“As to methods, there may be a million and then some, but principles are few. The person who grasps principles can successfully select their own methods. The person who tries methods, ignoring principles, is sure to have trouble.” — Harrington Emerson , The Clothier and Furnisher (July 1911), via James Clear’s 3-2-1 Thursday, July 3, 2025 .

This quote feels incredibly relevant today. In an era defined by rapid innovation and the rise of agentic AI , new methods and tools emerge constantly. It’s easy to get lost in the sheer volume of techniques. However, Emerson’s insight reminds us that understanding fundamental principles is paramount. Methods will always evolve, but a strong grasp of underlying principles allows us to adapt, innovate, and navigate this fast-changing landscape effectively.

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In this post, I’ll share my experience setting up a new personal website using Hugo static site generator combined with Daisy UI component library.

Why Hugo?

Hugo is an excellent choice for personal blogs and portfolios because:

• Lightning fast build times
• Zero JavaScript required for basic functionality
• Rich templating system
• Great documentation and community support

Adding Daisy UI

Daisy UI brings the power of Tailwind CSS with pre-built components:

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npm install -D daisyui@latest

Then configure your tailwind.config.js:

The web development landscape continues to evolve rapidly. Here are my thoughts on the current state and future directions.

The Component Revolution

Component-based architectures have become the standard:

• React continues to dominate with its ecosystem
• Vue 3 offers excellent developer experience
• Svelte provides compile-time optimizations
• Astro brings island architecture to the mainstream

Performance Matters More Than Ever

Core Web Vitals are now crucial for SEO:

The Rise of Edge Computing

Edge platforms are changing how we think about deployment:

After a decade in technology leadership roles, I’ve learned valuable lessons about managing teams, projects, and careers. Here are my key takeaways.

1. Technical Excellence Isn’t Enough

Being a great developer doesn’t automatically make you a great leader. The skills that got you here won’t get you there.

2. Communication is Your Superpower

Clear communication solves 80% of team problems: