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Abdulkader Safi web and mobile application development blogs
Design Trends Shaping 2025
New year. New screens. New vibes. Design in 2025 is about more than just looking pretty, it’s about meaning, emotion, and connection. We’re seeing a shift. Away from sterile grids and stock images. Toward real stories, bold personality, and interfaces that feel. Whether you’re a UI designer, brand strategist, or just curious about what’s hot, these are the trends you’ll see everywhere this year. Let’s get into it.
Dia – The AI Browser That’s Changing How We Use the Web (2025 Guide)
Ever wish your browser could actually help you? Like, really help, summarize that 20-tab rabbit hole, refine your email, pull quotes from a YouTube video, or even stop you from buying that random gadget at 2 AM? Say hello to Dia, the AI-first browser built by The Browser Company. If you’ve heard of Arc, this is its smarter, AI-powered sibling.
Microservices vs. Monolith: A 2025 Guide to Choosing the Right Architecture
Choosing the right backend architecture in 2025? You’re likely stuck between microservices and a monolithic setup. The wrong choice can lead to bottlenecks, rising costs, or wasted development time. This guide breaks down the pros, cons, and real-world use cases of each model. Plus, you’ll get migration strategies, API design tips, and when to use each, based on actual projects.
WebAssembly vs. JavaScript: When to Use Each for Maximum Performance
Whether you're building a high-traffic platform in New York, a tech startup in Berlin, or a remote SaaS product in Dubai, this guide walks you through real-world use cases of WebAssembly vs. JavaScript and helps you decide which one to use for better browser performance.
Is Builder.io a Scam? The Truth About Pricing, Support, and Lock-In
Wondering if Builder.io is a scam? We break down user reviews, billing problems, vendor lock-in risks, and the best alternatives in 2025. Read before you commit.
Top AI Tools for Developers in 2025
AI tools are everywhere. But which ones actually help you build faster, think better, and work smarter? We listened to Syntax.fm’s Episode 917 and pulled together a MENA-optimized breakdown. Whether you're coding in Kuwait, designing in Dubai, or building startups in Lebanon, these tools belong in your stack.
How I Designed a Full UI in 2 Hours Using UX Pilot AI
The secret weapon behind my latest project, designing a good UI, takes time. Great UI? Even more. But what if I told you I designed a full project layout, clean, responsive, and modern, in just 2 hours? Thanks to UX Pilot, that’s exactly what happened.
The Easiest Way to Run LLM Models Locally: A Practical Guide Using Ollama and LM Studio
Running large language models (LLMs) on your local machine has become increasingly popular for privacy, cost-efficiency, and performance. While cloud-based solutions like Azure or Google Cloud offer powerful computation, they often come with costs and dependency on internet connectivity. Fortunately, tools like Ollama and LM Studio make it easier than ever to run LLMs locally, without requiring a developer's degree. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the easiest way to set up these tools and suggest the best models based on your device’s hardware.
Why 90% of Projects Don’t Need More Than SQLite
Let’s be real. Not every project needs a heavyweight database system like PostgreSQL or MySQL. In fact, **90% of the time**, you’re better off keeping it simple. And for me? I use **SQLite** in most of my personal projects. Here’s why.
The Ultimate Claude Code Workflow Guide: From Setup to Supercharged Automation
Claude Code isn’t just an AI assistant for writing code. Used right, it’s your research buddy, pair programmer, test writer, and dev-ops tool, all rolled into one. But to get the most out of it, you need the right workflow. In this guide, we’ll walk through the **optimal Claude Code pipeline**. From setting it up to automating repetitive tasks and scaling with multiple agents.
Trying Vibe Coding for the First Time with Claude Code: I Built an Invoice Generator in One Day
I kept hearing about **vibe coding** all over the place. AI writing your code. Projects done faster. It sounded cool. Productive. Trendy. So I thought, why not?
How to Write a Product Requirements Document (PRD) with AI Tools
In the world of product development, clear communication is the cornerstone of success. Whether you're launching a new app, redesigning a service, or iterating on an existing product, a **Product Requirements Document (PRD)** serves as the blueprint that aligns everyone from stakeholders to developers. This blog will explain what a PRD is, why it’s essential, how to create one from scratch, and how to leverage **LLMs (Large Language Models)** like myself to draft detailed PRDs efficiently.