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Upgrading Kubernetes Versions: Best Practices and Considerations
4 min readUpgrading a Kubernetes cluster is essential for maintaining security, gaining access to new features, and ensuring compatibility with modern workloads. However, it requires …
How to Run mysqldump Without Locking Tables
2 min readCreating backups with mysqldump is a common practice, but by default, it locks all tables, limiting write operations during the process. This guide will show you how to avoid …
5 Essential Elements to Include When Writing About an Accomplishment
3 min readAre you struggling to showcase your accomplishments in a way that truly highlights your impact? Whether you’re a junior developer preparing your end-of-year report, a senior …
Setting Up a Reverse Proxy with Nginx and Docker-Compose
3 min readSetting up a reverse proxy with Nginx and Docker-Compose is an essential skill for DevOps and developers. A reverse proxy enhances application performance, security, and …
How to Create a Bootable Linux USB with dd
2 min readLearn how to create a bootable Linux USB drive using the dd command. This guide walks you through the necessary steps for creating a bootable USB drive in Linux. Perfect for system …
What is Rancher's Steve and Why Does It Matter?
4 min readSteve is a critical component in Rancher’s architecture, acting as a caching proxy between Rancher and downstream Kubernetes clusters. By introducing an efficient caching layer, …
Who is Norman and Why Does He Do So Much Work?
3 min readRancher’s Norman is a key component of the Rancher ecosystem. It not only facilitates API interactions between Rancher and Kubernetes but also powers the internal operations of …
Understanding CAPI and machines.cluster.x-k8s.io in Kubernetes
3 min readCluster API (CAPI) revolutionizes Kubernetes cluster management by providing declarative APIs and tooling to automate cluster lifecycle tasks. A key component of CAPI is the …