Web development Articles

The coding articles collection contains curated stories, tips, questions and answers on a wide variety of topics. The main focus of these articles revolves around the languages and technologies presented in snippets, as well as career advice and lessons.

  • The case for trailing commas in JavaScript

    Trailing commas are not without controversy. Here's why I think you should use them.

    JavaScript, Webdev · Mar 12, 2023

  • Recommended HTML head links

    Make your HTML documents more SEO-friendly by including these lines in your <head> element.

    HTML, Webdev · Jan 26, 2023

  • Recommended HTML head icon tags

    Ensure your HTML documents have a proper favicon by including these lines in your <head> element.

    HTML, Webdev · Jan 24, 2023

  • Recommended social tags for HTML head

    Ensure your HTML documents can be shared on social media by including these lines in your <head> element.

    HTML, Webdev · Jan 22, 2023

  • Recommended minimum HTML head

    Ensure your HTML documents are properly structured by including these lines in your <head> element.

    HTML, Webdev · Jan 18, 2023

  • Resource Preloading Cheat Sheet

    Preloading content is one of many ways to improve your website's performance.

    HTML, Webdev · Oct 12, 2022

  • Technical debt

    Learn what technical debt is, its causes and symptoms, and how to deal with it.

    Career · Oct 9, 2022

  • Escaping tutorial hell

    Many beginners get stuck in tutorial hell without even realizing. Here are 4 simple ways to escape tutorial hell and get back to learning.

    Career · May 26, 2022

  • DNS Record Basics

    DNS records may not be a thing you work too often with. Regardless, some basic knowledge can go a long way.

    Webdev · Jan 9, 2022

  • Tip: Create a descending list of numbered items

    Did you know there's an easy way to create a descending list of numbered items with pure HTML? Learn how with this handy tip.

    HTML, Webdev · Jun 22, 2021

  • Tip: Lazy load images in HTML

    Did you know you can use a native HTML attribute to add lazy load to images? Learn all you need to know with this quick tip.

    HTML, Webdev · Jun 12, 2021

  • Common HTTP status codes Cheat Sheet

    Familiarize yourself with the most common HTTP status codes with this handy cheatsheet.

    Webdev · Jun 12, 2021

  • Tip: Adding autocomplete to a password field

    Use the HTML autocomplete attribute to create more secure and accessible password fields.

    Webdev · Jun 12, 2021

  • Bash Shortcuts Cheat Sheet

    Maximize your productivity when working with a bash or other shell terminal by using these keyboard shortcuts.

    Webdev · Jun 12, 2021

  • The benefits of writing

    Writing about a topic can often sound boring or worthless. But there are significant benefits to doing it from time to time.

    Career · Nov 5, 2022

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