From the perspective of a Linux developer, troubleshooting Windows can be both a familiar yet foreign experience. On Linux, the command line is a powerful, versatile tool central to system management and troubleshooting. The file system hierarchy and permissions are well-defined and predictable. When transitioning to Windows, the reliance on graphical user interfaces can feel cumbersome, and the command line […]
In the realm of farming, where tradition and innovation often clash, my dad stands as a testament to the old ways. Yet, his unwavering love for farming, passed down from his own father, sparked an unexpected journey of continuous improvement on our hay farm. Mowing and baling hay, particularly the premium rye grass, is his pride and joy. One day, […]
I work on the command line a LOT. Using command line tools allows you to be creative by combining different tools and data to accomplish more complex tasks and speed up tasks that are performed routinely. Getting into the habit of making daily tasks easier to repeat is the first step in automating and increasing efficiency. Readers of the book […]
If you are working with Linux servers of any shape or size, this is a must have book. Brendan Gregg’s Systems Performance is crammed full of valuable checklists, strategies and tools to help you debug, measure, and eliminate performance bottlenecks. The chapter on analysis and measuring methodology is worth the price alone. I used this book as a guide to […]