CSS Tricks: Create a Striped Background Effect with Pure CSS & Tailwind

Posted on 13 Feb 2025

While browsing the Tailwind CSS website, one little detail caught my eye: the striped background.

Screenshot of Tailwind CSS website with striped background

Screenshot of Tailwind CSS website with striped background

At first, I assumed it was just a simple background image. But after inspecting the element, I realized it was pure CSS magic. My next thought was: I need to try this out myself and document it here so I can remember how to do it.

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Your Pace in Space

Posted on 04 Feb 2025
Stillness is relative. Did you know that your pace in space is 2.1 million km/h (1.3 million mi/h)? It’s mind-blowing — and we don’t even notice it. That’s why I’ve created a simple illustration to show it – available in both metric and imperial units.
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My Ultimate Cheatsheet for Conventional Commit Types: Simplified for Everyday Use

Posted on 27 Jan 2025

I first learned about Conventional Commits in 2020, while managing a small platform engineering project. We were searching for a simple way to generate release notes automatically, and that’s when we stumbled upon conventional commits. The developers loved it immediately, so we decided to integrate it into our daily workflow.

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My Journey Into Electronics: From Beginner to Confident Maker

Posted on 25 Sep 2024

Ten years ago, I had no idea where to begin with electronics. I wasn’t even looking for it. One day, while browsing a local store, I came across a small experiment kit on the shelf. It caught my eye immediately. Without knowing much about what was inside or how I would use it, I decided to buy it—and that decision changed everything.

The kit had simple components like LEDs, resistors, and a small battery. There were step-by-step instructions to build basic circuits, like lighting up an LED or triggering a small buzzer. I followed the guide carefully, and to my surprise, the circuits worked perfectly on my first try. This immediate success gave me the confidence to continue exploring electronics.

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I Did It: My 'About Me' Page is Finally Live!

Posted on 27 Jan 2023

It’s official! After much thought and a bit of procrastination, I’ve finally completed my About Me page.

It’s a space where you can get to know me better: who I am, what I’m passionate about, and why I created this blog. Whether you’re here for the first time or you’ve been following along for a while, I hope you enjoy this little window into my world.

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Free Impressum & Privacy Policy Generator for German Sites

Posted on 18 Jan 2023
Discover how I found an easy, free solution to create an Impressum and Privacy Policy for my German website without the need to provide personal information. I’ll walk you through the tools that saved me time and stress, and explain why they’re a great option for website owners targeting a German audience.
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Build a Customizable Progress Indicator with Pure CSS: Harvey Ball Example

Posted on 06 Jan 2023
I’ll show you how to build a fully customizable progress indicator using pure CSS, featuring Harvey Ball-style visuals. You’ll learn how to easily adjust the size, color, and progress values with CSS variables. We’ll also cover how to keep values in check with clamping and explore some upcoming CSS features. Whether you’re working on a dashboard or just want to add a sleek visual element, this tutorial has you covered - no extra libraries needed!
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Hello World - The Beginning of My Journey

Posted on 31 Dec 2022

Here I am, closing out 2022 by reaching an important personal goal:

  1. I’ve launched my own blog.
  2. I’ve published my first post.
  3. I’ve taken the first step in my mission.

But no, my mission is far from accomplished: it’s only just getting started.

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