Software development Blogs

11/13/2025 • EN

Simon Willison

SimonWillison.net is the long-running blog of Simon Willison, a software engineer, open-source creator, and co-author of the original Django framework. He writes about Python, Django, Datasette, AI tooling, prompt engineering, search, databases, APIs, data journalism, and practical software architecture. The blog includes detailed notes from experiments, conference talks, and real projects. Readers will find clear explanations of topics such as LLM workflows, SQL patterns, data publishing, scraping, deployment, caching, and modern developer tooling. Simon also publishes frequent micro-posts and TIL entries that document small discoveries and tricks from day-to-day engineering work. The tone is practical and research oriented, making the site a valuable resource for anyone interested in serious engineering and open data.

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Simon Willison

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11/10/2025 • EN

Codeaholicguy

Codeaholicguy is the personal blog of Hoang Nguyen, Director of Engineering at ShopBack, where he writes thoughtful, hands-on pieces about software engineering, leadership, and building with purpose. Posts range from practical team practices and architecture notes to deep dives on AI-assisted workflows with tools like CursorAI. The tone is pragmatic, product-minded, and aimed at engineers who want to ship faster without sacrificing code quality.

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Codeaholicguy

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11/10/2025 • EN

Melroy van den Berg

Melroy van den Berg writes hands-on articles about GNU/Linux, networking, security, DevOps, software engineering and embedded hardware. The blog mixes step-by-step guides and deep dives, from DNS fundamentals with command-line experiments to self-hosting, servers, tooling and practical troubleshooting. Clear categories cover levels from beginner to advanced, making it useful both for learning core concepts and refining day-to-day workflows.

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Melroy van den Berg

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11/10/2025 • EN

Matt Segal

Matt Segal is a software engineer and tech lead who writes about software design, Python development, system architecture, and the craft of engineering teams. His blog focuses on practical approaches to building reliable, maintainable software - from dependency management and code reviews to continuous delivery and scalable system design.

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Matt Segal

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11/9/2025 • EN

Lea Verou

Lea Verou is a web standards expert, developer, and designer with a PhD from MIT in Human-Computer Interaction. She has worked as Product Lead at Font Awesome, helped shape the web as a member of the W3C Technical Architecture Group, and has been part of the CSS Working Group since 2012. Her open-source tools like PrismJS and Color.js are used by millions of developers worldwide. Lea is also the author of a bestselling CSS book, a frequent conference speaker, and an advocate for making technology simpler, more usable, and open for everyone.

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Lea Verou

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11/9/2025 • EN

Martin Schneider

Martin Schneider is a frontend developer from Germany who shares his experience building clean, fast and maintainable websites. On his blog he writes about Eleventy, CSS, Sass, JavaScript, testing with Cypress, accessibility and static site generation. His posts focus on practical workflows, explaining not only how to write better code but also why certain approaches make development more efficient and enjoyable. The blog is a valuable source of inspiration for frontend developers who care about performance, simplicity and good craftsmanship.

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Martin Schneider

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11/8/2025 • EN

Michael Lynch

Michael Lynch – Developer, Indie Founder and Technical Writer Michael Lynch shares honest and detailed stories from his journey as a software engineer and indie founder. His blog covers topics like building sustainable businesses, code reviews, software craftsmanship, and lessons learned from running and selling his own startup, TinyPilot. Each post reflects a mix of engineering precision and real-world experience, written with clarity and humor. Readers can find tutorials, retrospectives, and essays that go beyond code to explore motivation, productivity, and the human side of software development. This blog is a must-read for developers, indie hackers, and anyone who enjoys thoughtful writing about technology and entrepreneurship.

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Michael Lynch

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11/8/2025 • EN

Piotr Migdał

Piotr Migdał – Blog of a Data Explorer and Visual Storyteller This is the personal blog of Dr. Piotr Migdał, a technologist and visual storyteller with a strong background in quantum physics, deep learning, and data visualization. He is a founding engineer at Quesma, where he uses AI to turn complex datasets into clear visual insights through ggplot2 charts and Grafana dashboards. His posts combine technology, creativity, and personal reflection. You will find articles about machine learning, interactive data visualization, and projects that bridge science and art. Beyond his technical work, Piotr writes about dance, mindfulness, and the human side of creativity. This blog is a great read for developers, data scientists, and anyone interested in how technology and art can come together to explain the world in a meaningful way.

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Piotr Migdał

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11/8/2025 • EN

Max Böck

Max Böck is a seasoned front-end web developer and designer based in Vienna, Austria, with over 16 years of experience in building engaging, accessible, and performant web interfaces. He co-founded the software studio Codista and writes regularly at mxb.dev, exploring modern web development topics such as buildless workflows, CSS container queries, the IndieWeb, and accessible digital products

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Max Böck

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11/7/2025 • EN

Yasoob Khalid

Yasoob Khalid is a developer and writer best known for the free, open-source book Intermediate Python and his project-driven follow-up, Practical Python Projects. His articles and books have reached 5+ million readers across 189+ countries, and his blog remains a go-to place for clear, practical Python insights. By day, Yasoob works on Azure Cloud Networking at Microsoft, and by night he continues to publish tutorials, notes, and experiments that demystify real-world Python for learners at every level. He’s also the author behind the long-running Python Tips site and newsletter, where he focuses on approachable explanations and hands-on examples.

