Category: setup
under the hood
Finding the perfect way to enjoy audiobooks at work can be a challenge. You need something that won’t drain your phone battery, something that won’t be interrupted by loud ads, and something that can play seamlessly in the background. For me, the solution has been YouTube Premium. While YouTube might not be the first place …read more.
In any modern tech setup, the true power lies in making different applications and services work together seamlessly. This is where n8n shines, serving as the central nervous system for all my automated workflows. As a self-hosted automation platform, n8n provides a visual, node-based canvas where I can connect hundreds of different apps—from APIs and …read more.
Connecting to your home network while you’re away has traditionally been a complex and insecure process, often involving risky port forwarding on your router. Tailscale completely changes that paradigm, offering a brilliantly simple and secure way to access your devices from anywhere. It builds a private, encrypted mesh network—a personal VPN—between your authorized devices, like …read more.
The foundation of any reliable server is its operating system, and for my setup, the latest release of Ubuntu Server has proven to be an absolutely perfect choice. Paired with the ACEMAGIC Vista Mini V1, it creates a powerful and remarkably efficient combination. Opting for a minimal installation was key; it provides a clean, bloat-free …read more.
Finding a computer that truly balances modern performance, thoughtful design, and exceptional value can feel like a challenge, but the ACEMAGIC Vista Mini V1 confidently rises to the occasion. At the heart of my setup, this compact machine serves as the reliable server for my projects. It’s powered by the latest Intel N150 processor—a significant …read more.





