Hi, I'm Jan Kraus
I take photos, run, code on the web, and tell stories about my life.
Lates from the blog
An unique collection of personal stories, thoughts, moments and ideas...
- • development Downloading files in Remix with useFetcher hook
Handling file downloads is a common requirement in web apps, whether it’s for exporting data as CSVs or generating PDF reports. Recently, I developed a feature that enables users to download files after specific interactions, like clicking a button to generate a report. In this article, I’ll explore practical approaches to implementing file downloads in Remix.
- • personal journal Summer update
Its been a while since I posted some personal updates. We're in the middle of summer, so I thought it would be a good time to share some of what's been going on lately.
- • development How to build a simple photo gallery with Astro
I recently added a photo gallery to my site, and Astro is a perfect tool for this task. In this article, I'll show you how to build a photo gallery in a few simple steps.
- • photo story Dark skies of Tenerife
In my last trip to Tenerife, I've spent a few nights capturing the night sky. I promised in my previos story that I'll share more photos from that night, so here they are.
- • photo story Highlights from a visit to Tenerife
Last year in December, I had a chance to travel to Tenerife for about a week. It's my 3rd visit to this place, and I still find this place fascinating. I had no particular plans for this trip, so I just went with the flow and explored the island.
- • personal journal This blog is moving to Astro!
For the last 4 years, Gatsby has been the engine behind this blog. But from today onwards, you're browsing a page built with Astro, a web framework that powers fast content sites. Here's why I decided to move away from Gatsby and what I like about Astro.
- • photo story A summer trip to Windermere, Lake District
Earlier in August, I had the pleasure of spending a week-long vacation in Windermere. With group of friends we've enjoyed time off, exploring this area of Lake District. It was a relaxing break and an opportunity to visit some new places.
- • photo story Peak District Highlights
While organising my photos library, I found some photos from a trip to Peak District I did some time ago last year. I realised I never published them, and since I immensely enjoyed the views there, I hope you may too.
- • travel guide 7 things to see on The Seven Sisters Walk
The Seven Sisters Walk in Sussex is one of the most picturesque ones you can find near London. It stretches from Seaford to Eastbourne, traversing a spectacular coastal path that offers magnificent views of the chalk sea cliffs on the English Channel coast.
- • photo story A Trip to Cheddar Gorge
A week ago, with a group of hiking friends, we went for a short getaway to Cheddar Gorge. This photo story is a record from a delightful weekend we spent there, visiting the gorge and some areas around.