Node.js can run TypeScript
Rejoyce through a combination of command-line flags
About Sam
Hello there. I'm Sam, and I write about the web. I'm available for consulting. See some open-source packages I've built.
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Popular Posts
AWS Amplify Is A Grift
Something something Amplify is bad
Observing rendered DOM nodes
Observe DOM appearance, size and and rendering position on a page.
Baldur's Gate 3 Character Choice
Explaining the confusing way in which BG3 plays
Post-Request/Response Apps
We've collectively forgotten how to write ✨ servers ✨.
Kuto, a reverse JS bundler
Cut your JavaScript down to size…I guess? ✂️
Recent Posts
CJS Equivalency
Some musings on CJS vs ESM and how to support old code
December Tech Vibe Check
What's been up in Sam's tech life at the end of 2023
Opinions On Sydney Rail Transport
I'm funemployed now so have too much time to think about these things
AbortController for expiry
The AbortController can be flipped on its head for memoized/cached values. Learn how.
Practical Python Modules
Python modules suck—here's some guidance if you've used Node.
Focus Management in 2022 📺
I spoke about <dialog> and inert! Watch it, plus read an addendum. 👀
Event-Driven JavaScript Development
You should be building objects that emit their own events in JS. Learn how!
Cross-Tab Title Hints
Hidden tabs can be made to work for your users—find out how 👀