Posted inDocker
HTTPS for Local Docker: Setting Up a Pro “Green Padlock” with mkcert and Nginx
How to configure HTTPS for Local Docker using mkcert and Nginx. Get a "green padlock" for virtual domains and test OAuth2 and Webhooks seamlessly.
Posted inSecurity
Nginx GeoIP Blocking: How I Cut 80% of Junk Traffic from Unknown Countries
Blocking IPs by country using Nginx and MaxMind GeoLite2 is the most effective way to eliminate 80% of botnet junk traffic. See this detailed configuration guide drawn from real-world experience.
Posted inDocker
Implementing Zero-Downtime Blue-Green Deployment with Docker Compose & Nginx
Don't let customers see 502 errors every time you update code. Discover the secret to simple Blue-Green Deployment with Docker Compose and Nginx for true Zero-Downtime.
Posted inSecurity
CSP for Nginx & Apache: A Powerful ‘Shield’ Against XSS for Your Website
Configuring Content Security Policy (CSP) is a vital step in protecting your website from XSS. Check out this detailed guide for Nginx and Apache to help your site achieve an A+ security rating.
Posted inCentos
Supercharge Website Speed with Varnish Cache and Nginx on CentOS Stream 9
Learn how to deploy Varnish Cache with Nginx on CentOS Stream 9 to reduce server load and boost website speed. Detailed guide based on real-world system admin experience.
Posted inFedora
Fedora Server: Professional Python Deployment with Gunicorn and Nginx
Don't let 502 Bad Gateway errors stop you. A guide to deploying Python on Fedora with Gunicorn, Nginx, and precise SELinux configuration based on real-world experience.
Posted inSecurity
Nginx Limit Request: A Shield Against ‘Guerrilla’ DDoS and Effective Traffic Throttling
Nginx Limit Request is an effective weapon against Layer 7 DDoS and spam bots. This guide covers detailed configurations for burst and nodelay, plus real-world traffic management tips.
Posted inCentos
Installing LEMP Stack on Rocky Linux 9: Lessons from a “Stormy” Server Migration
Learn how to install the LEMP Stack on Rocky Linux 9 based on real-world migration experience. This guide covers optimizing Nginx, MariaDB, and PHP 8.1 for peak performance.
Posted inSecurity
Installing and Configuring ModSecurity (WAF) on Nginx: Protecting Web Applications from A-Z
ModSecurity (WAF) on Nginx is a powerful tool to protect web applications from common attacks. This article provides a detailed guide from basic installation to advanced fine-tuning, based on practical experience deploying in production environments, helping you set up a secure "shield" for your website.
Posted inDevelopment
Build an Auto-Deploy Webhook: No More SSH at 2 AM
A practical guide to building a Python Flask webhook server that automatically deploys when you push code to GitHub. From writing the script and configuring systemd to connecting with GitHub Webhooks — set it up once, use it forever.