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How I Got 150+ Stars on GitHub for a Next.js Portfolio Template
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How I Got 150+ Stars on GitHub for a Next.js Portfolio Template

The story behind minimal-next-portfolio — an open-source Next.js 16 portfolio template that grew from a personal project to 148 stars, 41 forks, and developers worldwide using it to showcase their work.

6 min read
Ship Your Backend in 10 Minutes: The Niya FastAPI Template
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Ship Your Backend in 10 Minutes: The Niya FastAPI Template

A production-ready FastAPI template with Supabase auth, rate limiting, connection pooling, and clean architecture — built so you never waste another week on backend boilerplate.

6 min read
I Built a Free SaaS Starter Template — Here's Everything Inside
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I Built a Free SaaS Starter Template — Here's Everything Inside

Niya SaaS Template is a production-ready, open-source Next.js 15 starter kit with Supabase auth, Zustand, React Query, Magic UI animations, and clean architecture. Built for developers and AI startups who want to ship fast.

8 min read
Building a Production-Ready AI Chatbot Platform: Lessons from Convot
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Building a Production-Ready AI Chatbot Platform: Lessons from Convot

Deep-dive into the architecture decisions, ingestion pipelines, and hard-won lessons from building Convot — an embeddable AI chatbot that retrieves answers from your own knowledge base.

AEO vs SEO: How I Ranked #1 on ChatGPT for a Next.js Template
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AEO vs SEO: How I Ranked #1 on ChatGPT for a Next.js Template

Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is the new frontier. Here's the exact strategy I used to get my open-source Next.js portfolio template to rank #1 on ChatGPT search — and what it means for developers building in public.

3D Card with Embedded Links Using Three.js and Blender
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3D Card with Embedded Links Using Three.js and Blender

Ever thought your traditional business card could use a serious upgrade? Here's how I used Three.js and Blender to transform a plain business card into an interactive 3D masterpiece with embedded clickable links.

7 min read
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The Ownership Framework: How to Use AI to Write Code Without Losing Your Mind

Every developer is using AI to write code — but most are shipping code they secretly don't understand, and that's the most dangerous technical debt you'll ever carry.

4 min read
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The Rebuild Framework: A Learning Method for Developers

Rebuild projects endpoint by endpoint — write it badly first, compare to the old code after, judge what's worth keeping, and repeat until done.

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Mastering Dart Enums: From Basic Lists to Supercharged Classes

A simple guide to understanding "Enhanced Enums" in Dart, explained with sticky notes and real-world examples.

3 min read
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Gemini CLI tells: What Tools Do the Gemini CLI Use for AI Coding? Comparing Gemini, Claude, and Cursor

Gemini acts as a conversational AI agent with direct filesystem access and multi-step automation, contrasting with Cursor's IDE-integrated real-time suggestions and Claude's general-purpose web-based chat for conceptual tasks.

4 min read
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How to Supercharge Your Coding Skills with AI—Without Losing Your Edge

Use AI to code smarter—not lazier. Discover a balanced workflow that strengthens your skills while leveraging the power of AI.

2 min read
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Flutter Feature Pattern Tutorial: Building Scalable & Maintainable Feature-based architecture

This tutorial guides junior Flutter developers on implementing a robust and scalable feature...

8 min read
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A plan to Master Android development in 30 days

Android Development Learning

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Mastering Claude 3.7: Effective Prompting Techniques for Developers

Unlock the full potential of Claude 3.7 for software development with this comprehensive guide. Learn practical prompting strategies to enhance coding, debugging, and architectural decision-making, complete with examples and workflows tailored for developers.

4 min read
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Developer Mental Health: A Comprehensive Guide

A serene developer workspace promoting mental wellness, featuring a modern ergonomic setup with calming elements like plants, warm lighting, and a coffee mug. The backdrop subtly integrates coding-themed visuals, creating a harmonious balance between work and relaxation. The soothing color palette emphasizes focus, mindfulness, and the importance of self-care for developers.

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Spring AI Information and usages

Spring AI is a project aimed at simplifying the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and...

3 min read
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MYTH: You Need a CS Degree to Get Started with Software Engineering

Debunk the myth that a CS degree is essential for software engineering. Discover 7 free online courses to kickstart your journey with just the Internet!

3 min read
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Strategic Plan to Build an Impressive Android Development Portfolio

Creating a portfolio that effectively showcases your Android development skills is key to landing...

2 min read
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Navigating the Path to Machine Learning and On-Device AI

Machine learning and artificial intelligence on mobile devices

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If I Am Starting Over My Learning as a Developer: A Comprehensive Roadmap to Success
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If I Am Starting Over My Learning as a Developer: A Comprehensive Roadmap to Success

Embarking on a journey to become a skilled developer is both exciting and challenging. Drawing from...

3 min read
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Hosting Options for a Full-Stack Project with Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, and Angular

If you’ve developed a full-stack project using Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, and Angular, finding the...

3 min read
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Resolving Java and Gradle Compatibility Issues in Flutter Projects

When creating a new Flutter app, you might encounter compatibility issues between the Java...

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