SVG symbols are powerful for performance, but the Shadow DOM often blocks standard CSS animations. Ahmad Wael explains how to use SVG CSS Custom Properties as a bridge to animate reusable symbols independently. Learn to build lightweight, maintainable graphics without duplicating code or bloating your WordPress site’s DOM.
When a client wants to add “holiday magic” with high-res winter desktop wallpapers, it often turns into a performance nightmare. Senior developer Ahmad Wael shares his trenches-tested approach to optimizing seasonal site assets without destroying your Core Web Vitals or LCP scores. Learn why 4K PNGs are the enemy of fast sites.
Real-time dashboards often confuse activity with productivity. Master them by moving beyond high-speed polling to strategic UX patterns like delta indicators, sparklines, and skeleton UIs. Reduce cognitive load and build trust in high-stakes environments using proven accessibility and reliability strategies.
Reducing your website’s carbon footprint isn’t just about the planet—it’s about performance. Senior dev Ahmad Wael explains why minimizing page weights and stripping bloat is the ultimate win-win for users and the environment. Learn the 5-step masterplan to decarbonize your user journeys and write leaner, greener WordPress code today.
Stop fighting with rigid vector graphics. Ahmad Wael explains how to use SVG symbols and CSS media queries to build high-performance, Adaptive SVGs that look perfect on any screen. Learn the senior-level trick for managing complex illustrations without the performance bloat of duplicated assets or heavy JavaScript swaps.
Vibe coding is the latest trend in AI development, but it’s a dangerous trap for enterprise UX. Senior developer Ahmad Wael explains why AI-assisted prototyping requires a solid blueprint to avoid technical debt and the “lopsided horse” problem. Learn how to master intentional prototyping and build robust, scalable digital products fast.
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