Why I Created My Own Blog Site

Introduction

I’ve always wanted a space on the internet that’s completely mine — free from distractions, ads, and algorithmic chaos. That’s why I finally decided to build my own blog.

In this post, I’ll share what motivated me to create this blog, how I built it, and what I plan to share here in the future.

My Motivation

Over time, I realized that platforms like Medium, Hashnode, or Dev.to are great — but they all come with limitations:

You don’t own the platform
Your content lives under someone else's domain
Customization is minimal

I wanted to change that.

What I Wanted

When I started this blog, my goals were simple:

🧠 Share my learnings (especially in tech, gaming, frontend dev etc.)
💡 Build an audience
📢 Promote my projects and products
💼 Showcase my skills to potential employers/clients

How I Built It

This site was built using a modern, performance-focused tech stack:

Next.js (App Router) – For server-side rendering, SEO, and fast navigation
Contentlayer + MDX – For writing structured content with React components
Tailwind CSS – For fast, utility-first styling
Octopus Mail – To manage newsletter subscriptions and automated campaigns
Google Analytics – For tracking traffic, user behavior, and conversions
ImageKit CDN – For real-time image optimization, compression, and global delivery
Vercel – For blazing-fast hosting with built-in CI/CD
rehype-pretty-code – For beautiful syntax highlighting in code blocks
TypeScript – For type safety and autocompletion
Zod + react-hook-form – For client-side form validation and smooth UX
PWA Support – For offline access and installable app experience
Google Search Console + Lighthouse – For SEO visibility, indexing, and performance audits

The goal? ⚡ Fast load times, clean design, and a writer-first experience.

What to Expect

Here’s what you can expect from this blog moving forward:

🧑‍💻 Frontend dev tutorials (React, Next.js, TypeScript)
💭 Personal thoughts on tech trends
🕹️ Gaming content — reviews, news, and thoughts
💻 Tech reviews — honest takes on gadgets, software, and tools
🎮 Maybe even some gameplay commentary or creator tips

Final Thoughts

This blog isn’t just another side project. It’s my digital home. If you’re thinking about starting a blog — do it. You’ll learn a lot, and who knows, it might just open doors for you.

Thanks for reading! 👋
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