The Science of Goal-Setting: A DevOps Guide to Achieving More in 2025
As DevOps professionals, we thrive on automation, efficiency, and continuous improvement. But when it comes to our own career growth, learning new technologies, or…
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Why Turning It Off and On Again Works for AWS EC2
Hey there, if you’ve ever found yourself scratching your head over a misbehaving EC2 instance, you might have resorted to the classic troubleshooting mantra:…
Tmux Cheat Sheet
Starting & Managing Sessions Window Management Pane Management Copy & Paste Mode Customization (via ~/.tmux.conf) Add these lines to your ~/.tmux.conf to customize your…
How to Ensure You Don’t Lose Your Domain Name (and Avoid Email Pitfalls)
Losing a domain name can be a nightmare, whether you’re running a business, managing a personal brand, or simply hosting a personal website. Over…
Crafting Documentation That Actually Works
How to strike the right balance between clarity and concision Introduction I was recently criticized for providing overly detailed documentation to my teammates. At…
Alan’s Sourdough Bread Process
1. Starter Preparation and Maintenance: • Creating the Starter: Use light spelt flour (an ancient wheat variety) and water to create a sourdough starter.…
Guiding AI with a Senior Developer Mindset: Lessons for DevOps and Beyond
In my recent posts, I’ve explored how adopting a senior developer’s mindset can transform the way we approach complex problems, from improving AI code…
Why is Learning DevOps difficult and expensive?
Embarking on a DevOps career can seem daunting, especially with concerns about the costs associated with learning. However, with strategic planning and the right…
Managing Port Conflicts When Testing Apps in Docker
Port conflicts are a common challenge when testing applications locally, especially if the app runs on a well-known port like 8080. Docker provides an…
Bash script that automates the installation of Minikube on Ubuntu, including setting up Docker as the driver
Here’s a Bash script that automates the installation of Minikube on Ubuntu, including setting up Docker as the driver: How to Use This Script…
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