Balraj Singh

Balraj Singh @balrajola

About: Software engineer with 10 years experience developing simple & anti-fragile software for high-volume businesses. Improved Mobile App's stability and responsiveness by incorporating patterns & practice

Joined:
Jan 24, 2023

Balraj Singh
articles - 89 total

5 Underrated NPM Packages You’re Not Using (But Should Be)

The world of NPM is massive. Over 2 million packages, and yet, most developers end up using the same...

Learn More 18 3Mar 4

Modern JavaScript Patterns You’ll Want to Use in 2025.

JavaScript is always changing. Some patterns stick around, some fade, and some evolve into something...

Learn More 117 12Feb 25

10 Hidden Gems in GitHub Actions for Automating Your Workflow

GitHub Actions has changed the game for automation. CI/CD, testing, and deployments? Sure, those are...

Learn More 80 1Feb 19

10 Git Commands You’ll Wish You Knew Earlier

Git can be intimidating when you’re just starting out. Most developers stick to git add, git commit,...

Learn More 195 18Feb 17

How to Write Clean Code: Refactoring and Best Practices

Let’s be honest, every developer (yes, even the ones with years of experience) has shipped messy code...

Learn More 129 19Feb 13

10 DeepSeek R1 Prompts for Coding That Actually Save You Time.

Most people don’t know how to prompt AI properly. They type something vague like “Optimize this...

Learn More 34 0Feb 10

10 Underrated Swift Features You Probably Aren’t Using (But Should)

Swift is packed with cool tricks that often go unnoticed. While everyone obsesses over async/await...

Learn More 9 0Feb 5

7 Swift Hacks You Wish You Knew Sooner

You know that feeling when you write a code, only to realize later, there was a one-liner that...

Learn More 16 0Feb 3

Top 10 Python Libraries That Will Save You Hours of Work.

If you write Python code regularly, you know that some tasks can be painfully repetitive. Python...

Learn More 26 0Jan 31

Everyone Teaches Coding, But No One Talks About These 5 Skills Developers Actually Need.

Coding bootcamps, YouTube tutorials, and online courses have one thing in common: they teach you how...

Learn More 15 2Jan 28

JavaScript Performance Optimization Tips for 2025.

JavaScript is a powerhouse. It’s flexible, powerful, and frankly, one of the biggest reasons the web...

Learn More 165 34Jan 25

The Top 10 Mistakes Developers Make When Writing APIs (And How to Fix Them)

APIs are the glue that holds modern software together. They’re the bridges that connect systems,...

Learn More 81 5Jan 20

From Junior to Senior Developer: Essential Skills You Need in 2025.

You might be thinking, “I’m already learning JavaScript and React, what else could I possibly need to...

Learn More 88 9Jan 17

10 Common Coding Mistakes That Every Developer Should Avoid.

We all make mistakes. If you're a developer, you’ve probably spent hours (okay, maybe days) debugging...

Learn More 59 12Jan 13

20 Tips from a Senior iOS Developer.

Trust me I am not going to bore you with the usual "how to write clean code" and 10 other similar...

Learn More 16 0Jan 8

Top 10 Workflow Automation Tools for Developers in 2025.

Here are my top 10 picks for tools that’ll make your developer life easier (in the best way...

Learn More 18 2Jan 7

10 Must-Know Online Communities for Developers in 2025.

We all know the usuals: StackOverflow, GitHub Discussions, Reddit… great platforms, but let’s be...

Learn More 23 2Jan 2

10 GitHub Repositories That Will Level Up Your Coding Skills in 2025.

Here’s something you don’t hear every day: GitHub is more than just a code dump. It’s where you can...

Learn More 21 0Dec 31 '24

10 Modern Browser Extensions Every Developer Should Use in 2025.

A few months ago, I realized my browser was more cluttered than my code comments. Too many tabs, no...

Learn More 179 5Dec 26 '24

From Junior to Senior Developer: Essential Skills You Need in 2025.

Transitioning from a junior to a senior developer isn't just about years of experience. It's about...

Learn More 71 8Dec 23 '24

5 Open-Source AI Tools You’ve Probably Missed.

When we hear "AI tools," our minds often default to ChatGPT or similar conversational AI. And while...

Learn More 29 1Dec 21 '24

Why Every Developer Should Write Tech Blogs: The Unexpected Benefits

Ever thought about writing about your coding experiences? It might seem like just another task, but...

Learn More 38 13Dec 18 '24

The Remote Developer's Toolkit: 10 Must-Have Apps and Software for Working from Home

When working remotely, having the right tools can be the difference between a productive day and a...

Learn More 32 5Dec 16 '24

Advanced CSS Tricks for 2025. Elevate Your Web Designs

1. Variable Fonts: Efficient and Flexible Typography Variable fonts offer a significant advantage by...

Learn More 16 0Dec 14 '24

5 Underrated NPM Packages You’re Not Using (But Should Be)

The world of NPM is vast. With over 2 million packages available, it’s easy to gravitate towards the...

Learn More 85 10Dec 10 '24

Unpopular Opinion: TypeScript is Overrated (Or Is It?)

TypeScript. The tool that promises to catch your bugs before they sneak into production. It’s been...

Learn More 35 43Dec 4 '24

10 Hidden Gems in GitHub Actions for Automating Your Workflow

GitHub Actions has revolutionized how we automate workflows, especially in a DevOps-driven world....

Learn More 74 3Dec 2 '24

10 Git Commands You’ll Wish You Knew Earlier

Git can feel intimidating when you’re starting out. Most of us stick to the basics: git add, git...

Learn More 220 22Nov 28 '24

When (and When Not) to Use Tailwind CSS in Your Projects

Tailwind CSS is one of those tools that spark strong opinions in the developer community. Some swear...

Learn More 17 1Nov 25 '24

20 Free APIs to Kickstart Your Side Projects

Here’s a curated list of 20 free APIs that can transform your side projects, whether you’re building...

Learn More 191 26Nov 22 '24