Tech
Jan 21, 2021
Understanding Python's __init__.py
__init__.py files are more than just placeholders—they define packages, control imports, and can even initialize modules in Python projects.
Read the full story
BLOG / ALL
Coding and living in Finland.
Writing about engineering, life, and things I'm slowly figuring out.
45–55 of 192 articles
Tech
Jan 14, 2021
Understanding JavaScript Microtasks vs Macrotasks
Master JavaScript's event loop with a deep dive into the execution order of async/await, Promises, and setTimeout.
Reads7.3kComments1
Read the full story
Tech
Jan 4, 2021
Set Up a Global .gitignore File
Keep your project .gitignore clean by configuring a global ignore file for system and editor-specific clutter.
Reads7.2kComments0
Read the full story
Tech
Mar 22, 2020
Build a Time Control UI with Canvas
From high-DPI canvas scaling to hover/click interaction, this post explains how to implement a timeline UI using HTML5 Canvas.
Reads5.6kComments2
Read the full story
Tech
Feb 23, 2020
Visualizing the Pandemic with Maps
Behind the scenes of an interactive coronavirus map — from heatmaps to categorized visuals, a story of data visualization and design evolution.
Reads10kComments6
Read the full story
Tech
Aug 30, 2019
Building a Dot Map from Scratch
A full walkthrough on creating a custom dot map using QGIS, Canvas, and JavaScript — from data extraction to pixel rendering.
Reads13kComments4
Read the full story
Tech
Jun 6, 2019
How to Load Stunning Mapbox Maps in WeChat Mini Programs
Use web-view to embed Mapbox GL JS and unlock rich visual features like 3D, heatmaps, and clustering within your WeChat Mini Program.
Reads8.6kComments0
Read the full story
Life
Jan 22, 2019
Greetings from the World
An engineer’s story of building a postcard exchange platform—connecting strangers around the world through stories, creativity, and serendipitous messages.
Reads2.4kComments0
Read the full story
Tech
Jan 22, 2019
Using Mapbox Maps in WeChat Mini Programs
WeChat Mini Programs don't officially support third-party maps, but with a clever web-view workaround, this post demonstrates how to embed interactive Mapbox maps—covering enterprise requirements, domain verification, and postMessage communication.
Reads2.8kComments0
Read the full story
Tech
Jan 10, 2019
JavaScript Padding Numbers with Leading Zeros
Learn how to pad numbers with leading zeros using a simple one-liner in JavaScript, and watch out for edge cases with overly long numbers.
Reads6.5kComments6
Read the full story
Tech
Dec 27, 2018
Automatic SSH Deployment with Travis CI
From manual deployment to full automation, this post walks through configuring Travis CI to run builds and deploy code to remote servers over SSH.
Reads11kComments0
Read the full story