A digital creator: Fatih Yildiz's notes on software engineering, ai, digital design, product and project managementhttps://mfyz.com/https://mfyz.com/quick-npm-pip-security-hardening-tweaks-supply-chain-attacks/https://mfyz.com/quick-npm-pip-security-hardening-tweaks-supply-chain-attacks/After recent supply-chain attacks, a practical npm and pip hardening pass: disable install scripts, delay fresh packages, require hashed Python installs, and keep exceptions explicit.Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/quick-glancing-csvs-in-vs-code-with-rainbow-csv-and-data-preview/https://mfyz.com/quick-glancing-csvs-in-vs-code-with-rainbow-csv-and-data-preview/When plain CSV turns into visual soup, Rainbow CSV and Data Preview give VS Code a lightweight workflow for fast inspection without leaving the editor.Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/oat-css-after-pico/https://mfyz.com/oat-css-after-pico/Pico CSS is still great for clean semantic pages, but Oat CSS started making more sense once my interfaces needed more app-like UI primitives.Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/my-coolify-experience-after-a-year/https://mfyz.com/my-coolify-experience-after-a-year/Coolify gets surprisingly close to the smooth deployment experience of Vercel, but the upgrade churn and observability gaps kept me cautious.Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/designing-scalable-csv-importers-what-a-good-importer-should-do/https://mfyz.com/designing-scalable-csv-importers-what-a-good-importer-should-do/A good CSV importer is not an upload form. It is a staged workflow that helps users inspect, fix, validate, and only then commit messy data.Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/technical-blogging-is-a-thinking-tool/https://mfyz.com/technical-blogging-is-a-thinking-tool/The best reason to write technical blog posts is not reach or brand. It is that writing forces thought to become explicit, especially when the audience is smart enough to spot bluffing.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/all-you-need-is-markdown-and-json/https://mfyz.com/all-you-need-is-markdown-and-json/Most personal tools, AI workflows, and lightweight apps do not need a real database yet. Markdown with frontmatter and plain JSON can take you much further than people think.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/obsessed-dependency-free-vanilla-apps/https://mfyz.com/obsessed-dependency-free-vanilla-apps/How asking AI agents to build with vanilla Node.js and single-file HTML became my default approach, and why the code quality surprised me.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/nodejs-excel-library-comparison/https://mfyz.com/nodejs-excel-library-comparison/ExcelJS, SheetJS, and xlsx-populate — only one correctly handled read/modify/write workflows without corrupting data validations, drawings, and styles.Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/claude-code-is-like-playing-minecraft/https://mfyz.com/claude-code-is-like-playing-minecraft/The progression from punching trees to fighting dragons. How building with Claude Code follows the same tier-based progression as Minecraft, from simple CLI usage to full agent orchestration.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/folding-phones-on-the-go-dev-setup/https://mfyz.com/folding-phones-on-the-go-dev-setup/After being an Apple fanboy forever, I switched to Galaxy Fold, then Pixel Fold 9. Foldables with Termux and a VPS turned my phone into a real dev workstation.Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/build-a-url-shortener-with-cloudflare-workers/https://mfyz.com/build-a-url-shortener-with-cloudflare-workers/A quick walkthrough of building a URL shortener on Cloudflare's edge, using Workers, D1 (SQLite), and Hono. Plus how to lock down the admin with Zero Trust.Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/claude-code-allowlist-command-substitution-bypass/https://mfyz.com/claude-code-allowlist-command-substitution-bypass/The permission system blocks && chaining but completely ignores command substitution. Here's what I found.Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/why-i-build-my-own-ai-tools-instead-of-using-mcps/https://mfyz.com/why-i-build-my-own-ai-tools-instead-of-using-mcps/Instead of giving Claude wide-open MCP access, I build tightly scoped custom tools. Here's why custom scripts beat MCP servers for personal AI workflows.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/pico-css-the-anti-tailwind-framework-i-actually-enjoy/https://mfyz.com/pico-css-the-anti-tailwind-framework-i-actually-enjoy/Pico CSS is a minimalist CSS framework that styles semantic HTML elements by default. No build process, no utility class soup, just clean HTML that looks good.Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/vibe-anywhere-claude-code-on-the-go-from-my-phone/https://mfyz.com/vibe-anywhere-claude-code-on-the-go-from-my-phone/How I set up a cheap VPS with Claude Code and SSH access to vibe code from my iPhone while picking up kids, in coffee shop lines, and odd places.Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/vibe-coding-a-currency-converter-app-in-a-few-hours/https://mfyz.com/vibe-coding-a-currency-converter-app-in-a-few-hours/How I built a mobile-first currency converter using ASCII mockups and vibe coding. From detailed planning to working PWA in 48 hours.Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/why-i-spend-hours-planning-with-ai-before-writing-code/https://mfyz.com/why-i-spend-hours-planning-with-ai-before-writing-code/How I spend hours building detailed plan.md files with AI agents before writing any code, and why this upfront investment saves time and headaches later.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/cursor-composer1-trading-smarts-for-speed/https://mfyz.com/cursor-composer1-trading-smarts-for-speed/Cursor released their own custom-trained coding model called Composer1. It's 4x faster than comparable models and surprisingly capable. Here's why it drew me back to the IDE.Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/storing-large-web-app-state-in-url-using-pako/https://mfyz.com/storing-large-web-app-state-in-url-using-pako/How to store and share complex application state in URLs using pako compression, discovered from Mermaid Live Editor's approach to making diagrams shareable.Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/stupid-simple-setup-run-ai-locally/https://mfyz.com/stupid-simple-setup-run-ai-locally/Ollama + Gemma 2B runs capable AI locally on any computer. Free, offline, private - handles summaries and automation without cloud APIs or heavy resources.Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/snarkdown-1kb-markdown-renderer/https://mfyz.com/snarkdown-1kb-markdown-renderer/Marked is 50KB. markdown-it is 100KB. snarkdown is 1KB and handles 90% of markdown use cases.Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/uvu-sinon-fast-lightweight-testing/https://mfyz.com/uvu-sinon-fast-lightweight-testing/Jest is slow. Vitest is heavy. uvu is a 5KB test runner that runs 205 tests in 190ms. Here's why I switched and built a custom reporter.Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/react-best-parts-preact-htm-5kb/https://mfyz.com/react-best-parts-preact-htm-5kb/Modern React development means webpack, babel, and megabytes of dependencies. Preact + HTM gives you the same DX in 5KB from a CDN. No build step needed.Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/dprint-rust-based-code-formatter-faster-prettier/https://mfyz.com/dprint-rust-based-code-formatter-faster-prettier/Prettier is slow and bloated. dprint is a Rust-based alternative that's 10-100x faster with zero npm dependencies. Here's why I switched.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/oss-newsletter-digester-ai-slack-summaries/https://mfyz.com/oss-newsletter-digester-ai-slack-summaries/Too many newsletters and blog emails? I built a self-hosted tool that monitors them all, uses AI to generate smart summaries, and sends digests straight to Slack.Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/ai-coding-agent-sandbox-container/https://mfyz.com/ai-coding-agent-sandbox-container/Running Claude Code or other AI agents with unrestricted network access? Here's how I built a secure, isolated dev container with iptables firewall to control exactly what they can reach.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/claude-code-on-loop-autonomous-ai-coding/https://mfyz.com/claude-code-on-loop-autonomous-ai-coding/What happens when you let Claude Code run in a loop with minimal instructions? An experimental approach to autonomous AI coding that's equal parts fascinating and terrifying.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/diy-poor-mans-ngrok-ssh-tunneling/https://mfyz.com/diy-poor-mans-ngrok-ssh-tunneling/Need to expose localhost for webhook testing but don't want random URLs or subscriptions? Here's how I use SSH tunneling and NGINX for a stable, free ngrok alternative.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/why-claude-code-is-my-favorite-llm-interface/https://mfyz.com/why-claude-code-is-my-favorite-llm-interface/Claude Code became my primary LLM interface thanks to its markdown commands, hooks system, and shell-based architecture that opens unlimited possibilities.Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/how-markdown-based-blogging-changed-how-much-i-write/https://mfyz.com/how-markdown-based-blogging-changed-how-much-i-write/The fluidity of markdown transformed my writing frequency, from complex WordPress workflows to seamless content creation across devices with AI assistance.Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/post-deployment-tests-github-actions-playwright/https://mfyz.com/post-deployment-tests-github-actions-playwright/Why post-deployment testing matters and how to implement it with GitHub Actions and Playwright. Real examples of testing web pages and API health checks.Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/why-cdn-stacking-is-bad-idea/https://mfyz.com/why-cdn-stacking-is-bad-idea/CDN stacking increases latency and explode operational complexityTue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/smart-client-side-rendered-mermaid-charts-on-astro-blogs/https://mfyz.com/smart-client-side-rendered-mermaid-charts-on-astro-blogs/Smart client-side Mermaid diagram rendering that replaces code blocks with interactive charts, includes custom styling options and graceful fallbacks.Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/notion-gtd-prioritization-framework-template/https://mfyz.com/notion-gtd-prioritization-framework-template/A practical GTD and prioritization framework built in Notion that helps stay focused, organize tasks by projects, and make better decisions about what to work on next.Mon, 25 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/why-people-moving-from-nextjs/https://mfyz.com/why-people-moving-from-nextjs/Exploring the growing trend of developers and companies migrating away from Next.js, the reasons behind this movement, and where they're heading instead.Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/generate-beautiful-og-images-astro-satori/https://mfyz.com/generate-beautiful-og-images-astro-satori/Learn how to automatically generate stunning Open Graph images for your Astro blog posts using Satori and @resvg/resvg-js with practical examples and code snippets.Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/you-may-not-need-react/https://mfyz.com/you-may-not-need-react/Exploring when React becomes overkill and rediscovering the power of simpler web technologies for content-driven websites and applications.Tue, 29 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/coolest-wasm-superpowers/https://mfyz.com/coolest-wasm-superpowers/Exploring the coolest WebAssembly use cases that bring desktop-level performance to web browsers - from running Python to full SQL databases.Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/taming-claude-code/https://mfyz.com/taming-claude-code/How Claude Code revolutionized CLI-based development and practical tips for mastering this powerful AI coding assistant.Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/crafting-useful-error-messages/https://mfyz.com/crafting-useful-error-messages/Methods for creating error messages that effectively guide users and prevent frustration in digital products are explored.Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/wordpress-to-mdx-astro-migration-script/https://mfyz.com/wordpress-to-mdx-astro-migration-script/A Node.js script for exporting WordPress blog posts to Astro MDX format is detailed, covering frontmatter creation and content transformation.Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/vibe-coding-a-news-site-with-arcxp-view-api-in-2hrs/https://mfyz.com/vibe-coding-a-news-site-with-arcxp-view-api-in-2hrs/A vibe-coding session demonstrating the construction of a news website using Arc XP's View API, Astro, and AI-powered tools is presented.Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/mfyz-com-open-source-giscus-comments/https://mfyz.com/mfyz-com-open-source-giscus-comments/The Astro codebase for mfyz.com is now open source, and a new Giscus-powered reaction and commenting system has been introduced for blog posts.Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/headless-cmses/https://mfyz.com/headless-cmses/A practical examination of headless CMS platforms is provided, outlining when their use is most beneficial and why.Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/wordpress-to-astro-migration-performance-comparison/https://mfyz.com/wordpress-to-astro-migration-performance-comparison/A detailed performance comparison between a WordPress blog and its Astro-migrated version is presented, including before/after metrics and key findings.Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/moved-blog-from-wordpress-to-astro/https://mfyz.com/moved-blog-from-wordpress-to-astro/The migration process from WordPress to Astro is detailed, covering the decision-making, challenges encountered, and key lessons learned.Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/i-found-a-way-to-make-n8n-workflows-as-code/https://mfyz.com/i-found-a-way-to-make-n8n-workflows-as-code/A method for managing n8n workflows as code using Node.js scripts is presented, enabling version control, local backups, and easier management of complex or AI-driven automations.Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/xmlhttprequest-vs-fetch-which-is-the-difference-and-which-javascript-api-should-you-use/https://mfyz.com/xmlhttprequest-vs-fetch-which-is-the-difference-and-which-javascript-api-should-you-use/A comparison between XMLHttpRequest (XHR) and the modern Fetch API for JavaScript network requests is provided. Key differences, benefits of Fetch, and considerations for choosing between them are outlined.Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/n8n-form-trigger-is-awesome/https://mfyz.com/n8n-form-trigger-is-awesome/The utility of n8n's built-in Form node for creating and hosting forms directly within automation workflows is explored. Advantages over traditional form tools, setup with Docker, and various use cases, including AI-powered automations, are detailed.Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/fastify-vercel-best-vibes-single-file-2-mins/https://mfyz.com/fastify-vercel-best-vibes-single-file-2-mins/A demonstration of building and deploying a simple CRUD API endpoint using Fastify and Drizzle ORM on Vercel is provided. The ease of use, zero-config deploys, and suitability for quick prototypes or single endpoints are highlighted.Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/automate-everything-with-n8n/https://mfyz.com/automate-everything-with-n8n/n8n, an open-source workflow automation tool, is presented as a flexible alternative to tools like Zapier. Its features, including self-hosting via Docker, visual interface, no-code/full-code capabilities, and AI readiness, are highlighted with example use cases.Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/how-we-scale-to-billions-of-news-media-readers-at-arc-xp/https://mfyz.com/how-we-scale-to-billions-of-news-media-readers-at-arc-xp/A brief overview of a blog post detailing how Arc XP, an enterprise CMS, utilizes CDN and caching layers to achieve resiliency, security, and scalability for billions of news and media readers.Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/turso-drizzle-perfect-sqlite-combo-in-production/https://mfyz.com/turso-drizzle-perfect-sqlite-combo-in-production/The combination of Turso, a hosted SQLite service, and Drizzle, a TypeScript ORM, for using SQLite in production environments is explored. Benefits include simplicity, type safety, and seamless transition from local development to production.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/kokorojs-minimal-text-to-speech-api-model-you-can-run-in-your-browser/https://mfyz.com/kokorojs-minimal-text-to-speech-api-model-you-can-run-in-your-browser/Kokoro.js, a lightweight, browser-based text-to-speech (TTS) JavaScript library, is introduced. Its ease of use, client-side operation, and potential applications in accessibility and e-learning are discussed.Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/github-actions-and-playwright-to-generate-web-page-screenshots/https://mfyz.com/github-actions-and-playwright-to-generate-web-page-screenshots/A guide to automating web page screenshot generation using GitHub Actions and Playwright is provided. The setup includes installing Playwright, writing a screenshot script, and configuring a GitHub Actions workflow to run on code pushes, along with tips for speeding up the process.Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/convenient-white-boarding-with-confluence-whiteboards-for-atlassian-operated-teams/https://mfyz.com/convenient-white-boarding-with-confluence-whiteboards-for-atlassian-operated-teams/The advantages of Confluence Whiteboards for Atlassian-based teams, such as integration, accessibility, and licensing, are discussed in comparison to tools like Figjam and Miro.Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/make-vercel-open-source-and-self-hosted-you-get-coolify/https://mfyz.com/make-vercel-open-source-and-self-hosted-you-get-coolify/Coolify, a self-hostable and open-source alternative to deployment platforms like Vercel and Heroku, is introduced. Its lightweight nature, support for any language and Docker services, and GitOps-based deployment capabilities are highlighted.Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/duplicati-for-backups/https://mfyz.com/duplicati-for-backups/An overview of Duplicati, an open-source backup solution, is provided, highlighting its ease of use, web UI, support for various destinations, and how it can be deployed using Docker. Fatih's personal setup and monitoring methods are also shared.Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/things-that-shouldnt-be-included-in-the-client-side-javascript-bundles/https://mfyz.com/things-that-shouldnt-be-included-in-the-client-side-javascript-bundles/Strategies for optimizing client-side JavaScript bundles by excluding unnecessary items like binary assets, large utility libraries, development tools, and static data are explored. The importance of code splitting is also highlighted.Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/hosting-my-hobby-projects-from-cheap-hp-mini-desktop-from-my-closet-verizon-fios/https://mfyz.com/hosting-my-hobby-projects-from-cheap-hp-mini-desktop-from-my-closet-verizon-fios/A setup for self-hosting hobby projects using an HP mini desktop, Verizon Fios, and a software stack including Docker and Cloudflare Tunnels is detailed. Motivations, hardware choices, and the home lab configuration are explored.Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/monitor-everything-with-healthchecks-io/https://mfyz.com/monitor-everything-with-healthchecks-io/The utility of Healthchecks.io for monitoring cron jobs, services, and applications via a 'dead man's switch' mechanism is detailed. Its setup, features like scheduling and integrations, and its open-source nature are explored.Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/a-quick-way-to-tweak-cdn-edge-ttl-to-radically-improve-site-performance-and-seo/https://mfyz.com/a-quick-way-to-tweak-cdn-edge-ttl-to-radically-improve-site-performance-and-seo/Significant site performance and SEO improvements through CDN Edge TTL optimization are detailed. Configuration of longer TTLs, using Cloudflare as an example, to enhance Time-To-First-Byte (TTFB) and Core Web Vitals is explained.Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/portainer-gitops-a-simple-way-to-deploy-and-manage-your-self-hosted-applications/https://mfyz.com/portainer-gitops-a-simple-way-to-deploy-and-manage-your-self-hosted-applications/A method for deploying and managing self-hosted applications using Portainer for container management and a GitOps workflow for automated deployments from a Git repository is detailed. This approach simplifies managing Dockerized applications.Tue, 08 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/animating-systems-diagrams-with-draw-io/https://mfyz.com/animating-systems-diagrams-with-draw-io/The use of draw.io for animating system diagrams to enhance understanding of complex processes is explored. Techniques for creating animated flows and the benefits of draw.io as a versatile diagramming tool are highlighted.Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/wordpress-headless-cpt-acf-building-a-flexible-content-platform/https://mfyz.com/wordpress-headless-cpt-acf-building-a-flexible-content-platform/Building flexible content platforms using WordPress in a headless setup, combined with Custom Post Types (CPT) and Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), is explored. This approach allows for front-end framework flexibility and streamlined content management.Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/leveling-up-data-driven-product-development-game-using-posthog/https://mfyz.com/leveling-up-data-driven-product-development-game-using-posthog/PostHog, an open-source product analytics platform, is presented as a tool for data-driven product development. Key features like auto-capture, HogQL, funnels, heatmaps, and session recordings are discussed.Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/metrics-to-pay-attention-to-when-optimizing-web-page-performance/https://mfyz.com/metrics-to-pay-attention-to-when-optimizing-web-page-performance/Key metrics for web page performance optimization, including Core Web Vitals (LCP, INP, CLS) and interactivity measures (TTI, TBT), are discussed. Actionable steps for improving site speed and user experience are also outlined.Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/cronicle-my-new-go-to-task-scheduler-its-open-source/https://mfyz.com/cronicle-my-new-go-to-task-scheduler-its-open-source/Cronicle, an open-source task scheduler, is highlighted as a go-to solution for its ease of use, robust features like retry mechanisms and multi-server support, and real-time job monitoring. Its flexibility for various scheduling needs is also discussed.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/nocodb-open-source-airtable-a-rich-admin-tooling-with-ootb-rest-api-to-your-dbs/https://mfyz.com/nocodb-open-source-airtable-a-rich-admin-tooling-with-ootb-rest-api-to-your-dbs/NocoDB, an open-source alternative to Airtable, is introduced. Its features, including BYO database, various view types (grid, calendar, gallery), form building, bulk data import/export, and out-of-the-box REST APIs and webhooks, are highlighted.Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/secure-your-applications-and-access-to-services-using-cloudflare-zero-trust/https://mfyz.com/secure-your-applications-and-access-to-services-using-cloudflare-zero-trust/An overview of Cloudflare Zero Trust is provided, detailing its approach to securing web applications and services by authenticating at the DNS proxy layer, utilizing secure tunnels, and integrating with existing identity providers.Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/creating-sequence-diagrams-using-mermaidjs-to-map-out-your-user-journey/https://mfyz.com/creating-sequence-diagrams-using-mermaidjs-to-map-out-your-user-journey/An effective product planning process using sequence diagrams created with Mermaid.js to map out user journeys is detailed. This visualization aids in understanding interactions between various user personas and system components.Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/editing-and-previewing-mermaid-diagrams-on-your-docs-markdown-github-notion-confluence/https://mfyz.com/editing-and-previewing-mermaid-diagrams-on-your-docs-markdown-github-notion-confluence/Methods for editing and previewing Mermaid.js diagrams within various documentation tools like Markdown editors, GitHub, Notion, and Confluence are explored. The utility of Mermaid.js for creating diagrams from plain text is highlighted.Tue, 20 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/dotfiles-method-to-sync-your-command-line-configurations-between-machines/https://mfyz.com/dotfiles-method-to-sync-your-command-line-configurations-between-machines/A common method for synchronizing command-line tool configurations across multiple machines using 'dotfiles' is explained. The use of GNU Stow for managing these configuration files and strategies for handling sensitive information are also covered.Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/simple-gitlab-ci-cd-deployment-via-sshrsync/https://mfyz.com/simple-gitlab-ci-cd-deployment-via-sshrsync/A straightforward method for deploying applications using GitLab CI/CD, SSH, and RSYNC is presented. The process covers updating code on a remote server and restarting applications, suitable for various project types including PHP and Node.js.