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Image of two database tables connected/joined by a magnifying glass. Hearder reads: What is an SQL Join, Really?

The Stupid Simple Guide to SQL JOINs That Anyone Can Understand

Stop Struggling with Venn Diagrams and Finally Grasp INNER, LEFT, RIGHT, and FULL JOINs with Clear Analogies and Examples

11 min read

Top down view of a craftsmans table with old woodworking tools. Heading reads: Don't Belive the Obituary: Ruby on Rails is Your Secret Weapon for 2026

Ruby on Rails in 2026: Why the Matured Framework is a Secret Power Tool

Beyond the Hype Cycle: How Rails' Unmatched Productivity, Modern Stack, and Proven Stability Make It a Shockingly Smart Choice for the Future of Development.

8 min read

Image of a man in a suit holding a glowing floating skeleton key, title reads:"Unlock simpler, faster, web apps, the htmx revolution: why ignoring this in 2025 will cost your web dev career.

The HTMX Revolution: Why Ignoring This in 2025 Will Cost Your Web Dev Career

How HTMX is Revolutionizing Frontend Development Without the JavaScript Bloat.

9 min read

Image of a robot collaborating with a women in front of a computer. Title reads: "From coder to AI orchestrator"

Agentic Programming: How to Stay Relevant as a Developer in an AI Future

Your Guide to Evolving from Coder to AI Orchestrator and Future-Proofing Your Career

10 min read

Image of legos and a lego heart, title reads: Composable Architecture: The Natural Evolution from JAMstack

Composable Architecture: The Future Beyond JAMstack

How modern teams outgrow static-first patterns and assemble digital platforms like Lego, not concrete.

4 min read

An image of a balance scale on the left are blocks that say Fact on the right Myth. The scale is tipped down on the right side. In middle is a graphic representing carbon footprint. Beneath it says Websites? At the rightis a protrait of Jay McBride holding his face in surprise. This image represents the debate of weather carbon friendly websites or fact or myth.

Carbon-Friendly Websites: Real Impact or Marketing Ploy?

Exploring the Debate on Responsibility and the Validity of Web Carbon Footprints

5 min read