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Sturdee Tech Blog

In-depth lessons on web development, programming, and Shopify — each article links to free interactive tutorials.

JavaScriptMar 15, 202610 min read

JavaScript DOM Manipulation — Select, Modify & Events

Query the DOM with querySelector, update content, classes, and handle click/submit events in vanilla JavaScript.

ToolsMar 15, 202612 min read

Next.js App Router Guide — Server Components & Routing

Learn Next.js App Router: file-based routing, layouts, server components, and data fetching in 2026.

CareerMar 12, 20269 min read

GitHub for Beginners — Repos, Commits, Pull Requests

Learn Git and GitHub: init, commit, push, branches, pull requests, and open source contribution basics.

BackendMar 12, 20268 min read

Git Branching Workflow — feature, main & Pull Requests

Git branching strategies for solo devs and teams: main, develop, feature branches, and merge vs rebase.

ToolsMar 12, 20269 min read

Web Performance & Core Web Vitals — LCP, FID, CLS Explained

Improve Core Web Vitals for SEO: Largest Contentful Paint, Interaction to Next Paint, and Cumulative Layout Shift.

ToolsMar 12, 20268 min read

Why Learn Rust? — Memory Safety & Systems Programming

Why developers learn Rust in 2026: ownership, performance, WASM, and careers at systems companies.

HTMLMar 12, 20268 min read

ARIA Accessibility in HTML — Roles, Labels & Live Regions

Use ARIA attributes when native HTML isn't enough. aria-label, aria-hidden, roles, and live regions for screen readers.

HTMLMar 10, 20266 min read

HTML Tables for Data — thead, tbody & Accessibility

When and how to use HTML tables for tabular data. Scope attributes, captions, and responsive table patterns.

CSSMar 10, 20268 min read

Tailwind CSS vs Traditional CSS — When to Use Each

Compare Tailwind utility-first CSS with traditional stylesheets. Pros, cons, and learning path for 2026 developers.

PythonMar 8, 20268 min read

Python Data Types Explained — int, str, list, dict & More

Python built-in types: numbers, strings, lists, tuples, dicts, sets. Mutability and type checking.

ShopifyMar 8, 20268 min read

Shopify Sections & Blocks — Theme Architecture Explained

How Shopify sections and blocks work in theme architecture. Schema, presets, and dynamic sources.

JavaScriptMar 5, 20269 min read

JavaScript Array Methods — map, filter, reduce Explained

Functional array methods in JavaScript: map, filter, reduce, find, and some. Real examples for data transformation.

JavaScriptMar 5, 202611 min read

Node.js for Beginners — Run JavaScript on the Server

Introduction to Node.js: npm, modules, file system, and building your first API with Express or Next.js.

HTMLMar 1, 20268 min read

Responsive HTML & Mobile-First Structure

Mobile-first HTML structure: viewport meta, responsive images, picture element, and semantic layout for phones and tablets.

CSSMar 1, 20267 min read

CSS Variables (Custom Properties) — Theming & Design Tokens

Use CSS custom properties for colors, spacing, and themes. Dark mode and design system patterns.

CareerFeb 22, 202611 min read

Technical Interview Prep — Coding, System Design & Behavior

technical interview prep: Prepare for developer interviews: LeetCode strategy, system design basics, STAR behavioral answers, and take-home projects.

BackendFeb 22, 202610 min read

REST API Design Basics — Endpoints, Status Codes & JSON

Design RESTful APIs: HTTP methods, status codes, resource naming, versioning, and error response patterns.

ToolsFeb 22, 20267 min read

Best VS Code Extensions for Web Developers (2026)

Essential VS Code extensions: ESLint, Prettier, Tailwind IntelliSense, GitLens, and Live Server for web dev productivity.

ToolsFeb 22, 202610 min read

Blockchain & Smart Contracts for Beginners — Web3 Intro

Introduction to blockchain, Ethereum, smart contracts, and Solidity for curious web developers.

CSSFeb 22, 20267 min read

CSS Specificity Explained — Why Your Styles Don't Apply

Understand CSS specificity: inline, IDs, classes, elements. Debug conflicts and use !important sparingly.

PythonFeb 20, 20269 min read

Django vs Flask — Which Python Web Framework?

Compare Django and Flask for Python web development. Batteries-included vs microframework tradeoffs.

ShopifyFeb 20, 20269 min read

Shopify CLI Setup Guide — theme dev, check & push

Install Shopify CLI, run shopify theme dev, theme check linting, and deploy themes to stores.

JavaScriptFeb 18, 202611 min read

JavaScript ES6+ Features Every Developer Should Know

Arrow functions, destructuring, spread, template literals, modules, and let/const — modern JavaScript essentials.

JavaScriptFeb 18, 202610 min read

React Hooks Explained for Beginners — useState & useEffect

Understand React hooks: useState for state, useEffect for side effects, and rules of hooks for functional components.

HTMLFeb 14, 20267 min read

HTML Meta Tags for SEO — Title, Description & Open Graph

Essential HTML meta tags for SEO: title, description, canonical, robots, Open Graph, and Twitter cards explained for developers.

CSSFeb 14, 20269 min read

CSS Responsive Design — Breakpoints & Mobile-First Media Queries

Responsive CSS with mobile-first media queries, breakpoints, clamp(), and container queries for modern layouts.

CareerFeb 10, 202610 min read

10 Coding Portfolio Projects for Beginners That Get Hired

coding portfolio projects: Portfolio project ideas for junior developers: todo app, weather API, blog, e-commerce mock, and what recruiters look for.

