Backend
The Developer's Guide to WebSockets
Learn when and how to use WebSockets for real-time features, with practical patterns for connection management, scaling, and common pitfalls.
Gareth Clubb 11 min read Articles by Gareth Clubb
Gareth Clubb 11 min read Backend
How to Design a Database Schema That Scales
Practical guide to designing database schemas that scale cleanly, covering normalisation, denormalisation, naming and common mistakes.
Gareth Clubb 8 min read DevOps
Dependency Management Without the Chaos
A practical guide to managing dependencies so your projects stay secure, up to date, and free from unexpected breakage.
Gareth Clubb 9 min read Workflows
The Developer's Guide to Working with Legacy Code
Practical strategies for working with legacy code, from adding tests to safe refactoring and the strangler fig pattern.
Gareth Clubb 10 min read Tools & Tech
Terminal Tools Every Developer Should Know
Essential terminal tools that boost developer productivity. From modern CLI replacements to powerful workflow utilities.
Gareth Clubb 8 min read Collaboration
Code Reviews That Don't Waste Time
Run code reviews that catch real issues without becoming a bottleneck. Practical tips for reviewers and authors.
Gareth Clubb 9 min read Career
The Senior Developer Mindset
What separates senior developers from mid-level ones is not years of experience. It is mindset, judgement, and how they approach problems.
Gareth Clubb 9 min read Architecture
Monorepos vs Polyrepos: Which Is Right for You?
Monorepos vs polyrepos compared honestly. Learn the trade-offs of each approach and how to choose the right repository strategy for your team.
Gareth Clubb 8 min read Code Quality
TypeScript Patterns That Make Your Code Safer
Practical TypeScript patterns that make your code safer, from discriminated unions to branded types, with real-world examples.
Gareth Clubb 7 min read