Maksim Hodasevich's Blog
Component design preview in Payload CMS
In Payload CMS, variant dropdowns show raw values like solid-light or stats. Editors don't know what they render until they save and look. We added a small visual preview right under the dropdown that shows the matching layout as soon as it's picked. Plain Payload select underneath, around 70 lines of code.
How to Optimize Vercel Cost in 2026
Vercel pricing in detail: compare Pro ($20/user/month) and Enterprise ($3,500+/m), usage-based costs, billing pitfalls, and when self-hosting Next.js delivers better control.
Next.js Styling Guide: Linaria an Tailwind CSS from Setup to Optimization
Linaria and Tailwind CSS in Next.js: installation, code organisation, and performance optimisation in your web applications. See how CSS works to achieve the perfect style for your projects.
How AI Automates Headless CMS Localization in 2026
Learn how AI-driven solutions cut projects' costs and enhance your content localisation process. Tailor headless CMS localisation content to the specific market to increase conversion.
Compare Best Open Source Headless CMS in 2026
Landing on a new open-source CMS platform can be a challenging step. Let’s compare leading open-source headless CMSs, such as Directus and Payload CMS, focusing on AI capabilities like automated content creation, tagging, and SEO optimisation. These features are crucial factors when choosing the best open-source CMS for your business.
Best Sanity and Storyblok Alternatives in 2026
Looking for Sanity or Storyblok alternatives? We compare top options with real data and trade-offs. See which headless CMS matches your needs and sets you up for growth.
Next.js Conf 2024 Highlights and React Framework Future
Next.js 15 is officially here. The FocusReactive team joined the Vercel launch event in person at the London watch party and tuned in to the live stream from San Francisco to catch every update.
Enhancing Content Creation: Visual Editing with Sanity and Storyblok for Next.js
Compare and contrast the visual editing capabilities of Sanity and Storyblok, empowering designers and content creators in the headless CMS world.
Recap of Next.js Conf 2023 and v14 release
Our team have closely followed the Next.js Conf 2023 live stream and we've picked few of our favourite talks to recap. We'll dive deep into the Next.js 14 release, exploring the newest trends and techniques that are poised to shape the future of web development.