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Site Speed Perfection Is Overrated

We’ve all heard it: your website’s loading speed is critical. It impacts SEO, discoverability, user experience, and conversion rate. Yet, chasing the ultimate speed score feels like a never-ending grind. Finding the right areas to optimize can be more crucial than achieving a perfect score. So, how valuable is it, really? Recently, a client asked ...

Fluid Typography and Grid Systems

I’ve been experimenting with a new approach to fluid typography and responsive grid systems lately using just a single clamp() function in CSS. This method is all about simplicity and scalability. By setting the body text size with clamp(), everything else scales proportionally using relative units. It’s like giving your browser a flexible canvas that ...

Why WordPress

People often claim WordPress is outdated for SMBs in 2024. They’re wrong. In fact, businesses not using WordPress are missing out on a powerhouse platform. It’s not just another option – it’s the go-to solution for most SMBs looking to thrive online. While e-commerce brands might consider alternatives like Shopify, WordPress dominates across nearly every ...

Building a Basic Dark Mode Toggle with Vanilla JS and Browser Storage

Dark mode is a practical feature that can reduce eye strain and make browsing more comfortable. In this post, I’ll show you how to create a simple dark mode toggle using vanilla JavaScript and browser storage. It’s quick, efficient, and enhances user experience by remembering their preferences. To use this dark mode toggle, add a ...

Stop Overthinking Your Logo

When clients ask for a logotype that explains their business, I get it – they think it’s crucial. But here’s the real deal: a brandmark doesn’t need to spell out your entire story to be successful. In fact, many of the world’s most iconic logos don’t tell a story at all. They’re simply recognizable signatures ...

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