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Notes on Building Things

Practical writing on web development, SaaS building, and picking a development agency — no fluff, no gated content.

Web Development

React vs Next.js: When Each One Actually Makes Sense

They're not competitors. Here's how to tell which one your project actually needs.

3 min read

Web Development

What "Production-Ready" Actually Means for a Web App

Working on your machine and being ready for real users are two very different things.

3 min read

SaaS & Products

How to Scope an MVP So It Doesn't Become the Whole Product

The biggest mistake isn't building too little — it's building too much.

3 min read

SaaS & Products

Choosing Infrastructure That Won't Need a Rewrite at 10x Users

Scalable infrastructure isn't about the fanciest tech — it's about avoiding expensive dead ends.

4 min read

Picking an Agency

Questions to Ask a Web Development Agency Before You Sign Anything

You're choosing a long-term technical partner, not just comparing prices.

3 min read

Picking an Agency

Red Flags in a Development Proposal

Some of the biggest problems don't show up during development — they're hidden in the proposal.

3 min read