I usually go with Jotai, Framer Motion, and a mix of styling tools like Tailwind and SC, depending on the project.
Of course, I often bring in other libraries when it comes to implementing specific details, such as GSAP, D3, Vercel AI SDK, or really anything that fits the job. I’m quick to pick up new tools if the project calls for it.
Q: Which intersection of crypto and another field (like AI, identity, art, etc.) excites you most — and why?
Thank you, @0xheizel!
It's hard to single out one crypto intersection that excites me most. My curiosity keeps me diving deep into emerging ideas, and this year alone, I've tracked an astonishing wave of new projects. Even though it's only May, I'm convinced the way we interact with crypto apps will look very different by December, so I'm gearing up, both mentally and technically, for that change.
These days, I believe that fusing crypto’s open finance with AI-driven simplicity could unlock a radically more approachable DeFi.
1. My perspective is straightforward: I view blockchains primarily as ledgers—secure and immutable records. This foundational role should be prioritized and optimized. That said, this doesn't mean blockchain development should stagnate; instead, it should focus on enhancing core strengths.
That’s why I believe some projects are shifting toward off-chain to enhance efficiency and scalability. Not because off-chain is "better," but because it removes on-chain friction and provides a seamless UX.
We already see some projects adopting this approach, and the momentum is stronger than many expected. By keeping settlement on-chain yet pushing heavy computation off-chain, we get faster, smoother, and more intuitive products without sacrificing transparency and immutability.
2. And at the same time, everyday users now wield AI tools with ease. That's changing how we digest complexity: instead of combing through docs line by line, we expect crisp AI-generated summaries, and long-form reading is becoming the exception.
As users increasingly demand instant context and slick UX, advancements in AI and related technologies are set to accelerate. This shift is likely to influence DeFi, potentially causing the concept of "on-chain alpha," once the heartbeat of decentralized finance, to fade over time. Manual strategy exploration across multiple protocols, still fragmented and resource-intensive, is set to become increasingly automated.
But AI's appetite for data and real-time optimization simply can't be met on-chain. Off-chain delivers the scale and speed autonomous asset managers need, while anchoring final state changes back on-chain.
Tasks that once demanded a veteran yield-farmer could soon be one-click routines handled by autonomous agents, shrinking the value of labor-intensive "secret sauce" hunts.
Yes, I think what once seemed like a distant dream is now gradually coming into focus. Imagine a future where you can simply sit back, check your phone, and instantly view potential yields without worrying about complex chains and accounts. With just one click, yield farming, liquidity provisioning, and cross-chain swaps could be executed seamlessly.
It’s only one path among many, but I’m eager to watch it unfold and drive usability forward. Of course, if a better alternative emerges, we should always be open to exploring new technologies.
The next will be done by the most cheerful person on the team, @idonthaveanynft.
[ Q: Which intersection of crypto and another field (like AI, identity, art, etc.) excites you most — and why? ]
Before answering this question, I want to start this post by saying how delighted I am that our company's diligent hard worker @alocealoce_ , whom I personally admire very much, has passed the baton to me as the next speaker.
When people talk about intersections of crypto with other fields, they often bring up areas like AI, gaming, or ZK. While I frequently think about these domains too, the intersection I want to highlight today is much closer to people.
Crypto × Communication
And how through that communication, trust can be built, expanded, and settled.
For too long, we've taken for granted the belief that "currency belongs to the state." But in reality, far more people than we imagine live without trustworthy governments or stable currencies. This isn't just a third-world problem. Even for me, if war broke out tomorrow, I couldn't guarantee access to or protection of my liquid assets. That's why I believe crypto isn't merely an interesting technology, but a system we all need.
Of course, mass adoption doesn't just happen with time. It requires builders' painstaking efforts, capital inflow, coordination with institutions, and shifts in public perception. All these conditions must align. That's why I see adoption not as a realm of possibility, but as a reality we must create, and I live each day with this mindset.
Traditional finance is difficult and rigid, but within it lies the logic of structure and capital built over time. I think that's how trust has been created. As for crypto? Anyone who can write a contract can issue currency. This is both beautiful freedom and frightening risk. Honestly, isn't it harder to find someone in this industry who hasn't experienced a rug pull or scam?
Nevertheless, builders continue to emerge. They're not just building technology but constantly communicating to establish trust. The communication I'm referring to isn't simply X posts or Discord announcements. I look at how the entire brand speaks. How their product is designed to form relationships with users, how team members publicly convey their philosophy through their own words — I believe all these elements form pillars that create trust.
We all experience moments of fatigue. Haven't you been hurt, betrayed by crypto, and vowed never to return? Yet, why do you stay despite this? I think it's because there's "fun". Fun is the trust mechanism that deserves the most attention in this industry. I believe seriousness alone can't sustain it.
With this mindset, I created the crew feature for Game of Mito and insisted on showing other users' mouse cursors to give a sense of belonging through participation. It wasn't just decoration, but an attempt to create a structure where participation becomes play, alignment leads to belonging, and that belonging connects to ecosystem expansion.
We're all walking a long journey together. I hope this journey isn't lonely, and that there's "energy" in between to keep us from getting tired. I believe this energy is possible through the element of "fun." As a designer, if I can bring both fun and trust to your journey, could there be a better future? Isn't this the true romance of crypto?
That's why I want to continue finding ways to poke, experiment, and design in ways traditional finance cannot. This isn't an attempt to replace regulation or authority. Rather, I believe it's a strategy to communicate in ways existing systems don't even attempt, and through that process, allow this industry to expand while maintaining authenticity.
We don't need to fight like Goliath to defeat Goliath. Crypto can be David, creating victory in a different way.
Since this post has gotten quite long, let me directly summarize my answer to the question:
I am captivated by the possibility at the intersection of crypto and traditional finance, where we can build a stronger ecosystem using keywords like 'communication and fun' that are difficult for them to possess. That possibility itself is why I continue to stay in this space and what I find most exciting.
Next, I'm passing the baton to our always cool-headed, reliable, and sharp frontend developer @Huss_bogo
1) Hi! I'm Hugo, a front-end engineer at Mitosis who works on all things FE. I've been building apps for about five years and still learn new things daily.
Before diving into frontend, my background was mainly in ML, computer vision, and image processing, naturally drawing me toward visually engaging development.
Because we're building blockchain apps, my recent research focuses more on blockchain tech than pure frontend topics. But don't get me wrong—I still love crafting beautiful user experiences, refactoring code, using new stacks, and optimizing apps. (And yes, frontend work involves lots of communication, too.)
2) I met Luke, had a great chat, and joined the team the same day. I felt overthinking would slow things down, so I joined in. (I think he is a good negotiator)
3) As mentioned, I handle FE development for all our projects. Others might see things differently, but given our current roadmap, I think staying focused and doing one thing exceptionally well is the most brilliant move right now.
4) In the long term, I aspire to transform our application from merely an "app that you use to make money" into an "app you can't live without." My goal is to sustain this necessity.
Blockchain is excellent due to its transparency, but let's be honest—it can also be confusing. Information overload makes it harder to find "alpha" every day. That's why I genuinely believe Mitosis will become increasingly essential.
My job is to ensure we offer intuitive UI and great UX exactly when people need them most. If I keep doing that, I’m sure I'll be a good developer, too, because it will take a lot of learning and effort.
Next: Let's go @Tex_Mitosis
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Moreover, the more information a user needs to understand, the greater the effectiveness becomes exponentially.
That’s why I research it.
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This is what happens when you just let everyone slam models and scripts into a persistent online world in the browser.
Chaos but also cool.
Soon it'll be filled with cars, jets, agents, games, etc.