Half-built Thoughts

Notes on building and thinking

Posts on development, design, and ideas in progress.

Why I Love Svelte (and SvelteKit)

After working with Svelte for a couple of years, I’ve come to appreciate its uniqueness. Here are a few key-features that stand out most.

Older Posts

May 3, 2025
Design

Designing for Trust

Not all design is manipulative. This post looks at how clear, respectful interfaces give users control, and why it matters more than ever.
May 3, 2025
Design

The Subtle Tricks of UI

A look at how subtle design choices can influence what we click, skip, or commit to. UX isn’t always neutral, and that’s what makes it worth paying attention to.
April 14, 2025
Notes to Self

This Doesn’t Have to Be a Big Deal

A soft launch for the blog, where I’ll be writing about development, design, and whatever else I’m thinking through.