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Engineering
Mar 4, 2026 · 10 min read · By Gabriele Zilinskiene
Next.js vs WordPress: why the decision is made wrong, and what it costs
Most teams compare setup speed. The better question is which stack holds up under performance, security, integration, and ownership pressure over 36 months.
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Mar 4, 2026 · 11 min read · By Gabriele Zilinskiene
What an MVP actually costs in 2025, and why most estimates are wrong before the brief exists
MVP cost depends on constraints, not labels. Without scope, user story clarity, and integration detail, most estimates are placeholders.
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Mar 4, 2026 · 12 min read · By Gabriele Zilinskiene
Eight things a web development agency says that should concern you
High-stakes agency selection is risk management. These signals usually indicate weak delivery discipline, unclear ownership, or future rework.
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