How do you run n8n with Docker?
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…
Best Linux Compatible Laptops
For enthusiasts, developers, and professionals who prefer the Linux operating system, choosing a Linux-compatible laptop is a pivotal decision. Here are five Linux-compatible laptops that I evaluated in my recent quest for a…
Network Rack for Small Office (Build Guide)
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…
20 Best Network Switches Under $100 (2025)
Choosing the right network switch is essential for building a reliable home network, home lab, or small‑office setup. The process can feel deceptively simple until slow file transfers or unexpected upgrade costs remind…
6 Essential Checks Before Choosing a Network Switch
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…
How to add a video to the WooCommerce product gallery
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….
Web application security: What it is and how it works
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…
My $300 pfSense Firewall Appliance – Part 1: Unboxing
For the past three years, I’ve been putting off an upgrade to my network’s firewall. During that time, I was balancing multiple priorities: maintaining uptime with multiple ISPs, managing VPN performance limitations, and…
How to set up the LGTM stack for end-to-end observability
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 best Firebase alternatives in 2025
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…
Diagnosing Swap Usage with smem on Linux
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…
How to Choose Web Hosting Plan? Factors to Consider When Choosing a Web Host Plan
Apr 29, 2025 Matleena S. With so many different web hosting services to choose from, how do you decide which one is the best for your project? It all comes down to understanding…
Building an LLM-Optimized Linux Server on a Budget
As advancements in machine learning continue to accelerate and evolve, more individuals and small organizations are exploring how to run language models (LLMs) like DeepSeek, LLaMA, Qwen and others on their home servers. This…
Recommended Cloudflare Performance and Security Settings (Guide)
Cloudflare is a great tool for website performance and security. They have a whole suite of tools to help with performance and security and are a staple in millions of DevOps professional’s toolbox….
10 best v0 by Vercel alternatives to build web apps
Apr 25, 2025 Ariffud M. 10min Read v0 by Vercel is an AI tool that turns natural language prompts into production-ready React and Tailwind CSS code. It streamlines the process of building user…
pfSense: Optimizing PHP-FPM for Long-Term Web UI Performance
I’m sharing these PHP-FPM tweaks for pfSense publicly to solicit feedback and help anyone exploring similar optimizations. There may be more efficient methods or edge cases I haven’t covered. I welcome any suggestions,…
Ecommerce website cost: a 2025 breakdown
Apr 18, 2025 12min Read Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur with big dreams or an established brand planning a website, you’ll need to make key decisions that fit your budget and goals. Should…
10 Best WordPress Remote Backup Plugins and Tools 2025
We all know how important it is to back up our data regularly. Disk drives fail, databases crash, and human error or bad actors can wreak havoc when you least expect it. Hurricanes,…