Journal

Notes on building for the web.

Articles, deep dives, and occasional thoughts on Next.js, headless CMS, commerce, and the realities of freelance work.

14 Jul 2026

Why I rebuilt my portfolio on Payload and Next.js

A self-funded rebuild is a rare chance to eat your own dog food. Here is why I chose Payload 3 and Next.js for my own site, and what it taught me about the stack I recommend to clients.

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30 Jun 2026

Shopify Hydrogen vs Liquid: how to choose in 2026

Liquid themes and headless Hydrogen storefronts both have a place. The decision is rarely about which is "better" — it is about which fits the brief. Here is how I make the call.

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12 Jun 2026

Migrating WordPress without losing your SEO

A platform migration is the easiest way to undo years of search equity in an afternoon. Here is the process I use to move WordPress sites — to a rebuild, a new host, or headless — without the rankings tanking.

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