GraphQL is Everywhere!

I find GraphQL extremely fun and empowering tech to work with, even as a novice just getting started. You’ve probably heard the elevator pitch before: it allows you to ask for exactly the data you need whenever you need it (probably at the component level), and it arrives as lovely JSON data for your usage.

I see it used as part of modern website builds all the dang time. The overall vibe is, “I want to do whatever I …

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6 Ways to Make Your Blog Stand Out

These days, every person you meet has a blog. Be it for sharing their personal thoughts and feelings or to promote a business or company, blogs have become more and more popular in the last decade and they are a great way to get your message, whatever that may be, out to the community. Although …
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An Overview of Render Props in React

An Overview of Render Props in React

Using render props in React is a technique for efficiently re-using code. According to the React documentation, “a component with a render prop takes a function that returns a React element and calls it instead of implementing its own render logic.” To understand what that means, let’s take a look at the render props pattern and then apply it to a couple of light examples.

The render props pattern

In working with …

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30+ Best Stencil Fonts

Looking for the best stencil fonts for your next design project? We’ve collected our favorite stencil letter fonts to give you dozens to choose from, all beautifully crafted to give you a stylish stencil effect. When it comes to designing movie posters, video game covers, and military and industrial-themed designs, you can’t go wrong with […]
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CSS Animations and Transitions in Email

We don’t generally think of CSS animations or transitions inside of email, or really any movement at all outside of an awkward occasional GIF. But there is really no reason you can’t use them inside HTML emails, particularly if you do it in a progressive enhancement-friendly way. Like, you could style a link with a hover state and a shaking animation, but if the animation (or even the hover) doesn’t work, it’s still a functional link. Heck, you can …

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Why You Should Hire a WordPress Developer For Your Business

Of all the web platforms available today, WordPress is one of the fastest and easiest tools for creating a functional website in minutes. All you have to do is install the CMS and start adjusting your look to fit your needs. It plays a key role in the effectiveness of your Internet marketing and the …
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