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/create-quick-diagrams-and-wireframes-using-excalidraw-vscode/https://mfyz.com/create-quick-diagrams-and-wireframes-using-excalidraw-vscode/The capabilities of Excalidraw, an open-source diagramming and wireframing tool, are explored, with a focus on its VSCode extension for creating quick visuals. Features like portability and collaborative editing are highlighted.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/better-cmdr-improved-command-line-history-using-atuin/https://mfyz.com/better-cmdr-improved-command-line-history-using-atuin/Atuin, a command-line utility for replacing existing shell history with a SQLite database, is introduced. Its features, including advanced search capabilities and optional encrypted history synchronization between devices, are highlighted.Wed, 12 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/github-page-is-the-most-important-place-as-a-developer-and-here-is-why-it-is-so-important/https://mfyz.com/github-page-is-the-most-important-place-as-a-developer-and-here-is-why-it-is-so-important/The significance of a developer's GitHub profile for career prospects is emphasized, detailing what recruiters seek and offering advice on optimizing a profile to effectively showcase skills, projects, and contributions.Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/how-google-had-almost-10-years-head-start-on-voice-assistants-and-lost-its-competition-to-amazon/https://mfyz.com/how-google-had-almost-10-years-head-start-on-voice-assistants-and-lost-its-competition-to-amazon/Google's early advantage in voice assistant technology and its subsequent loss of market leadership to Amazon's Alexa are examined. The potential implications for Google's search dominance are also considered.Mon, 22 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/portable-wordpress-with-sqlite-instead-of-mysql/https://mfyz.com/portable-wordpress-with-sqlite-instead-of-mysql/A method for creating a portable WordPress environment using SQLite instead of MySQL is detailed. The process leverages wp-cli for automating installation and configuration, making it suitable for testing themes and plugins.Fri, 05 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/remove-unused-css-with-purgecss/https://mfyz.com/remove-unused-css-with-purgecss/The use of PurgeCSS to remove unused CSS from web applications is detailed, highlighting its effectiveness in reducing final CSS size and improving rendering times, especially with frameworks like TailwindCSS.Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/optimize-your-bundle-size-by-eliminating-dead-code-tree-shaking-in-webpack/https://mfyz.com/optimize-your-bundle-size-by-eliminating-dead-code-tree-shaking-in-webpack/The concept of tree-shaking in Webpack is explained as a method to optimize JavaScript bundle sizes by eliminating unused code. Examples are provided, including how to correctly import from libraries like Material-UI and Lodash to enable effective tree-shaking.Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/better-webpack-build-outputs-with-webpack-dashboard/https://mfyz.com/better-webpack-build-outputs-with-webpack-dashboard/The use of webpack-dashboard for a cleaner and more organized command-line output during Webpack builds is explained. This tool provides an interactive summary of important build information.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/at-least-do-this-for-securing-your-wordpress-site-as-a-quick-win-use-wordfence/https://mfyz.com/at-least-do-this-for-securing-your-wordpress-site-as-a-quick-win-use-wordfence/Basic WordPress security measures achievable with the Wordfence plugin are outlined, emphasizing quick wins such as enabling Multi-Factor Authentication, rate limiting, and country blocking to enhance site protection.Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/easy-wordpress-backups-using-updraft/https://mfyz.com/easy-wordpress-backups-using-updraft/The UpdraftPlus plugin is presented as a solution for easy WordPress backups, covering scheduling, what to backup, restoration, migration capabilities, and cloud storage integrations. Key features and benefits are highlighted.Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/analyze-and-optimize-webpack-bundles-size-and-contents/https://mfyz.com/analyze-and-optimize-webpack-bundles-size-and-contents/Methods for analyzing and optimizing the size and contents of Webpack bundles are presented. Tools like Webpack Bundle Analyzer and Bundlesize are introduced to help identify large modules and monitor bundle size changes.Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-wp-rocket-to-speed-up-your-wordpress-site/https://mfyz.com/using-wp-rocket-to-speed-up-your-wordpress-site/The benefits of using WP-Rocket for WordPress site optimization are explored, covering caching strategies and CDN integration to improve performance and page load speed. Options like Rocket CDN and Cloudflare are also discussed.Fri, 18 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-rclone-cronjobs-for-simple-server-backup-solution/https://mfyz.com/using-rclone-cronjobs-for-simple-server-backup-solution/A simple server backup solution using rclone and cronjobs is outlined. The process involves syncing files and database backups to cloud storage providers like Google Drive, along with monitoring the backup tasks.Tue, 23 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/my-process-of-doing-macos-clean-reinstall-twice-on-intel-and-m1-macbook-air-in-search-of-better-performance-and-clean-start/https://mfyz.com/my-process-of-doing-macos-clean-reinstall-twice-on-intel-and-m1-macbook-air-in-search-of-better-performance-and-clean-start/Fatih's detailed process for performing clean macOS reinstalls on both Intel and M1 MacBooks is shared, covering backup strategies, application and tool setup (including Homebrew, dotfiles, and development environments), and considerations for optimizing performance.Tue, 19 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-axe-react-axe-to-audit-your-web-applications-accessibility/https://mfyz.com/using-axe-react-axe-to-audit-your-web-applications-accessibility/The importance of web accessibility and tools like Axe and react-axe for auditing and improving the accessibility of web applications are