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Learn CSS techniques, visual design principles, and performance optimization for the web. From gradients and shadows to image compression and placeholder text.
Web Colors, Gradients & Shadows: CSS Design Guide
Master CSS visual design — color systems, color theory, gradient techniques, box shadow depth, and design token architecture.
Placeholder Text in Design: History, Uses & Best Practices
Explore the 2000-year history of Lorem Ipsum, when to use placeholder text, alternatives for different languages, and design workflow best practices.
Image Optimization for Web: Complete Guide
Learn how to reduce image file sizes by up to 80% without losing quality. Compare JPEG, PNG, WebP, and AVIF formats.
Client-Side Image Compression: Canvas API Pitfalls I Wish I Knew
The surprising limitations of browser-based image compression — PNG quality ignored, EXIF data stripped, and why WebP is the real winner.
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Guides on web APIs, data formats, encoding, security, and developer tools. Written from hands-on experience building production applications with React, Next.js, and TypeScript.
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