How To Set Up GitHub Continuous Integration Pipelines With Self-Hosted Runners on Ubuntu 22.04.

Introduction Software Engineering is a fast-paced and competitive field. Rolling out your products to users faster will give you an edge over your competitors. On the bright side, industry best practices are in place to help companies have a level playing field. Continuous Integration and Continuous Development(CICD) is an example of a strategy that leverages industry best practices to give …

How to Deploy WordPress with Persistent Volume on Kubernetes Cluster

WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems used to deploy blogs and websites on the internet. It is also available as a Docker image on the DockerHub registry. You can use this Docker image to build a reliable and scalable website platform on the Kubernetes cluster. Deploying WordPress on Kubernetes will help you to implement CI/CD pipeline …

Managing CSV in Node.js using Node-CSV

A CSV file is a plain text file that stores data in tabular format. In most cases, CSV files use commas (,) as the delimiter, hence the name CSV (Comma Separated Values). It’s used in situations where data compatibility is a concern as CSVs can be opened with any text editor, spreadsheet apps, and other specialized tools. In fact, many …

How To Enable, Create and Use the .htaccess File: A Tutorial

A .htaccess file or a distributed configuration file is a robust file used to control and manage the configurations of a website. All the configuration changes are made on a per-directory basis to ensure that the main server configuration files are undisturbed. When to Use .htaccess File Preferred Whether you aim to load error pages or implement password security, a …

Containerize A Python App using Docker

Docker is a free and open-source solution for developing, deploying, and managing apps in lightweight, OS-level virtualization. In this guide, we will demonstrate creating a Python app within a Docker container. Prerequisites To perform the steps demonstrated in this guide, you will need the following components: A Linux system. Check out configuring your own Ubuntu VPS on CloudSigma. The latest …

RISER: RISC-V for cloud services

You may have noticed quite a lot of buzz around RISC-V in tech news over the last few years. There are a few reasons for this, but first of all, what is this RISC-V thing anyway?! RISC-V  is an open standard instruction set architecture (ISA) that’s starting to gain in popularity to the point it’s now considered a viable alternative …

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5 Tips to Achieve Optimal Cloud Computing Cost Efficiency

With most companies remodeling their business strategies to leverage the benefits of the cloud, its impact cannot be overstated. One of the biggest advantages of opting for a hybrid or completely cloud-based approach is the cost savings. However, data shows that many corporations are getting poor returns on investment (ROIs) and underutilizing their cloud spending. In fact, most organizations are …

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An Overview of Queries in MySQL

Sustainability in business is difficult without proper data management. Building a well-defined system is essential to managing internal and external operations. Detailed insight into business data helps to understand the overall workflow and measure performance. Moreover, using databases saves time and allows to access information effortlessly. What is a database? A database is an organized system used to store information …

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Setting Up CSS and HTML for Your Website: A Tutorial

Building websites is the initial step of getting started with web development. One of the first things web development enthusiasts must learn is how to set up CSS and HTML for a website. By setting up the basic introductory page, a beginner can get ready with the website design basics, hone their web development skills, and learn to collaborate with …

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Deploying Applications on Kubernetes Using Argo CD and GitOps

Introduction Kubernetes has become a standard for deploying large applications. It helps developers gain significant advantages and offers features that are not available in traditional server hosting. Kubernetes allows horizontal scaling without the hassle of infrastructure. Furthermore, it reduces the cost of acquiring and maintaining the infrastructure as the application grows. However, managing applications on Kubernetes can also be complex …

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Introduction to Cookies: Understanding and Working with JavaScript Cookies

Browser cookies, or HTTP cookies, are text files made up of tiny bits of data. Websites use this information to track a user’s journey, allowing them to offer tailored-fit features and improve their browsing experience. Cookies can store up to 4096 bytes of data. However, we can add a limited number of cookies per domain, depending on the browser. A …

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An Overview of Data Types in Ruby

Ruby is a well-known programming language. It aims to improve simplicity and productivity. It’s also a fully object-oriented programming language. In addition, Ruby comes with an elegant syntax that’s natural to read and easy to write. Any programming requires managing various data types. A data type describes a specific class of data. It tells the machine how it should handle …