When the Form Is Sent, Do the Answers Stay in the Link?
by Diego De Dieu | | Development
GET leaves form answers in the URL, while POST sends them in the request body so a customer's message does not sit in the address bar.
Diego De Dieu
Full-Stack Developer
I am a Full-Stack Developer with over 10 years of experience. As a passionate self-learner, I’ve built my expertise through online courses, research, and hands-on project work. I’m deeply invested in staying current with the latest trends in design, development, and technology, always striving to learn new tools and stay at the forefront of the industry.
Tech Arsenal
React, JS, JSX, TS, NextJS, Tailwind, MUI, MeteorJS, Blaze, HTML, CSS, APIs, MongoDB, MySQL, jQuery
Known For
Reserved. An expert at finding errors and loose ends—he must’ve been a private detective in another life. Skilled at analysis and a realist when it comes to ideas, nothing slips past Diego. Known for his sharp wit and intelligent sense of humor.
Canonical Moment
"The moment I transitioned from web design to fixing my first major bug, I knew I was meant to be a developer."
Things He Loves
Must-Have Apps
VS Code, ChatGPT, Postman
If Diego Were a Meme
What Next.js Middleware Does Before Your Page Loads
by Diego De Dieu | | Development
Next.js middleware runs before the page renders — use it for redirects, headers, and light route gates, not heavy work.
How to Add a Dropdown in React Native Without a Bloated Library
by Diego De Dieu | | Development
React Native has no built-in select. Here's a dropdown that works on iOS and Android — and when a library is actually worth the install.
Apple's New Phone May Open Like a Book. Does Your Site Survive Two Screens?
by Diego De Dieu | | UX/UI
Press ahead of this week's Apple event says a new phone may open like a book — two sizes, two layouts for your site.
Website vs Web App: Which One Does Your Business Need?
by Diego De Dieu | | Development
A website is a brochure and a web app is a tool people log into — here's how Atlanta founders can tell which one they actually need.
Junior Developers and AI: A New Generation, Not a Dying One
by Diego De Dieu | | Development
Entry-level developer hiring is down — but the data assumes a junior profile that's already becoming obsolete. Here's what's actually changing.
Human in the Loop: Why AI Agents Still Need You in the Room
by Diego De Dieu | | AI
AI agents can automate complex tasks, but not every decision should run on autopilot. Learn what "human in the loop" means and how to apply it in your business.
Digital Security for Businesses: The Basics You Can’t Ignore
by Diego De Dieu | | Small Business
Learn the essential digital security practices every Atlanta business needs to protect websites, emails and online systems from cyber threats and downtime.
What is a Webhook? The Alert That Wakes Up Your Business
by Diego De Dieu | | Development
So You Don’t Miss a Thing
What Is an API? (And Why It’s the Secret to Running Your Business Better)
by Diego De Dieu | | Development
Learn what an API is and how it connects your tools, automates tasks, and saves time and money. A simple explanation for small businesses.
Smart Small Business: Use Low-Code Tools, But Don’t Build Your Whole Business on Them
by Diego De Dieu | | Small Business
No-code tools are amazing for quick builds, but they have limits. Learn why smart businesses use them — but don’t depend on them forever.
Strictly Typed: Adopting TypeScript in Your JavaScript Projects
by Diego De Dieu | | Development
Learn how to adopt TypeScript in existing JavaScript projects gradually. Discover strategies and best practices for a smooth transition.