Chris Greg

Writing Clean Architecture isn't just about logic; it's about empathy.

It's about writing code for the future you and the next dev to run and maintain without the cognitive load.

When you decouple the service layer from the framework, you aren't just following a pattern. You’re...

The URL Shortening API exemplifies the move toward Clean Architecture by separating business logic into a dedicated services directory.

Technical Breakdown

Structured Routing: The API is versioned (/api/v1) and utilizes a clean directory structure with separate folders for config,...

The Journey: From Interface to Infrastructure

Every architect has a beginning. Mine started here: building visual experiences like this Shea Butter manufacturer on WordPress.

While WordPress taught me the importance of the user journey and market-specific solutions, it also...

Core Implementation

The system is orchestrated using Docker and Docker Compose to ensure a consistent, reproducible environment for both the application and its database.

Backend Stack: Built using Node.js and Express.js.

Infrastructure: Features a fully containerized setup where...