Why I Stopped Using Component Libraries And Went Back To Vanilla CSS
I stopped using component libraries and went back to vanilla CSS. Not because of vibes or aesthetics, but because the performance numbers made me feel stupid.
Frontend
Frontend notes from 11+ years of shipping web stuff. JavaScript, performance, web APIs, and the craft behind interfaces that feel right. 51 posts
How I Use Cursor + Claude for CSS: A Practical Workflow from a Real Project
A step-by-step look at how I use Cursor and Claude together to design, refactor, and debug CSS in a real project—without sacrificing code quality or control.
The Invisible Cost of Web Animations and How to Ship Fast, Smooth UI
A practical guide for developers who want every micro-interaction to feel delightful without dragging down performance.