discussed. These tools help identify and resolve common accessibility issues, aligning with standards like WCAG.Thu, 07 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/static-site-hosting-with-cloudflare-pages/https://mfyz.com/static-site-hosting-with-cloudflare-pages/Cloudflare Pages is presented as a static site hosting solution, emphasizing its fast network performance, Git-integrated deployment process, and suitability for JAMStack applications. Key features such as custom domain support and pricing are also covered.Wed, 30 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/intro-to-cloudflare-workers/https://mfyz.com/intro-to-cloudflare-workers/An introduction to Cloudflare Workers is provided, highlighting its capabilities as a distributed, serverless platform for building lightweight back-end components and serving dynamic content. The benefits, free tier, and related tools like Flareact are also discussed.Sun, 20 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/create-a-website-from-notion-document-collection-with-custom-subdomain-via-fruition-in-10-minutes/https://mfyz.com/create-a-website-from-notion-document-collection-with-custom-subdomain-via-fruition-in-10-minutes/A method for creating a website from Notion document collections using a custom subdomain, facilitated by Fruition and Cloudflare Workers, is detailed. The ease of setup and benefits of this approach for quick website deployment are highlighted.Wed, 09 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/no-jquery-movement/https://mfyz.com/no-jquery-movement/The historical utility of jQuery and the contemporary shift towards vanilla JavaScript for enhanced web performance and optimization are examined. Resources for developers transitioning away from jQuery are also highlighted.Thu, 27 May 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/google-sheets-zapier-is-a-perfect-gateway-for-quick-integrations-when-bootstrapping-a-new-tool-service/https://mfyz.com/google-sheets-zapier-is-a-perfect-gateway-for-quick-integrations-when-bootstrapping-a-new-tool-service/Google Sheets and Zapier are explored as a powerful combination for streamlining third-party integrations when launching new products. The advantages of this method for quick bootstrapping are detailed, alongside an example of a Zapier automation.Mon, 17 May 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/get-google-sheets-document-content-as-json-without-google-api-oauth/https://mfyz.com/get-google-sheets-document-content-as-json-without-google-api-oauth/A step-by-step guide is provided on retrieving Google Sheets document content as a JSON object without needing Google API OAuth. The process involves sharing the sheet and publishing it to the web to construct a specific URL for JSON access.Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/monitoring-your-microservice-stack-with-simple-ping-health-checks-using-healthchecks-io-for-free/https://mfyz.com/monitoring-your-microservice-stack-with-simple-ping-health-checks-using-healthchecks-io-for-free/This post explores using Healthchecks.io for monitoring microservice stacks via simple ping-based health checks. It covers the benefits of this approach, including its ease of setup for self-hosted or SaaS versions and integration capabilities.Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/hosting-your-own-private-npm-packages-with-self-hosted-npm-registry-using-verdaccio/https://mfyz.com/hosting-your-own-private-npm-packages-with-self-hosted-npm-registry-using-verdaccio/Notes about the experience of using Verdaccio for a self-hosted private npm registry at Nomad Interactive. It covers the ease of setup and considerations that led to eventually favoring public npm packages.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/our-git-workflow-at-nomad-interactive-branching-tagging/https://mfyz.com/our-git-workflow-at-nomad-interactive-branching-tagging/Notes about the Git workflow implemented at Nomad Interactive, including branching models, tagging conventions, and continuous integration practices. It also covers automated delivery pipelines and code review processes.Tue, 09 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-ant-design-as-our-primary-react-js-ui-framework/https://mfyz.com/using-ant-design-as-our-primary-react-js-ui-framework/An overview of Ant Design as the primary React.js UI framework used at Nomad Interactive. The post highlights its benefits, such as a rich component library, customization options, and improved consistency in application development.Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/how-to-use-genymotion-for-android-testing-simulator-emulator-on-macos-or-windows/https://mfyz.com/how-to-use-genymotion-for-android-testing-simulator-emulator-on-macos-or-windows/Notes about using Genymotion for Android testing (simulator/emulator) on macOS or Windows. It covers its advantages over the official emulator in the past and various use cases, including mobile web testing and running Android apps on a desktop.Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/why-we-are-moving-from-gitlab-self-hosted-to-gitlab-com/https://mfyz.com/why-we-are-moving-from-gitlab-self-hosted-to-gitlab-com/This post outlines the rationale behind migrating from a self-hosted GitLab instance to the gitlab.com cloud service. It covers the benefits of reduced maintenance and the smooth transition experience.Thu, 07 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-gitlab-com-as-your-background-workers-using-ci-schedules/https://mfyz.com/using-gitlab-com-as-your-background-workers-using-ci-schedules/Leveraging GitLab.com's CI/CD scheduled pipelines as a method for running background worker scripts is explored. This approach offers a convenient way to manage and monitor scheduled tasks without dedicated worker infrastructure.Mon, 28 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/mobile-internet-on-budget-using-tripmode-or-little-snitch-on-mac-to-control-your-bandwidth-usage-when-doing-mobile-internet-hotspot/https://mfyz.com/mobile-internet-on-budget-using-tripmode-or-little-snitch-on-mac-to-control-your-bandwidth-usage-when-doing-mobile-internet-hotspot/Methods for controlling internet bandwidth usage on macOS when using mobile hotspots are explored, highlighting tools like TripMode and Little Snitch to manage data consumption and avoid unexpected charges.Thu, 17 