Gridable

Gridable is an interactive CSS Grid layout generator and learning tool. It empowers developers to visually design complex grid layouts, then export them instantly as HTML, CSS code. It also serves as a teaching tool, offering real-time visualizations to help beginners understand grid concepts.

Client

Open Source Project

Tech Stack

React

TypeScript

CSS Grid

Tailwind CSS

Vite

Key Features

Visual CSS Grid editor with drag-and-drop interface

Real-time code generation (CSS, HTML, React)

Interactive grid item positioning and sizing

Grid area naming and management

Responsive breakpoint support

Problems and Thought Process

Creating an intuitive visual representation of CSS Grid concepts

Implementing real-time code generation that stays in sync with visual changes

Building a responsive editor that works across different screen sizes

Handling complex grid layouts with overlapping areas and gaps

Making CSS Grid concepts accessible to beginners

Solutions

Developed a custom grid visualization system using CSS Grid and absolute positioning

Built a reactive code generation engine that updates instantly with visual changes

Implemented a responsive design system that adapts the editor interface

Created algorithms to handle grid area conflicts and provide helpful warnings

Added interactive tutorials and tooltips to guide users through complex concepts

Lessons Learned

Building Gridable showed me how much clarity matters when teaching technical concepts. Beginners need strong visuals and small hints that guide them through without feeling lost. I learned that even advanced tools should feel approachable, like a friendly teacher rather than a complicated manual.