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Earlier developer focused articles on AI, web development, and bilingual product work. For AI guides, see the guides library.

• Why I Switched from Next.js to Vite + React for Client Projects

  After building 20+ projects with Next.js, I switched to Vite + React for most client work. Here's why the simpler stack wins for SPAs.

• Building Bilingual React Apps: Arabic & English with RTL Support

  A practical guide to building React apps that support both Arabic (RTL) and English (LTR), from layout flipping to font loading.

• Why Supabase Is My Go-To Backend for Freelance Projects

  Supabase gives you Postgres, auth, storage, and realtime out of the box. Here's how I use it to ship client projects faster.

• How I Helped 86+ Students Get Into Turkish Universities

  The 14-stage pipeline I built at Qobouli Education to guide Arab students through Turkish university admissions: from first contact to enrollment.

• AI Tools I Use Daily as a Developer in 2026

  From Claude to Cursor to Lovable: the AI tools that actually make me faster, and the ones that are just hype.

• Why Open-Source AI Is Suddenly Winning

  An open-source AI project just out-grew Docker, Kubernetes, and React on GitHub in months. Here's what changed, and what it means for everyone building with AI.

• Obsidian vs Notion as a Second Brain: The Honest Comparison

  Obsidian and Notion solve different problems. Here's which one wins for an AI second brain, and the rare case where Notion is the better answer.

• The PARA Method in Obsidian with Claude: Why I Modified It

  Tiago Forte's PARA method works for human knowledge management. For an AI second brain, you need a modified version. Here's the PARA variant I actually use.

• Claude + Obsidian Second Brain: Why This Combination Just Works

  Claude beats ChatGPT for an Obsidian second brain. Here's why: CLAUDE.md auto-load, Projects, Skills, and the workflow I use daily across both tools.

• Steph Ango's Official Obsidian Skills: How They Work + How I Use Them

  Steph Ango (Obsidian CEO) published an official skill set for Claude. Here's what each one does, when to use them, and how they pair with your second-brain vault.

• Obsidian Second Brain Template: The 3-File System I Actually Use

  A free Obsidian second brain template built for Claude and ChatGPT: three files, under 50 lines each, ready to fork. Plus the maintenance habit that makes it stick.

• Obsidian Second Brain with Claude: The 2026 AI Workflow That Sticks

  Build an Obsidian + Claude second brain in a weekend. The 3-file system, the mistake to avoid, and the maintenance discipline most people skip. Free templates inside.

• From Sequential to Parallel: The Architecture Shift Behind Modern AI Agents

  The biggest leap in AI productivity this year isn't a smarter model. It's a smarter architecture. Why parallel agent orchestration changes what's possible.

• No-Code AI Builders Are Creating a New Shipping Class

  Tools like Lovable mean non-developers can ship real apps. That changes who builds, and what kind of work developers should focus on next.

• Context Rot: Why AI Forgets and How to Fix It

  Your AI starts the project sharp and ends it sloppy. It's not the model: it's context rot, and the fix isn't a bigger context window.

• Turning Your Company Docs Into a Private AI: A Practical Walkthrough

  Generic AI gives generic answers. The real unlock for businesses is grounding the model in your own docs. Here's how to do it without overengineering it.