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Visual diagram showing the four layers of Claude Code customization: rules, skills, subagents, and MCPs
Claude CodeAI Development

Claude Code Customization: When to Use Rules, Skills, Subagents, and MCPs

A practical guide to Claude Code's four customization layers. Learn when to use rules for persistent context, skills for repeatable workflows, subagents for complex autonomous tasks, and MCPs for external integrations.

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19 min read
Comparison of generic versus distinctive app design systems showcasing unique visual identities
Design SystemsUI/UX

How to Make Your App Un-Lovable: Breaking Free from Generic Design

Learn why distinctive design systems matter and how to create visually unique applications that stand out from the crowd of identical-looking products.

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12 min read
Visual representation of design principles and AI-generated aesthetics in modern product development
Design SystemsAI Development

Why Design is Everything in the AI Coding Era

As AI coding tools commoditize development, thoughtful design becomes the critical differentiator between generic products and market leaders.

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10 min read
TypeScript-based AI SDKs transforming modern development workflows and challenging Python's traditional dominance
TypeScriptAI Development

Why TypeScript-Based AI SDKs Are Reshaping Development in 2026

TypeScript AI frameworks are challenging Python's dominance as developers prioritize unified tech stacks. Discover why frameworks like Mastra are gaining traction and how to choose the right SDK for your AI applications.

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11 min read
Evaluating AI development platforms: framework for assessing vendor lock-in, pricing transparency, and technical flexibility
AI DevelopmentVendor Lock-In

How to Evaluate AI Development Platforms Without Vendor Lock-In

AI-powered development platforms promise rapid prototyping, but hidden vendor lock-in and opaque pricing can trap your project. Learn how to evaluate platforms like Lovable, v0.dev, and others using a systematic framework that protects your flexibility while maintaining development speed.

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13 min read
Visual guide showing 6 user acquisition strategies for getting your first 100 users
Vibe CodingUser Acquisition

How I Got My First 100 Users: A Vibe Coding Growth Story

Discover 6 user acquisition strategies tested in the real world. Learn which tactics worked, which failed, and how Vibe Coding methodology accelerates early-stage growth for indie hackers and startup founders.

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12 min read
How to Make Claude Code Lovable
Vibe CodingClaude Code

How to Make Claude Code Create Beautiful Websites

Learn the exact two-file design system that transforms Claude Code from producing plain websites to creating beautiful, Lovable-quality designs. Includes specific configuration requirements and styling principles.

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7 min read
Building a SaaS product with Lovable: lessons learned about rapid prototyping and technical trade-offs
Vibe CodingLovable

How I Built a Fully SaaS Product in Just 25 Days and with €175 - and Why I Regret Building with Lovable

I built a fully functional SaaS product in 25 days with just €175 using Lovable. The speed was incredible, but the React architecture without proper server-side rendering created critical limitations. Here's what I learned about choosing the right tech stack for Vibe Coding projects.

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8 min read