Stack
An overview of my preferred technologies, tools, and development stack.
Frontend
4 tools
Backend
3 tools
Database
2 tools
Mobile
0 tools
DevOps
2 tools
Design
1 tools
Frontend
TypeScript
Primary language for type-safe JavaScript development
Pros
- Type safety
- Better IDE support
- Scalable codebase
Cons
- Learning curve
- Compilation overhead
React
Go-to library for building user interfaces
Pros
- Component reusability
- Large ecosystem
- Virtual DOM
Cons
- Steep learning curve
- Frequent updates
Next.js
Full-stack React framework with excellent DX
Pros
- SSR/SSG
- File-based routing
- API routes
Cons
- Vendor lock-in
- Complex configuration
Tailwind CSS
Utility-first CSS framework for rapid UI development
Pros
- Rapid development
- Consistent design
- Small bundle size
Cons
- HTML bloat
- Learning curve
Backend
Node.js
JavaScript runtime for server-side development
Pros
- JavaScript everywhere
- NPM ecosystem
- Fast development
Cons
- Single-threaded
- Callback complexity
Express.js
Minimal and flexible Node.js web framework
Pros
- Lightweight
- Flexible
- Large middleware ecosystem
Cons
- Minimal structure
- Security concerns
Prisma
Next-generation ORM for Node.js and TypeScript
Pros
- Type safety
- Auto-generated client
- Migration system
Cons
- Learning curve
- Limited customization
Database
PostgreSQL
Advanced open-source relational database
Pros
- ACID compliance
- JSON support
- Extensible
Cons
- Complex setup
- Resource intensive
Redis
In-memory data structure store for caching
Pros
- Fast performance
- Multiple data types
- Pub/Sub
Cons
- Memory limitations
- Data persistence
DevOps
Docker
Containerization platform for consistent deployments
Pros
- Environment consistency
- Easy deployment
- Scalability
Cons
- Resource overhead
- Complexity
Vercel
Platform for deploying modern web applications
Pros
- Zero config
- Global CDN
- Automatic HTTPS
Cons
- Vendor lock-in
- Pricing for scale
Design
Figma
Collaborative design tool for UI/UX
Pros
- Real-time collaboration
- Component system
- Prototyping
Cons
- Internet dependency
- Learning curve
Development Preferences
Code Editor
Visual Studio Code with custom extensions and themes
Operating System
macOS for development, Linux for servers
Architecture
Microservices with API-first approach