2025

React 19: New Features, Improvements and Best PracticesJan 06 · 6 minReact 19, released in December 2024, made async work a first-class part of React with Actions, new hooks, ref as a prop and built-in document metadata. This guide covers what is new in React 19, working code for each feature, and what the 19.2 and 19.3 releases added since.Getting Started with Prisma and Neon: A Step-by-Step Setup TutorialJan 05 · 4 minIn the world of modern application development, managing your database effectively is as critical as writing clean code. Developers today are looking for solutions that are powerful, flexible, and easy to integrate into their workflows. Prisma and Ne...Dotfiles: The Secret Weapon for Effortless Configuration ManagementJan 04 · 4 minAs a developer, there’s nothing more satisfying than setting up a new machine and having all your favorite tools and settings ready to go in minutes. That’s where dotfiles come in a developer’s best-kept secret for managing and syncing configurations...Data Structures and Algorithms: Why Every Developer Should Learn ThemJan 02 · 5 minIn the world of software development, algorithms and data structures are the backbone of efficient programming. While many developers focus on learning the latest frameworks or languages, mastering algorithms and data structures can give you a deeper...Freelance Invoicing: 5 Common Mistakes and How to Fix ThemJan 01 · 4 minInvoicing is a critical part of freelancing, yet it’s often overlooked or mismanaged. Mistakes in this area can delay payments, strain client relationships, and disrupt your cash flow. Below are five common invoicing mistakes freelancers make and act...

2024

Letting Go: Lessons Learned from My Startup Journey with Taskpad.ioDec 14 · 3 minHi, internet friends! Today, I want to share my journey of starting and eventually letting go of my first startup. About six months ago, I launched Taskpad.io, a product designed to help freelancers manage their clients, projects, timesheets, invoice...Is Next.js Good for Web Apps? A Technical PerspectiveSep 02 · 4 minWhy NextJS? NextJS has gained significant popularity for its hybrid approach to web development, blending SSR (server-side rendering) and SSG (static site generation) with client-side rendering. This flexibility makes it an attractive choice for deve...Blue light glasses. My experienceFeb 25 · 4 minHello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar Today I want to tell you about one of the lessons I learned during my career as a software engineer. Health is above all else, which is why I try to maintain it as much as possible, while also maintaining my ...A day in the life of a programmer. New challenges or a routine?Feb 22 · 4 minHello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar Today I want to tell you about a day in my life as a senior programmer with 5 years of experience. I’m sure that many of you are curious if programmers really only work 3 hours a day, if we sit non-stop at th...Typing Towards Health: The Benefits of Split KeyboardsFeb 09 · 3 minHello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar and for the past months I’ve been using a split keyboard. Even though I was highly uncertain if it would be a good investment, it was. Therefore, I want to convince you too. This article is meant for people w...A Software Developer’s Struggles in the 8-Hour Office MarathonJan 20 · 4 minHello Everyone! My Name is Alex Cloudstar I want to share with you today one of the problems that aren’t really specified in any JDs. In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, software developers find themselves at the forefront of innovation, ti...From Novice to Ninja: The Art of Skillful Software Development in a Dynamic WorldJan 13 · 3 minStaying Ahead in the Fast-Paced World of Software Development In the fast-paced world of software development, staying ahead of the curve is not just a competitive advantage but a necessity for professional growth. As technology evolves at an unp...Senior Developer’s Crystal Ball: Tech Predictions for 2024Jan 06 · 3 minHey there, fellow tech enthusiasts! My name is Alex Cloudstar and today I want to share with you some insides of mine. As a seasoned developer who’s seen the ebb and flow of the digital tide, let’s dive into the swirling vortex of what the future mig...

2023

Why JavaScript Is My One and Only: A Senior Developer’s PerspectiveDec 16 · 3 minHello everyone! Today I want to share with you the answer to the never-ending question Why do I work with JavaScript? As a senior software developer with years of experience in the ever-evolving landscape of programming languages, one language stands...Advent of Code: What It Is and Why Developers Love ItDec 07 · 3 minAdvent of Code is a free December puzzle event created by Eric Wastl. Here is what it is, who it suits and why so many developers, ThePrimeagen included, treat it as a yearly tradition.To Remote or Not to Remote: Chronicles of a Developer’s JourneyDec 02 · 3 minHello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar and today I will tell you my experience regarding going to the office or working remote. Ah, remote work the realm where sweatpants reign supreme. I’ve been dancing in this domain long before the pandemic mad...The book that changed my lifeNov 27 · 3 minHello, fellow knowledge seekers! My name is Alex Cloudstar and today I want to talk about a book that changed the way I think, so therefore it changed my life. Are you ready to shake up your learning game and take on the world of ultralearning? Strap...My Setup: A Step-by-Step JourneyNov 18 · 2 minHello everybody! My name is AlexCloudstar and today I want to take you in a journey in which you will see my full setup. As a tech enthusiast focused on efficiency, I’ve assembled a collection of tools that have significantly improved my work experie...Do Programmers Need Math? How Good Are My Math SkillsNov 11 · 3 minDebunking Myths: Math and IT Hey there, fellow self-learners and curious minds! My name is Alex Cloudstar and I just really like to debunk myths. Here’s a common one, the relationship between maths and IT. Can you become a software developer without ...I’ve Been to Over 500 Interviews... and Here’s What I’ve LearnedNov 04 · 3 minHello everyone! My name is Alex Cloudstar, and I’ve been to over 500 interviews, and let me tell you, it’s been quite a journey. Okay, maybe not exactly 500; I obviously didn’t count them, but there could actually be more. Whether you’re a fresh grad...