30
Mar
A handy yt-dlp script to download YouTube videos
I needed a very simple-to-use tool to do very basic things without the hassle of choosing the correct flag. I needed something that just works by just passing a single mandatory flag.
Writing
12 articles · 4 years
Thoughts on software engineering, productivity, and building products.
2025
1 article2023
3 articles 03
Dec
Commit?… done, Push?… done, Open repo to create MR, wait.. what is the URL?
Git trick to open your repo URLs, lightning-fast. A simple way to jump from your terminal to your repository browser without the manual hassle.
06
Jun
My new favorite inexpensive component in the Home Assistant system
I have always been amazed by the Home Assistant project. When it comes to home automation, there is literally no competition to it.
27
Jan
Bluetooth prioritization is broken
Today I want to discuss an issue, which has been pestering me for a long time. I have seen a lot of people talk about it, in forums, and Q&As, but there is not a single usable solution in sight.
2022
1 article2021
7 articles 14
Dec
Log4J vulnerability in detail and the bigger picture
CVE-2021–44228 is a very hot number string today. Let's discuss why it is so popular and what it means for the Java community.
19
Oct
Be in the flow with idiomatic go development
Every language has some nuances that if implemented, makes the code look like native to that language. Explore how to write native, idiomatic Go code.
06
Oct
It’s time to Edit effectively in Vim, a visual article
Learn how to edit effectively in Vim and master the indispensable knowledge that Vim provides for efficient text manipulation.
10
Sep
Ultimate emacs setup with documentation in org mode
Emacs is the tool to do anything. It has been here since 1976 and still going strong. Learn how to set up Emacs with Org mode for documentation.
07
Sep
It’s time to Navigate effectively in Vim, a visual article
Vim is built for efficiency, but many stumble on basic navigation. Learn how to move productively across files, terminals, and IDEs.
03
Jul
Solve the dreadful certificate issues in Python requests module
A deep dive into SSL certificates and how to resolve common certificate issues when using the Python requests module for secure API calls.
15
Jun
Deep dive with SSL certificates
A comprehensive look at the lifecycle of SSL certificates. Understanding certificates is paramount for software developers; this guide explains the nuances step-by-step.
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