How to troubleshoot Windows: A guide for Linux developers.

How to troubleshoot Windows: A guide for Linux developers.

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 […]

Can DevOps Improve Efficiency In Agriculture?

Can DevOps Improve Efficiency In Agriculture?

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, […]

HOWTO: Build a smart home kiosk with Home Assistant

HOWTO: Build a smart home kiosk with Home Assistant

I get a lot of questions about the heads up display style display that I have in my home. It’s great for keeping up with my daily calendar, the weather, and displaying camera feeds. This guide assumes that you already have an instance of Home Assistant running and some basic data that you’d like to display. There are lots of […]

Book Review: Build by Tony Fadell

Book Review: Build by Tony Fadell

As an engineer and maker, physical devices have a special magic to me. So when I started reading Tony Fadell’s story of making some of the most influential electronic devices of the 21st century I was hooked. Build is chocked full of practical advice for how to survive the corporate world as a passionate, creative person. I have experienced first […]