FeaturedJan 7, 20263 min sip
Pixel Boba is now on Google — come say hi 👋
Pixel Boba is growing — and now you can officially find us on Google Business. Here is why that matters and how to find us.
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Notes on design, code, and the liquid internet.
Jan 1, 20265 min sip
Happy New Year! (And a fresh start for your pixels)
A warm welcome to 2026, some simple advice for your website, and a small update from the studio.
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Business
Dec 31, 20255 min sip
Should You Build Your Own Website or Hire Someone?
It is the classic time vs money debate. Here is how to know if you should open the website builder yourself or call in a pro.
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Business
Dec 31, 20254 min sip
Do I Really Need a Website? (Short Answer: Yes, You Do)
Social media is rented land. A website is your digital home. Here is why reliance on algorithms is risky and why ownership matters.
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Engineering
Dec 31, 20256 min sip
Shopify Headless: What It Is, And When Your Store Actually Needs It
Confused by the term "Headless Commerce"? We explain what it actually means, when you need it, and when you should stick to standard Shopify.
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Business
Dec 31, 20255 min sip
Template vs Custom Website: Which One Fits You?
Templates are not evil. Custom is not always necessary. Here is an honest look at which path is right for your current business stage.
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Design
Dec 31, 20254 min sip
What Makes a Good Website?
It is not just about cool animations or trendy colors. Here are the fundamentals that actually make a website work for your business.
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Business
Dec 31, 20255 min sip
Why Your Website Isn’t Getting Leads (Even If It Looks Nice)
It is frustrating. You spent money on a design you start to love, but nobody is emailing you. Here is usually why that happens.
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Engineering
Dec 30, 20255 min sip
The Pixel Boba Stack: Why We Build On Next.js 16 (And Why It Matters)
We stopped building on WordPress a while ago. Here is the exact stack we use now, and why it consistently performs better.
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Business
Dec 28, 20254 min sip
The Hidden Cost of Cheap Web Design
Saving money on a website often costs much more over time. Here is why the template deal is usually not a deal.
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