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🚀 Excited to Announce the Launch of Bloagify! 📝 After weeks of hard work, I’m thrilled to introduce Bloagify, a tech-driven blogging platform aimed at fostering knowledge-sharing on trending technology topics. On Bloagify, users can: 1 Create an account and sign in to start uploading blogs. 2 Share insights on the latest tech innovations. 3 Read and engage with blogs from others, staying up-to-date with what’s happening in the tech world. I developed Bloagify using Node.js and Express.js for the backend and MongoDB as the database, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and scalable platform for all users. Check it out live here: https://lnkd.in/gKK-DEQE I invite you to explore the platform, create an account, and contribute your valuable insights #WebDevelopment #TechTrends #Nodejs #MongoDB #BloggingPlatform #Bloagify #TechCommunity #Innovation

REST lets you move extremely fast. There are no built-in rules or constraints, so you can build whatever you want. This is amazing if you’re building APIs for your own team to consume. But if you want to ship an API to people _outside_ your team, then too much freedom is a problem. There are thousands of REST APIs out there, and every single one of them is a snowflake with unique quirks. Snowflake APIs suck, because they’re harder to integrate with. You have a lot less freedom when building with GraphQL. There are unavoidable constraints placed on you. We love that! Constraints force us to build an API that has predictable semantics, and which is guaranteed to work out of the box with an incredibly rich tooling ecosystem. Easier, more straightforward integrations => happier customers.

🎉 Today, I'm super excited to introduce a project that's dear to me: httpscout.io. httpscout.io is a website uptime and TLS certificate expiry monitor ready for its early Beta debut. 👁️🗨️ httpscout.io is a reliable, low-cost option for early-stage technology companies. As a consultant, I have worked with clients who didn't have essential monitoring due to the cost and complexity of setting up services like AWS or Datadog. httpscout.io is also a great backup option if Datadog or NewRelic are down. 🎒 I've worked on httpscout for the last few months, and even though several things need further development, I wanted to launch the project anyway and start collecting feedback. 🔭 I'm looking forward to learning how the system behaves in production, experimenting with new ideas, finalizing pricing, testing the site in real-world usage, and evaluating the effectiveness of my monitoring (Prometheus/Grafana/Ahoy) setup. 🛤 As an aside, working with Rails is fun, and thanks to a handful of gems, launching a SaaS is much easier than it has been in years. Rails' awesomeness deserves its own post. 💻 For those interested in the technology, httpscout.io is built using Ruby 3, Rails 7, Bootstrap 5, Sidekiq 6, and PostgreSQL 15-- httpscout.io is hosted in Canada, outside the three major infrastructure providers. 🤟 I love building SaaS, and working on httpscout.io has been a dream come true. While I'm working on the app, I'm also available for Rails development, product launch support, or scaling PostgreSQL databases. 🙏 Lastly, I couldn't have reached this point without the support of friends and family. Your encouragement has meant everything. Thank you. 🌍 If you're still reading this, I'd appreciate it if you could click through to httpscout.io and help me load test the app. Once again, thank you! #saas #startup #rubyonrails #programming #monitoring #toronto #microsaas

I'm a massive proponent of choosing boring technology[1], which mostly means being very intentional about when you add new tech and defaulting to using existing tech. Over the last four years, we've added two new pieces of technology to our core stack at KOHO, and both have been enormous wins. DynamoDB[2] is an incredibly powerful database that provides single-digit millisecond response times at any scale, with zero maintenance and low cost. It's almost too good to be true—if you are on AWS and aren't using Dynamo, you should be. Here's a talk to learn more[3]. Temporal[4] is the most powerful tool I've found for building reliable distributed systems. The developer ergonomics are incredible, the team is super strong, and they have a ton of momentum. Give these tools a look, and I'd love to hear if you've had similar experiences with other tools! [1] https://lnkd.in/eRCxqsau [2] https://lnkd.in/eva3riQ7 [3] https://lnkd.in/eXzSghQ4 [4] https://temporal.io/

Confession: I love farmer’s markets, but I hate waking up early enough to actually enjoy them. That’s probably why this recent Mesmerize project is living rent-free in my mind. We’re building a full-stack e-commerce platform for Lone Star Harvest, a Texas co-op that’s turning the magic of local, fresh food into something anyone can access—anytime, anywhere. It’s been incredible bringing this to life. From the first brainstorms to seeing the pieces come together, this project is everything I love about what we do: solving real-world problems with smart, seamless design. Here’s what we’re cooking up: 🍅 Online ordering so your farmer’s market is always open. 🚛 Scheduling tools to make pickups and deliveries a breeze. 💻 And it’s built with the tech my team geeks out over: React, Next.js, Node.js, PostgreSQL, AWS, and Stripe. This isn’t just about convenience—it’s about building connections between farmers and families, and strengthening communities. And that’s why this project means so much to me. Stay tuned for the launch—I can’t wait to share it with you! #LocalFoodMovement #TechForGood #EcommerceDevelopment #MesmerizeSoftwareStudio

