- Agile Theater: When Your PM Knows the Words But Not the Music
Reading Time: 14 minutesMost PMs know Agile vocabulary, but that doesn't make them effective. Real PMs remove blockers, protect teams, and drive change. Fake PMs perform theater. Spreadsheet Tyrants just label columns "Sprint" and hope for the best. Here's how to tell the difference and what to do about it.
- The Complete Beginner’s Guide: Moving from Windows 10 to Ubuntu Desktop
Reading Time: 9 minutesWindows 10 support ends October 2025, and Microsoft wants you to upgrade or buy new hardware. There's a better way! This comprehensive guide walks complete beginners through switching to Ubuntu Desktop—a free, secure operating system that breathes new life into older computers. Learn how to download Ubuntu, create a bootable USB drive, and complete the installation process step by step.
- Setting up a new backend today: Node.js + Express, MongoDB, JWT, CORS, logging, and PM2 (what I use and why)
Reading Time: 5 minutesI spin up a lot of small APIs. Here is the stack I keep coming back to for a solid, modern, and secure baseline. Libraries first, plus short “why,” then a skinny walkthrough you can copy. Core stack Folder layout Install Minimal app.js JWT auth middleware middlewares/auth.js Users model models/User.js Validation example with Zod Auth
- The Best Mini PCs of 2025: Budget to Beast, and Everything in Between
Reading Time: 7 minutesLooking for the best mini PC in 2025? This guide compares top ready-to-use models for every budget and use case, including work, gaming, and home setups. See which system delivers the best performance for your money.
- Hardening Your Ubuntu Server: Lessons From a Real Intrusion Attempt
Reading Time: 9 minutesA step-by-step guide to hardening your Ubuntu server after detecting suspicious traffic. Learn how to audit services, lock down unnecessary ports, and apply essential security measures every admin should know.
