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In today’s fast-paced digital world, staying on top of website changes can be crucial for various reasons—whether you’re hunting for product restocks, monitoring pricing changes, tracking competitors, or keeping an eye on regulatory updates. Enter ChangeDetection.io, an open-source solution that makes website change monitoring accessible, efficient, and incredibly powerful. What is ChangeDetection.io? ChangeDetection.io is a […]
Are JavaScript polyfills still relevant in today’s development landscape? It’s a question I get asked frequently in consultations and tech discussions, especially as browsers have become more standardized. Let me break this down for you with some real-world perspective. What Are JavaScript Polyfills (And Why We Used to Need Them) If you’ve been in web […]
Maintaining up-to-date Docker containers is critical for security and functionality, but manually updating containers across all your deployments can be tedious and error-prone. This is where Watchtower comes in – a powerful tool that automates the process of keeping your Docker containers fresh and updated. “I am actively using it locally and externally on my […]
Alright, let’s dive straight into it. You’re probably here because you’re wondering about the future of digital kiosks. What are the hot new design trends for digital kiosk solutions in 2025? As a full-stack developer and someone who’s been in the trenches for two decades, I’ve seen a few tech cycles come and go. Let […]
After weeks of going over most of my old content, things are finally done. I’m happy to share the following updates: What’s Been Updated 404 Monitoring I am actively monitoring 404 errors for anything that might be of interest to users. This helps ensure no valuable content has been lost in the transition. Media Section […]
NOT ALL HAS TO BE AN AI-AGENT! Ever feel like you’re drowning in repetitive tasks? Wish you had a digital buddy to handle the mundane so you could focus on the awesome? That’s where Hubot comes in. And trust me, in 2025, it’s still a powerhouse! Today, I’m breaking down Hubot and the 10 best […]
Let’s cut to the chase: Is SEO dead? The short answer? Absolutely not. But, like a vintage car, it’s evolved. I’m Alexander Gräf, a full-stack developer and startup founder, and I’ve been wrestling with the ever-changing world of SEO for two decades. Trust me, if it were dead, I’d be doing something else by now! […]
Ever feel like you’re drowning in emails and endless meeting invites just to keep your DevOps team on the same page? You’re not alone! Finding the best open source DevOps chat solutions can be a game-changer. As a full-stack developer and startup enthusiast who’s been in the trenches for over 20 years, I’ve seen firsthand […]
In today’s fast-paced digital environment, having a reliable notification system is crucial for monitoring applications, services, and infrastructure. Enter Apprise API – a powerful, lightweight REST framework that wraps the popular Apprise notification library, allowing you to send notifications to over 100+ services through a single, unified interface. What is Apprise API? Apprise API is […]
Rocket.Chat is one of the leading open-source communication platforms for organizations that require high standards of data protection and customization capabilities. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through how to deploy Rocket.Chat using Docker and Docker Compose, providing you with a robust, scalable, and secure chat solution that you can self-host. I have been running […]
Introduction to Shields.io Shields.io is a popular service that provides concise, consistent, and legible badges for your GitHub projects, documentation, and websites. These badges are useful for displaying various metrics like build status, version numbers, downloads, license information, and more. They help make your repositories more informative and professional by providing visual indicators of your […]
Configuration files form the backbone of modern software development, allowing developers to externalize settings and parameters without hardcoding them into applications. While YAML has become ubiquitous in this space, many developers find its whitespace-sensitive syntax and complex features overwhelming. This can lead to hard-to-debug errors and configuration drift as projects grow. In this post, we’ll […]
In the fast-paced world of frontend development, build tools come and go with alarming frequency. Yet, Gulp.js has managed to maintain a presence in the ecosystem since its initial release back in 2013. As we navigate through 2025, many developers find themselves asking: Is Gulp still a viable tool for modern web development projects? The […]
In today’s digital landscape, managing social media presence efficiently is crucial for businesses and content creators. While several cloud-based solutions exist, they often come with subscription fees and data privacy concerns. Enter Mixpost – an open-source, self-hosted social media management tool that puts you in control of your content and data. In this article, we’ll […]
WordPress, traditionally a server-side rendering platform, and Single Page Applications (SPAs) represent two different approaches to web development. Integrating these approaches requires thoughtful implementation of custom routing solutions. This post explores how to effectively bridge these technologies with the latest approaches in 2025. Understanding the Challenge WordPress uses a template hierarchy for routing while SPAs […]
Part 1: Understanding EasyAppointments What is EasyAppointments? EasyAppointments is a powerful open-source appointment scheduling application that simplifies the process of managing bookings. It’s designed to be highly customizable and can be adapted to various business needs, from small service providers to larger enterprises. Key Features of EasyAppointments Part 2: Setting Up EasyAppointments with Docker Prerequisites […]
In today’s digital landscape, providing exceptional customer support is crucial for any business. FreeScout, an open-source help desk and shared mailbox solution, offers a powerful alternative to expensive platforms like Zendesk and Help Scout. This guide will walk you through setting up FreeScout using Docker containers managed through Portainer, making deployment and maintenance a breeze. […]
In the ever-evolving world of social media, having properly sized images for your profiles is essential for making a strong first impression. Cover images are particularly important as they’re often the first visual element visitors see when landing on your profile or page. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the optimal cover image sizes […]
After nearly 22 years of connecting people across the globe, Microsoft has officially announced that Skype will be shutting down on May 5, 2025. This marks the end of an era for one of the pioneering services in internet communication technology. If you’re among the millions of Skype users worldwide, you’ll need to find an […]
I restarted the series and will be sharing regular updates of interesting docker applications. Those will be either already running in one of my setup or I am planning to test them soon. 7 Days of Docker
