Archive: 2026

I'm excited to share Fastcrop, a new web-based image editor I developed vibecoded to make everyday image editing and screenshot annotation quick and hassle-free.

The idea behind Fastcrop is simple: sometimes you just need to crop an image, add a few arrows, highlight something, blur sensitive information, or annotate a screenshot — without opening a heavyweight image editor.

Fastcrop runs directly in your browser, with no installation required.

What can you do with Fastcrop?

• Edit and annotate images: Add text, shapes, arrows, and other visual elements.
• Work with screenshots: Paste images directly from your clipboard (Ctrl+V) or drag and drop them into the editor.
• Blur or pixelate information: Easily hide sensitive details before sharing an image.
• Customize your canvas: Adjust dimensions, backgrounds, colors, opacity, and other properties.
• Manage multiple elements: Move, duplicate, and arrange objects using layers.
• Export your work: Save your finished compositions in common image formats.

Why I Built It

I frequently work with screenshots, diagrams, and technical documentation, and I wanted something that would let me make quick edits without interrupting my workflow.

Rather than relying on complex software for simple tasks, I decided to build my own lightweight, browser-based solution. It is designed to be straightforward, practical, and focused on getting things done.

Fastcrop is free to use and available at:

https://www.fastcrop.app/

I’m introducing an Interactive Audio Compressor Visualizer — a tool designed to make the fundamentals of audio compression a bit more tangible. It lets you explore how threshold, ratio, and gain interact, with real-time visual feedback as you adjust the controls.

The visualizer focuses on three core parameters: threshold (the point at which compression begins), ratio (how aggressively the signal is reduced), and gain compensation (used to bring the level back up after compression). By adjusting these in real time, you can see how different settings affect the waveform and overall signal behavior.

Whether you're a music producer, sound engineer, or simply curious about how audio compression works, this tool makes it easy to understand the relationship between threshold, ratio, and gain in real-time. It’s intended as a practical way to experiment and build a more intuitive understanding of compression, whether you’re getting started or refining your workflow.

To access the tool, follow this link: https://fergonez.net/projects/compressor/