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2025

Changelog for Template-NEXT: Version 0.3.2

November 02, 2025

A detailed changelog for Template-NEXT v0.3.2, featuring a Next.js 16 baseline, a Node 20.9+ runtime guard, a new 'versions' command to reveal pinned packages, and UX/publish polish.

Template-NEXT: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Started

November 01, 2025

An in-depth look at Template-NEXT v0.3.2, a professional Next.js project generator with TypeScript, TailwindCSS, and Shadcn/ui. Learn about its Next.js 16 baseline, current directory support, conflict detection, template presets, and how to leverage its capabilities for your next project.

Changelog for Template-NEXT: Versions 0.3.0 and 0.3.1

July 01, 2025

A detailed changelog covering the complete architectural overhaul in Template-NEXT version 0.3.0 and the addition of current directory support in version 0.3.1. These updates transform Template-NEXT from a simple git clone tool into a professional project generator.

ScopeAI: Real-Time, Lightweight Polyp Detection with YOLOv8

June 15, 2025

How I built ScopeAI: a fast, accurate, and clinically practical AI system for polyp detection in colonoscopy images, running on modest hardware, with a modern web interface and YOLOv8 at its core.

Setting Up a Flask App from Scratch: A Beginner's Guide

March 03, 2025

Learn how to set up a Flask app from scratch, including essential files, virtual environments, installing packages, and running your first page locally.

All articles

2025

Changelog for Template-NEXT: Version 0.3.2

Template-NEXT: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Started

Changelog for Template-NEXT: Versions 0.3.0 and 0.3.1

ScopeAI: Real-Time, Lightweight Polyp Detection with YOLOv8

Setting Up a Flask App from Scratch: A Beginner's Guide

2024

Git for Absolute Beginners: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding DNS Record Types: A, AAAA, CNAME, TXT, and More

Guide to Connecting an External Domain from Dynadot to Vercel Hosting

Changelog for Template-NEXT: Versions 0.2.5 and 0.2.6

Template-NEXT: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Started (2.x - Deprecated)

Changelog for Template-NEXT: Version 0.2.4

Branching and Merging with Git: A Step-by-Step Guide

Getting Started with Git: Initializing and Cloning a Repository

Shadcn Carousel Error

Footer Component with React & Tailwind