Kickoff article
As every blog needs a somewhat useless first post to see how things work, I am writing these lines. Over 20 years ago, I created my first blog engine in PHP. I was just a kid who had started learning how the web works. A lot has happened since then, and now my goals are completely different. This blog is no longer a tool for learning; it’s a tool for sharing knowledge.
Since 2004, I’ve learned many different things, including the importance of a good MVP. I see many developers spending days choosing the "right" tool, and in the process, their energy is wasted on unproductive tasks. To avoid that, this blog is built simply with HTML, Tailwind CSS, and various AI tools to create an initial design that isn’t an eyesore.
Technologies and tools
- HTML and CSS using tailwind classes
- Various AI tools for the design: Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, Pixlr
- Svelte(Kit) (static)
- IntelliJ Idea
- And of course, git
I am fairly satisfied as it stands now, so here's a list of further plans.
Goals for the initial phase
- Deployment: Start small and make it work by manually editing in git.
- No menu: Focus on writing the first 4–5 blog posts before adding a menu.
- Habit: Spend 30 minutes every day on one of the scheduled topics.
Starting small is key. It’s much better to build habits and make incremental improvements than to feel overwhelmed by a mountain of tasks on day one.
See you next time!
