The Build Cache Was Not Broken
Docker cache problems are often not Docker problems. They are usually Dockerfile problems: unstable inputs, bad COPY order, and layers that depend on too much.
Docker
Containers, networking, deployment pipelines, and the genuinely useful parts of the Docker ecosystem. Less theory, more “here’s what actually works in production.”
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Preview Environments Are Easy to Want and Hard to Operate
The pitch is irresistible — per-PR environments, live links, instant feedback. Then someone needs twenty restarts to get a multi-service stack running, and the pitch meets operational reality.
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Why I Created Zero: A Lightweight SSL Certificate Manager
In the world of web development, securing your applications with SSL/TLS certificates is non-negotiable. However, managing SSL certificates can be a daunting task, especially when you’re dealing with multiple domains, renewals, and the complexities of the ACME protocol. This is why I created Zero, a lightweight SSL certificate manager designed to simplify the process of obtaining, renewing, and managing SSL/TLS certificates.
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FTL: Production Deployments Without The Complexity
A technical deep-dive into FTL, a deployment tool that brings zero-downtime updates and production-grade features to Docker-based applications without the complexity of container orchestration platforms. Learn about the engineering decisions behind direct container layer transfers, automated SSL management, and flexible database deployment strategies that make FTL a compelling alternative to traditional CI/CD pipelines.
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Docker Networking: A Guide for Developers
Learn the essentials of Docker networking, including container communication, DNS, aliases, port forwarding, and internal/external access. A comprehensive guide to understanding Docker networks for effective application design.
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Deploying NextJS with App Router: It's Not Just for Vercel Anymore
Deploying a NextJS app with the App Router outside of Vercel’s infrastructure is possible using Docker and Docker Compose. This setup uses Nginx for static asset serving and as a reverse proxy for the Node.js app. This post will explain the process step-by-step for those new to Docker.