Writing by Abdul Manan
Thoughts on web development, design, SEO and learning to build for the web.
From Figma to Code — My Design Workflow
How I go from a blank Figma canvas to a working, responsive website — the decisions, the handoff, and the details that make it feel finished.
10 JavaScript Tips Every Beginner Should Know
Small habits that made my JavaScript cleaner and less buggy — from const-by-default to guard clauses and optional chaining.
SEO for Developers — How I Get Pages to Rank
Search engine optimization isn't magic. It's clean HTML, fast pages, good metadata and structured data. Here's the practical checklist I use.
Responsive Web Design — One Site, Every Screen
How I make websites that look right on a 360px phone and a 4K monitor, using fluid layouts, sensible breakpoints and a mobile-first mindset.
How I Built This Portfolio
A behind-the-scenes look at building a fast, GitHub-driven portfolio with zero build step — projects and blog posts that update themselves.
Clean, Minimal Web Design — Less but Better
Minimalism isn't about empty pages. It's about removing everything that isn't doing a job, so the things that matter can breathe.
Learning Web Development as a Student
What actually helped me learn to build for the web — and what turned out to be a waste of time. An honest note from someone still learning.