Thoughts on Open Source, AI, web development, and building software
Use OPcache and APCu everywhere, then pick one shared backend (Redis or Memcached). Configure it well and Drupal feels quick.
A small settings.php switch that reduces database reads and makes admin pages feel snappier.
Want faster loads? Turn on HTTP/2 and, if possible, HTTP/3. This guide shows how to enable both on Nginx, Apache, and common CDNs, how to check they work, and quick fixes if they don't.
Learn how to build a Model Control Protocol (MCP) server that enables Cursor and Windsurf to search YouTube directly. This step-by-step guide shows how MCPs can dramatically improve your AI coding workflow by providing real-time access to external services.
Locked out of your self-hosted Confluence instance? This emergency guide shows IT administrators how to safely restore admin access through direct database modifications with SQL.
Learn how to automate diagram creation using Mermaid CLI with AI-powered tools. This step-by-step guide shows how to leverage artificial intelligence to transform simple text into professional flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and more.
Learn how to easily create a complete offline backup of any website using HTTrack. Perfect for preserving web content, offline reading, or creating local copies of important websites - all with a single command!
Discover how I leveraged Next.js and AI tools to rebuild my website, choosing modern development over traditional WordPress. Learn about the benefits of AI-powered development, improved performance, and why Next.js proved to be the perfect solution for a developer-friendly, high-performance website.
While working on cloning a repository from a GitHub Enterprise server, I encountered an SSL issue. When I tried to clone the repository using HTTPS, Git
Learn to make unique Drupal layouts with code in this easy guide. Ideal for all, it walks you through each step to design your site's look.