CareerFeb 10, 20267 min read

Learning to Code While Working Full-Time — Realistic Schedule

Study plan for learning programming with a day job: 1-hour daily habit, weekends, burnout avoidance, and milestones.

BackendFeb 10, 20268 min read

PostgreSQL vs MySQL — Which Database Should You Learn?

Compare PostgreSQL and MySQL for web development. Features, hosting, JSON support, and job market in 2026.

BackendFeb 10, 20269 min read

API Authentication with JWT — Tokens, Sessions & Security

How JWT authentication works for APIs. Access tokens, refresh tokens, and comparison with session cookies.

ToolsFeb 10, 20266 min read

JSON Explained for Developers — Syntax, APIs & Parsing

What is JSON? Syntax rules, parsing with JSON.parse, stringifying, and using JSON in REST APIs.

CSSFeb 10, 20267 min read

Dark Mode with CSS — prefers-color-scheme & CSS Variables

Implement dark mode using CSS prefers-color-scheme, data attributes, and custom properties without JavaScript flash.

PythonFeb 8, 20268 min read

Python Virtual Environments — venv, pip & Dependencies

Set up Python virtual environments with venv. Install packages, requirements.txt, and project isolation.

PythonFeb 8, 202610 min read

Learn Python for Web Development — Complete Path

Roadmap to learn Python for web backends: syntax, Flask/Django, databases, and deployment.

ShopifyFeb 8, 202611 min read

Shopify Theme Customization — Sections, JSON Templates & OS 2.0

Customize Shopify Online Store 2.0 themes with sections, blocks, JSON templates, and the theme editor.

JavaScriptFeb 5, 202610 min read

JavaScript Async/Await — Complete Guide for Beginners

Master async/await, Promises, and fetch in JavaScript. Handle API calls, errors, and parallel requests.

JavaScriptFeb 5, 20268 min read

TypeScript vs JavaScript — Should You Learn TypeScript in 2026?

Compare TypeScript and JavaScript. Types, tooling, job market, and when to add TypeScript to your stack.

HTMLFeb 1, 20269 min read

HTML Forms & Accessibility — Best Practices (2026)

Build accessible HTML forms with labels, ARIA, validation messages, and keyboard navigation. WCAG-compliant patterns for developers.

CSSFeb 1, 202611 min read

CSS Grid Layout Tutorial — Templates, Gaps & Areas

Learn CSS Grid: grid-template-columns, fr units, grid-template-areas, and responsive grids without media queries.

CareerJan 25, 202612 min read

How to Become a Web Developer in 2026 — Step-by-Step

Realistic path to become a web developer: skills, portfolio, timeline, and free resources including Sturdee tutorials.

CareerJan 25, 20268 min read

Remote Developer Jobs — How to Find and Land Remote Work

Find remote software jobs: job boards, async communication, time zones, and portfolio tips for remote-first companies.

BackendJan 25, 20269 min read

SQL JOINs Explained — INNER, LEFT, RIGHT & FULL

Visual guide to SQL JOINs with examples. Combine tables, avoid Cartesian products, and practice interview questions.

BackendJan 25, 202610 min read

Docker for Developers — Containers Explained Simply

Introduction to Docker: images, containers, Dockerfile, and docker-compose for local development.

ToolsJan 25, 202610 min read

SEO for Developers — Technical SEO Checklist

Technical SEO developers control: sitemaps, robots.txt, canonical URLs, structured data, and page speed.

JavaScriptJan 25, 20268 min read

JavaScript Error Handling — try/catch, Custom Errors & Logging

Handle errors in JavaScript properly: try/catch/finally, Error classes, async errors, and user-friendly messages.

PythonJan 22, 20267 min read

Python List Comprehensions — Clean Data Transformation

Python list comprehensions syntax, examples, and when to use them vs loops. Includes dict and set comprehensions.

PythonJan 22, 20269 min read

Python Automation Scripts — Automate Boring Tasks

Write Python scripts to automate files, CSVs, emails, and APIs. pathlib, csv, and requests basics.

ShopifyJan 22, 202610 min read

Shopify Liquid Basics — Tags, Objects & Filters

Learn Shopify Liquid templating: output tags, logic tags, objects like product and collection, and filters.

ShopifyJan 22, 20269 min read

Shopify Liquid Filters & Objects — Reference for Theme Devs

Essential Liquid filters and objects for Shopify themes: product, cart, money filters, and date formatting.

JavaScriptJan 20, 20269 min read

JavaScript Closures Explained — Simple Guide with Examples

Understand JavaScript closures: lexical scope, inner functions, and practical use cases in React, callbacks, and modules.

JavaScriptJan 20, 20268 min read

JavaScript Fetch API Tutorial — GET, POST & Error Handling

Use fetch() to call REST APIs in JavaScript. JSON parsing, headers, POST bodies, and CORS basics.

HTMLJan 15, 20268 min read

What Is HTML Semantic Markup? Complete Guide for Developers

Learn HTML semantic elements — header, nav, main, article, section — and why they matter for accessibility, SEO, and maintainable code.

CSSJan 15, 202610 min read

CSS Flexbox Complete Guide — Align, Justify & Build Layouts

Master CSS Flexbox: flex-direction, justify-content, align-items, gap, and wrap. Build navbars, cards, and centered layouts.

CSSJan 15, 20268 min read

CSS Animations & Transitions — Smooth UI Motion

CSS transition and @keyframes animation guide. Transform, opacity, and performance best practices.