Jul 18, 2025 13min Read Integrating an application programming interface (API) with n8n can be complicated because every API provider has specific requirements for connecting their service. Nevertheless, n8n’s code-minimal workflow can allow…
Jul 11, 2025 Ariffud M. Running n8n with Docker is an efficient way to self-host this workflow automation tool. Unlike installing n8n directly on your virtual private server (VPS), Docker offers a containerized…
This post explores over 30 of the best Linux terminal emulators, each with unique features and functionality, catering to different types of users. This list showcases the versatility and evolution of terminal emulators…
Last week I walked into an empty 5 × 4 ft storage room. By the end of the week, that blank space held a fully functional network core designed to keep a small…
Jul 04, 2025 Every modern app deals with data – this could be in the form of user account info and tracked order details, or it could be powering product searches or visitor…
Jul 01, 2025 PHP is a server-side scripting language used to build dynamic websites and web applications. It’s at the core of platforms like WordPress and Laravel, powering millions of sites worldwide. PHP…
Choosing a switch can feel deceptively simple, until slow file transfers, port shortages, and similar unexpected upgrade costs remind you otherwise. Before you click “Buy,” it helps to step back and look at…
Jun 27, 2025 The WooCommerce product gallery is the section on a product page where you display images of your product. It’s a great way to show off different angles, colors, or styles….
Jun 23, 2025 Jordana A. Web application security (Web AppSec) is the proactive protection of your web app from threats like data breaches and unauthorized access. It helps catch security gaps developers might…
This article is a follow-up to the previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins post. Every week, as time allows, I will publish articles on the 90 commands geared toward Linux sysadmins and…
Let’s pick up right where Part 1 left off: pfSense Firewall Appliance Unboxing. This isn’t a quick-start guide. It’s my logbook from weeks of fine-tuning pfSense. Weeks, not years, so follow along and…
May 30, 2025 Ariffud M. 11min Read The LGTM stack – consisting of Loki for logs, Grafana for visualization, Tempo for tracing, and Mimir for metrics – is an open-source observability suite developed…
The sudo command in Linux is one of the most important and widely used commands for managing system permissions. It allows you to run a command as the superuser, giving you elevated privileges…
This iotop command guide follows my previous 90 Linux Commands frequently used by Linux Sysadmins article. As time allows, I will continue to publish articles on the 90+ commands geared toward Linux sysadmins…
May 22, 2025 10min Read Firebase provides comprehensive tools that help you develop and deploy applications more easily. It mainly streamlines the backend setup process by providing pre-configured services like databases and authentication…
If you’ve ever looked at your server and wondered why it’s using swap even though plenty of RAM is available, you’re not alone. This is a common scenario on Linux systems, and it…
Recently, I supported a client with solving MySQL performance issues. There were several areas where MySQL performance issues were addressed. One issue, however, that was overlooked before our communications was that of keeping…
When it comes to database performance monitoring and optimization, MySQL offers a powerful tool called Performance Schema. This versatile instrument provides invaluable insights into the inner workings of your MySQL database, enabling you…
