Terragrunt vs Terraform: Battle of DevOps tools
Terraform is arguably one of the top tools used by DevOps professionals. However, there is another tool you may not have heard about called Terragrunt. What is Terragrunt? What about…
Month: August 2023
Mini pc vs Server: Best Home Lab Server in 2024?
As we are headed into the back half of 2023, if you are like me, you are thinking about lab hardware that you may want to change out going into…
Technitium DNS Server in Docker: Is this the Best Home Server DNS?
When many enthusiasts or home labbers start to look at services they want to run at home after purchasing some server gear, DNS server is one of the first services…
Kubernetes Persistent Volume Setup with Microk8s Rook and Ceph
Kubernetes persistent volume management is a cornerstone of modern container orchestration. Utilizing persistent storage can lead to more resilient and scalable applications. This guide delves into an experiment using Microk8s,…
Top 7 Netstat Commands you need to know
Netstat is a vital command-line tool utilized by network professionals, system administrators, and those keen to understand their network’s inner workings in Windows or Unix listening ports. It provides insights…
Microk8s vs k3s: Lightweight Kubernetes distribution showdown
Especially if you are into running Kubernetes in the home lab, you may look for a lightweight Kubernetes distribution. Two distributions that stand out are Microk8s and k3s. Let’s take…
How should you secure your home wireless network for teleworking
Even though companies are starting to tighten down on who can work remotely and where hybrid work happens, it is still being leveraged like never before. Workers are at least…
What is a HomeLab and Why Build One?
A home lab, or simply “lab,” is a personal space where technology enthusiasts, professionals, and hobbyists can experiment with various hardware and software. From virtual machines to your own server,…
Ansible vs Terraform: Best DevOps tool?
Ansible and Terraform are excellent DevOps tools that can provide many automation benefits in enterprise and cloud environments. However, I would say that each has its strengths in configuring and…
Best Kubernetes Management Tools in 2023
Kubernetes is everywhere these days. It is used in the enterprise and even in many home labs. It’s a skill that’s sought after, especially with today’s push for app modernization.…