My Tech Stack in 2026
Every year, the JavaScript ecosystem evolves. Here's what I'm using in 2026 and why each tool earned its place in my workflow.
Frontend
Next.js remains my go-to framework. The App Router has matured significantly, and static export works flawlessly for portfolio sites and marketing pages. Paired with TypeScript and Tailwind CSS, I can prototype ideas in hours instead of days.
Framer Motion handles all my animations. The declarative API makes complex choreography feel effortless, and the bundle size is reasonable for what you get.
Backend
Node.js + Express for traditional REST APIs. Supabase when I need a quick Postgres backend with authentication baked in. For more complex systems, I reach for raw PostgreSQL with Drizzle ORM.
DevOps & Deployment
GitHub Actions for CI/CD — it's free for public repos and integrates seamlessly. Vercel for frontend deployments. Docker when I need reproducible environments.
Mobile
React Native + Expo is unbeatable for cross-platform mobile development. The Expo ecosystem has improved dramatically, and EAS Build handles the painful parts of app store deployment.
The Philosophy
I don't chase trends. I pick tools that are stable, well-documented, and have strong communities. Boring technology is reliable technology.