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Writing about web development, performance, design systems, and building products.

LatestAug 4, 2025

Connecting the Dots from Web Development to AI Automation

It’s the year 2025, and

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Jun 5, 2025·3 min

How I Handle Client Requests Without Burning Out

I’ve always been a people pleaser, and when a client asks for an update, I want to jump right in and reassure them that I’m on it. At first, juggling more than one client felt overwhelming. My time management was all over the place, and I felt like I might explode under the pressure.

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Jun 3, 2025·5 min

My Stack: The Tools and Technologies I Use Daily

When I first started learning web development,

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Jun 1, 2025·3 min

How I Built My First Website for a Client

My first client project came from a friend who recommended me. It was for a school project, and the task sounded simple at first — create a website that shows test results and allows users to view their data online. But as I worked on it, I realized it was more than just a basic site. It was a full testing platform with real functionality on both the user and admin sides.

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May 17, 2025·3 min

What I’ve Learned From Freelancing Without a Company Job

Every time I scroll through LinkedIn or other social media, I see former classmates with job titles, company logos, and work anniversaries. Some of them already have full-time jobs with monthly paychecks, government benefits like SSS, Pag-IBIG, and health insurance. It’s great to see them doing well.

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