky part is comp
Learning from Failing Fast
“Fail fast” is a phrase that gets tossed around often—and for good reason. In many situations, it makes total sense. A big part of the problem with failure is that it
Microservices or Monolith? Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All in Software Development
Following the recommended methods and techniques may seem like common sense to many. It’s only natural to strive for excellence in software development. Adhering to accepted
Don’t be afraid of Technical Debt
Developers usually aim to keep technical debt as low as possible when building software—some even shoot for “zero” technical debt. However, it’s important to re
Handling Inevitable Failures and Bugs
All software systems are going to fail at some point. It’s just the way it is. Even the most prominent companies don’t promise 100% uptime. Instead, they talk about the
The Art of Web Design Composition
As someone who has come into digital design from a fine art, photography, and print background, I’ve been interested in how traditional compositional devices translate onto t