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2 articles · Animation · #react

CSS animation keyframe diagram with timing curves and motion paths on a dark background

CSS Animations & Motion Design: The Complete 2026 Playbook

Everything you need to know about CSS animations in 2026 — keyframes, transitions, scroll-driven effects, performance, React integration, and motion design principles that ship real products.

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How to Create an Aurora Background in React (Free Tailwind)

Learn how to build a stunning aurora background in React using Tailwind CSS — for free, with no heavy dependencies and full customisation control.

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Free components in 40 visual styles

React & Tailwind, copy-paste ready. Glassmorphism, neobrutalism, Y2K and more.

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