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Microservices Configuration Management: Why etcd is the Top Choice?
Don't let microservices configuration management become a nightmare. Learn how to use etcd to effectively automate configurations and service discovery.
Posted inLinux
Mastering systemd-run: ‘Instant’ CPU and RAM Limits for Linux Scripts
Don't let backup or crawling scripts crash your server. Learn how to use systemd-run to limit RAM, CPU, and I/O instantly—a must-have tool for SysAdmins.
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Saving RAM on Linux Servers with systemd Socket Activation
Learn how to optimize Linux server RAM using systemd Socket Activation. This technique ensures services only start on demand, reducing resource usage and speeding up boot times.
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Git Server Hooks: How I “Locked” the Main Branch and Blocked Junk Code for the Team
Don't let a single 'git push --force' ruin your project. Learn how to configure server-side hooks to protect the main branch and standardize your team's workflow.
Posted inCentos
Mastering Image Builder (osbuild-composer) on CentOS Stream 9: Automating ISO and Disk Image Creation
A detailed guide on using Image Builder (osbuild-composer) on CentOS Stream 9 to automate custom ISO and Disk Image creation, optimizing your server deployment workflow.
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How to ‘Hack’ Git Clone Speed for Multi-GB Repositories
Don't let multi-gigabyte repositories slow you down. A detailed guide on using Shallow Clone and Partial Clone to speed up Git, optimize CI/CD, and save disk space.
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Mastering User Namespaces on Linux: Preventing Privilege Escalation Risks
User Namespaces are the key to running secure rootless containers on Linux. Learn how UID/GID mapping completely isolates processes from system root privileges.
Posted inMySQL
Deploying MaxScale as a Database Proxy: Automatic Read/Write Splitting for MySQL
A detailed guide on deploying MaxScale as a Database Proxy for MySQL. Learn how to configure automatic Read/Write Splitting and handle Slave Lag to optimize performance.
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MySQL Query Rewrite Plugin: Optimize and Fix SQL Queries Without Touching Your Application Code
MySQL Query Rewrite Plugin lets you intercept and modify SQL statements at the database layer without changing any application source code. This guide covers installation, configuration, and practical use cases for production environments.
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Atlas (Ariga): Database Schema Management as Code and Migration Automation
Atlas (Ariga) enables IaC-style database schema management: describe your desired state, auto-generate migrations, lint destructive changes, and detect drift between code and your live database. This article compares Atlas with Flyway/Liquibase and walks through a real-world PostgreSQL setup.