Notes by bang Maru

A Weekend with a Side Project

No stakeholders, no deadlines, no Jira tickets. Just you and a dumb idea that might turn into something.

Design

Designing with Constraints

Limitations aren't obstacles to creativity. They're the structure that makes creativity possible.

Wrenches and hand tools hanging on a workshop wall

Small Tools, Big Impact

The best developer tools do one thing well and get out of your way. A love letter to focused software.

May 28, 2026 2 min

Notes

Gw Nulis Karena Sering Lupa, Ternyata Itu Cara Yang Tepat

Writing about what you're learning is the fastest way to find out what you don't actually understand.

May 28, 2026 8 min

The Case for Static

Static sites aren't a step backwards. They're what you get when you take performance and simplicity seriously.

Building for the Long Term

The frameworks will change. The databases will change. What survives is the clarity of your thinking.