Thoughts

A collection of essays, notes, and reflections on design systems, web development, and the process of building digital products.

Defining the "Golden" Design System

When creating a personal brand, color psychology plays a pivotal role. The choice of a golden palette isn't just about aesthetics; it's about conveying warmth, reliability, and a touch of classic elegance. In this post, I break down the hex codes, spacing rules, and typography choices that...

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From Concept to Production: My Process

Outline product ideas is my strongest trait, but execution is where the magic happens. I've developed a workflow that allows me to quickly iterate on wireframes, move to high-fidelity designs in Figma, and then rapidly prototype in code. This article explores the tools I use to bridg...

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Why I Contribute to Open Source

Beyond personal projects, contributing to open-source repositories has been the single biggest accelerator for my learning curve. It forces you to read other people's code, understand different architectural patterns, and communicate clearly in pull requests. Here are a few repos I've been...

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Minimalism in Web Design

Stripping away the non-essential isn't about making things empty; it's about making the important things stand out. We look at how negative space, consistent typography, and restrained color palettes can improve user experience and readability on content-heavy sites.

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