In the ever-evolving world of tech, we're witnessing a fascinating trend: the pendulum swing back to seemingly "older" technologies. But this isn't about regression—it's about maturity and nuanced decision-making. 🔄 What we're seeing: • Monoliths making a comeback after the microservices boom • MySQL and PostgreSQL regaining ground from NoSQL databases • Server-side rendering resurfacing alongside SPAs • On-premise solutions coexisting with cloud-native approaches 🤔 Why is this happening? It's not that one approach is inherently superior. Rather, companies are realizing that context is king. They're moving away from following trends blindly and instead choosing architectures and technologies that best fit their specific needs. 🧠 Key takeaways: 1. There's rarely a one-size-fits-all solution in tech 2. Understanding trade-offs is crucial for making informed decisions 3. Best practices evolve—stay curious and keep learning 💡 Examples of nuanced thinking: • Shopify's journey back to a monolith for performance reasons • GitHub's use of MySQL at scale, proving SQL databases can handle big data • Airbnb's hybrid approach to server-side rendering and client-side React The lesson? Don't just follow trends. Understand the principles behind different approaches, study their challenges, and choose what works best for your specific use case. #TechTrends #SoftwareArchitecture #EngineeringBestPractices

"Right Tech Stack". What does it even mean? Have you found one? Our hectic world constantly challenges us to create something new, something better, and at the same time, we are always tempted by the wide variety of tools it offers. There is no wonder that the struggle of choosing the "best tech stack" is more than real. Since there's no "tech pill" that suits every case, you should focus on fulfilling the needs of YOUR business. Here's a guide on what to consider while looking for the right stack for YOU. By the way, what "no's" do you have when choosing the tech stack? https://lnkd.in/dU5Rwx8D

🚀 Node.js, Bun, or Deno 2.0: Which Runtime Wins in 2024? Check out my latest article comparing performance, startup times, and security features. Discover which suits your needs! #Nodejs #Bun #Deno #WebDev

Excited for ServerlessDays Belfast yet? 🚀 Don't miss out on Matthew Wilson's session: "Serverless-First Frontends"! As a Distinguished Software Engineer at Instil and AWS Community Builder, and only your favourite speaker at ServerlessDays Belfast last year - Matthew brings unparalleled insights into cutting-edge tech trends. 🤔 Ever wondered if the future of Serverless starts beyond the big three cloud providers? Join Matthew as he challenges the status quo, exploring platforms-as-a-service like Vercel and Ampt. 🏆 Dive into real-world projects at Instil, where Matthew's team delivered under budget and ahead of schedule! Discover: -The evolving landscape of Serverless-First Frontend development. -Are the enhanced developer experiences worth the shift? -Unravel the potential of ephemeral environments. -Architectural wonders on diverse platforms. -Learning from mistakes: where did we go wrong? Let's rethink the default options and explore the possibilities beyond S3 static sites. See you at #ServerlessdaysBelfast with Matthew Wilson! 🌟 #TechTalks #FrontendDevelopment #InnovationAhead

Sneak Peek! 👀 Here's a behind the curtain look at one of our favorite projects in the works at Mesmerize Software Studio: Lone Star Harvest, a Co-Op that’s redefining how communities connect with fresh, local food. 🥕 Our goal? To create a platform as seamless and inviting as the co-op itself, with functionality that includes: • Online ordering for easy access to local goods. • Scheduling tools to simplify food pickups and deliveries. To bring this to life, we turned to some of the most reliable and cutting-edge technologies in the industry: • React for a dynamic, responsive front end. • Next.js for server-side rendering and lightning-fast performance. • Node.js with Express for a scalable and efficient backend. • PostgreSQL to handle complex data relationships. • AWS for secure, scalable cloud hosting. • Stripe API for seamless payment integration. From early wireframes to final deployment, every detail of this project reflects Lone Star Harvest’s mission to make fresh food accessible while strengthening the bonds of local communities. Our approach blends intuitive design with robust functionality, ensuring the experience is as enjoyable for users as it is efficient for the co-op. This is just a taste of what’s to come. Stay tuned for the official launch of Lone Star Harvest—we can’t wait to show you the finished product. 🥦 #WebDevelopment #FullStackDevelopment #ECommerceSolutions #MesmerizeSoftwareStudio