Welcome to my corner of the internet. I write about web development, share what I'm learning, and explore new ideas.
What I
Build With
Technologies I reach for daily. Always learning, always exploring.
// Languages & Frameworks
React & Next.js
My go-to for fast, SEO-friendly web apps. App Router, RSC, and streaming.
TypeScript
Type-safe JavaScript that catches errors before runtime. Essential for large codebases.
Tailwind CSS
Utility-first CSS for rapid, consistent design systems.
// Tools & Platform
Git & GitHub
Version control, CI/CD with Actions, pull request workflows.
Vercel & Netlify
Deploy with confidence. Edge functions, previews, instant rollbacks.
PostgreSQL
Reliable relational database with Prisma ORM for type-safe access.
// Currently Exploring
Server Components
Deep diving into RSC and streaming — the future of React architecture.
Rust
Systems programming. Interested in WebAssembly and performance.
AI Integration
LLM APIs, RAG patterns, AI-powered developer tools.
Latest
Posts
Recent thoughts, learnings, and experiments.
30 Days with the React Compiler: What I Stopped Memoizing
I spent 30 days with the React Compiler in production. Here's what memoization code I deleted, what performance actually improved, and whether it's worth the compile-time trade-off.
Rust + WebAssembly: When It's Actually Worth the Complexity
Rust and WebAssembly promise blazing performance in the browser. But is the toolchain complexity worth it? Here's what I learned shipping WASM in production.
Data Warehouse vs Data Lake vs Data Mart: Which Do You Actually Need?
Stop guessing which data architecture fits your needs. Here's a practical guide to choosing between data warehouses, data lakes, and data marts—with real costs and migration paths.
Hi, I'm
Nick.
Nick Paolini
nick@nickpaolini.com
I build things for the web. My focus is clean, maintainable code and interfaces that work well for everyone.
When I'm not coding, I explore new tools, read about web standards, and contribute to open source.
Responsive Design
Seamless across devices
Accessibility
Inclusive by default
Performance
Every ms matters
Motion Design
Purposeful animation
Stack &
Principles
My toolkit and the philosophy behind every decision.
01
Frontend
Interfaces that feel natural
02
Backend
APIs that scale and perform
03
DevOps & Tools
Streamlined dev workflow
04
Design Systems
Consistent, accessible UX
01
Code as Communication
I treat code like prose — future developers should understand intent at a glance.
02
Empathy-Driven Dev
Every line of code affects a real person. I design for diverse users and accessibility needs first.
03
Performance is a Feature
Speed isn't vanity — it's user experience. I measure and optimize because every millisecond matters.
04
Continuous Evolution
Technology changes fast, but fundamentals endure. I balance cutting-edge tools with proven patterns.
Let's
Connect.
Have a project in mind or want to collaborate? I'm ready to connect.