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Yasoob Khalid

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11/3/2025 • EN

David Boothe

David Boothe, a seasoned web-app engineer, shares observations from his craft: code architecture, frontend/back-end integration, productivity hacks, and reflections from his real-world development work. His posts aren’t purely theoretical, they’re grounded in building real applications and improving with each iteration.

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David Boothe

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11/3/2025 • EN

Matt Stauffer

mattstauffer.com is the personal blog of Matt Stauffer, a web developer, author, and educator specializing in Laravel, PHP, and full-stack web development. Matt shares tutorials, insights, and resources on modern web development, covering topics like backend development, JavaScript, and Laravel best practices. He is also the author of Laravel: Up & Running and a host of the Laravel Podcast. Through his blog, Matt provides practical advice for developers, project management tips, and insights into maintaining a productive development workflow. His content is designed to help developers of all levels improve their skills and stay updated with the latest trends in the web development industry.

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Matt Stauffer

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11/3/2025 • EN

Matt Layman

mattlayman.com is a blog by Matt Layman, a software engineer who focuses on building complex web applications, primarily using Django. He shares his expertise through regular live streams on YouTube, where he teaches others how to build advanced SaaS projects. Matt is also deeply involved in the tech community in Frederick, Maryland, where he founded Python Frederick and has helped organize local tech events. Currently, Matt is a Senior Staff Software Engineer at Included Health, working to enhance the patient experience through technology. His blog offers insights into web development, community involvement, and his career journey.

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Matt Layman

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11/3/2025 • EN

Daniel Feldroy

Daniel Feldroy’s blog, daniel.feldroy.com, is a personal site by coder, author, and speaker Daniel Feldroy, known in the tech community as "pydanny" and co-author of Two Scoops of Django. Based in London, Daniel shares insights about his life, including his work at Kraken Tech, a part of the Octopus Energy Group focused on tackling climate change. The blog, built using the FastHTML framework, covers various topics beyond Python, reflecting Daniel's broader interests in coding, writing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. His former site, pydanny.com, now redirects here to reflect his evolving focus beyond just Python.

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Daniel Feldroy

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11/3/2025 • EN

Ben McCormick

BenMcCormick.org is a blog authored by Ben McCormick, a seasoned software engineer, offering valuable insights on engineering leadership, front-end architecture, JavaScript, and productivity. Since 2012, Ben has written over 180 articles, covering key themes such as feedback loops, managing distributed teams, and front-end design. His posts explore practical, real-world challenges in software development, with a particular focus on JavaScript and React. Ben also shares advice on career development in the tech industry, making the blog a rich resource for both individual developers and engineering leaders.

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Ben McCormick

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11/3/2025 • EN

Ben Nadel

BenNadel.com is a personal blog by Ben Nadel, a web development expert, covering a wide range of topics including JavaScript, ColdFusion, Angular, and various modern web technologies. The blog features deep-dive tutorials, practical coding tips, and insights on web development best practices. With a focus on real-world problem-solving, Ben shares his extensive experience as a full-stack developer, making the site a valuable resource for developers at all levels.

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Ben Nadel

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11/2/2025 • EN

Craig Taub

Craig Taub’s blog is where technology meets real-world experience. From JavaScript and Node.js to cloud computing and backend design, each post shares lessons learned, best practices, and honest thoughts from a Tech Lead who’s passionate about open source and testing.

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Craig Taub

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11/2/2025 • EN

Michał Miszczyszyn

Type of the Web is a blog by Michał Miszczyszyn focused on modern web development. It offers in-depth tutorials, insights, and expert articles covering technologies like TypeScript, React, Next.js, and the broader JavaScript ecosystem. The site helps developers sharpen their skills and build better, more maintainable applications through clear explanations and real-world examples.

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Michał Miszczyszyn

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11/2/2025 • EN

Martin Fowler

MartinFowler.com is the long-running technical blog of Martin Fowler, author, software architect, and Chief Scientist at ThoughtWorks. The site serves as a cornerstone for modern software engineering, featuring influential essays and guides on software architecture, refactoring, agile methodologies, design patterns, and continuous delivery. Martin’s writing combines deep technical expertise with a clear, educational tone, making complex ideas about domain-driven design, microservices, and testing strategies accessible to engineers of all levels. Classic works like Refactoring, Patterns of Enterprise Application Architecture, and Continuous Integration originated from concepts first explored on this blog. With over two decades of archives, MartinFowler.com remains one of the most authoritative and enduring resources in professional software development.

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Martin Fowler

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11/2/2025 • EN

Josh Comeau

Josh W. Comeau is a frontend developer, educator and creator known for his engaging tutorials and deep dives into modern web development. On his blog he writes about React, CSS, animation, accessibility and design systems, combining technical precision with visual storytelling. His interactive posts make complex concepts easy to understand and help developers learn how the browser really works. Josh is the author of the popular course The Joy of React. His articles often explore the creative and human side of programming, mixing code with empathy and fun. His blog stands out for its clarity, practical value and beautifully crafted interactive examples.

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Josh Comeau

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