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/having-reliable-internet-while-travelling-every-corner-of-the-world/https://mfyz.com/having-reliable-internet-while-travelling-every-corner-of-the-world/Strategies for maintaining reliable internet connectivity while traveling are discussed, focusing on mobile internet solutions like portable modems and smartphone hotspots, along with considerations for bandwidth management and device compatibility across different countries.Mon, 07 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/ipad-pro-raspberry-pi-portable-development-environment-on-mobile/https://mfyz.com/ipad-pro-raspberry-pi-portable-development-environment-on-mobile/The creation of a portable development environment using an iPad Pro paired with a Raspberry Pi is explored, detailing how this setup overcomes iOS limitations for coding by providing a full Linux environment for tasks like Node.js development.Wed, 25 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/3-ways-of-redirections-in-react-router/https://mfyz.com/3-ways-of-redirections-in-react-router/Three different methods for implementing navigation and redirections in React applications using the react-router library are explained, including using the Link component, the Redirect component, and programmatic navigation via the history object.Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/better-code-history-with-gitlinter-commitlinter/https://mfyz.com/better-code-history-with-gitlinter-commitlinter/The significance of maintaining consistent and informative commit messages for improved code history readability and team collaboration is discussed. Tools like commitlinter and conventions such as Conventional Commits are presented as methods to enforce these standards.Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/mfyz-com-homepage-design-update/https://mfyz.com/mfyz-com-homepage-design-update/A homepage design update for mfyz.com is detailed, focusing on improved usability and aesthetics. The changes aim to better showcase recent posts with subtle category-based visualizations and a more consistent, colorful tone.Mon, 12 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/i-used-windows10-temporarily-for-my-work-setup-for-10-days-after-10-years-of-being-apple-ecosystem-user-it-was-better-than-i-expected/https://mfyz.com/i-used-windows10-temporarily-for-my-work-setup-for-10-days-after-10-years-of-being-apple-ecosystem-user-it-was-better-than-i-expected/An account of a 10-day experiment using Windows 10 for a work setup after over a decade in the Apple ecosystem. The experience, including migrating workflows and the development environment with WSL, was surprisingly positive.Fri, 02 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-vercel-formerly-now-sh-for-super-fast-deployments/https://mfyz.com/using-vercel-formerly-now-sh-for-super-fast-deployments/The benefits of using Vercel (formerly Zeit/now.sh) for rapid web application deployments are discussed, covering its command-line interface, Git integration for automatic deployments, and serverless API features.Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/how-figma-changed-how-we-collaborate-on-our-ux-and-ui-designs/https://mfyz.com/how-figma-changed-how-we-collaborate-on-our-ux-and-ui-designs/An exploration of how Figma revolutionized the team's UX/UI design collaboration by consolidating tools and enabling real-time, browser-based workflows, alongside considerations for its impact on the design process.Wed, 02 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-airtable-through-its-api-programmatically-as-almost-remote-database/https://mfyz.com/using-airtable-through-its-api-programmatically-as-almost-remote-database/Airtable's API allows it to be used programmatically, functioning almost like a remote database for small projects. Its user-friendly API and dynamic documentation make data access and management straightforward.Mon, 27 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/why-every-developer-needs-to-know-google-sheets-excel-programming/https://mfyz.com/why-every-developer-needs-to-know-google-sheets-excel-programming/The importance of Google Sheets and Excel programming skills for developers is highlighted, emphasizing how Google Apps Script can facilitate data sharing with non-technical colleagues and enable rapid prototyping of ideas.Mon, 15 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/just-launched-my-newest-product-in-producthunt-sheet2cal-organize-calendar-events-inside-from-your-google-sheets-doc/https://mfyz.com/just-launched-my-newest-product-in-producthunt-sheet2cal-organize-calendar-events-inside-from-your-google-sheets-doc/The launch of Sheet2Cal, a new product featured on Product Hunt, is announced. Sheet2Cal enables users to organize and sync calendar events directly from their Google Sheets documents.Thu, 02 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/smarting-up-google-docs-and-sheets/https://mfyz.com/smarting-up-google-docs-and-sheets/The capabilities of Google Docs and Sheets can be extended for more complex tasks using Google Apps Script. This allows for automation, dynamic data integration, and custom functionalities beyond standard document editing.Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/launch-of-my-latest-product-screenshot-tracker/https://mfyz.com/launch-of-my-latest-product-screenshot-tracker/The launch of Screenshot Tracker, a free and open-source desktop application designed for capturing full web page screenshots across multiple URLs and resolutions simultaneously, is announced.Mon, 23 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/working-with-memcache-on-your-nodejs-app-on-heroku/https://mfyz.com/working-with-memcache-on-your-nodejs-app-on-heroku/Guidance is provided on integrating Memcache into a NodeJS application hosted on Heroku, utilizing the Memcachier add-on for improved performance through in-memory caching.Mon, 10 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/first-product-hunt/https://mfyz.com/first-product-hunt/The launch of a Chrome extension, 'Post to Wordpress from Chrome', on Product Hunt is announced. This extension helps users post content from any website directly to their WordPress blogs.Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/smarter-documents-quip-notion-airtable-coda-or-good-old-gdocsgsheets/https://mfyz.com/smarter-documents-quip-notion-airtable-coda-or-good-old-gdocsgsheets/An exploration of 'smarter' document tools like Quip, Notion, Airtable, and Coda, which enhance information management and collaboration beyond traditional word processors and spreadsheets.Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/living-in-the-cloud-as-a-developer/https://mfyz.com/living-in-the-cloud-as-a-developer/As a developer, I find myself living more in the cloud. Our tools, workflows, and even development environments are shifting towards remote access and constant connectivity, making powerful local machines less of a necessity.Sat, 04 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/developing-and-deploying-nodejs-express-apps-on-heroku/https://mfyz.com/developing-and-deploying-nodejs-express-apps-on-heroku/Key considerations for developing and deploying Node.js and Express applications on Heroku are discussed. Topics include using environment variables, specifying Node.js versions, utilizing prebuild/postbuild scripts, and leveraging Heroku add-ons.Mon, 09 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/importance-of-changelogs/https://mfyz.com/importance-of-changelogs/The significance of maintaining a changelog for projects is discussed, referencing guidelines from keepachangelog.com. An example changelog is provided to illustrate best practices for documenting changes.Tue, 19 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-cloudinary-for-image-cloud-storage-with-image-transformations-in-your-nodejs-express-app-in-heroku/https://mfyz.com/using-cloudinary-for-image-cloud-storage-with-image-transformations-in-your-nodejs-express-app-in-heroku/The use of Cloudinary for image cloud storage and dynamic transformations within Node.js/Express applications on Heroku is explored. Benefits of separating static assets and leveraging Cloudinary's API are detailed.Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/single-javascript-file-node-express-instagram-authentication-oauth-and-get-user-photos/https://mfyz.com/single-javascript-file-node-express-instagram-authentication-oauth-and-get-user-photos/A guide is provided for implementing Instagram OAuth authentication and fetching user photos using Node.js and Express, all within a single JavaScript file. Steps include registering an Instagram app and coding the server-side logic.Thu, 24 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/wds-world-domination-summit/https://mfyz.com/wds-world-domination-summit/The World Domination Summit (WDS), an annual gathering in Portland, OR, is described as an event for unconventional thinkers to share impactful ideas on community, purpose, and creative living. Personal experiences from attending are shared.Tue, 08 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/how-i-use-slack-as-my-dashboard/https://mfyz.com/how-i-use-slack-as-my-dashboard/The use of Slack as a central dashboard is explored, highlighting its capabilities for team communication, monitoring various services through integrations, and initiating actions via bots and slash commands.Tue, 24 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/why-i-dont-like-wearables-that-are-attached-to-your-body/https://mfyz.com/why-i-dont-like-wearables-that-are-attached-to-your-body/A critical view on body-attached wearables like smartwatches is presented, questioning the utility of activity tracking and the intrusiveness of notifications. While health monitoring is seen as valuable, sleep tracking and battery life are common pain points.Thu, 22 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/analytics-data-on-sql-database-best-database-and-table-design-for-billions-of-rows-of-data/https://mfyz.com/analytics-data-on-sql-database-best-database-and-table-design-for-billions-of-rows-of-data/In this post, I explore a Stack Overflow answer detailing how to efficiently store and query billions of rows of analytics data using PostgreSQL and BRIN indexes. It's a great DIY approach for managing large datasets.Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/make-your-car-smarter-with-automatic/https://mfyz.com/make-your-car-smarter-with-automatic/I've made my car smarter using the Automatic device. It plugs into the diagnostic port and offers features like parking tracking, trip logging, driving style analysis, and IFTTT integration.Sun, 07 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/using-heroku-for-a-quick-development-environment/https://mfyz.com/using-heroku-for-a-quick-development-environment/Heroku has changed how I create and deploy apps. In this post, I explain how I use its CLI and Git integration for quick development and deployment, supporting languages like PHP and Node.js.Sun, 26 May 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/time-to-take-a-break-from-your-computer/https://mfyz.com/time-to-take-a-break-from-your-computer/I find regular breaks essential during long work sessions. In this post, I discuss the importance of breaks and share how I use Stretchly, an open-source app, to remind myself to step away from the screen.Mon, 13 May 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/work-in-a-distraction-free-mode-on-your-computer/https://mfyz.com/work-in-a-distraction-free-mode-on-your-computer/I'm always looking for ways to boost my focus. In this post, I share how I use focus.app to create distraction-free work sessions, blocking notifications and integrating it with custom scripts.Tue, 07 May 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/quick-and-dirty-set-up-graylog-in-5-minutes-with-docker/https://mfyz.com/quick-and-dirty-set-up-graylog-in-5-minutes-with-docker/See how to quickly set up a Graylog instance using Docker in about 5 minutes. I also provide a simple Node.js application to send logs to your new Graylog setup.Tue, 09 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/best-gtd-method-geeks-todo-txt/https://mfyz.com/best-gtd-method-geeks-todo-txt/After trying countless GTD apps, I've found that the simple, plain text format of Todo.txt works best for me. I'll share why I love its flexibility and how I use it across my devices, even with a custom editor I built.Fri, 16 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/taking-long-scrolling-content-screenshots-mac/https://mfyz.com/taking-long-scrolling-content-screenshots-mac/Ever needed to screenshot a long, scrolling piece of content on your Mac? I'll show you a handy tool called Xnip that makes capturing full-length screenshots from web pages or even native desktop apps a breeze.Wed, 03 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/ive-screen-less-no-screen-saturdays-year-now/https://mfyz.com/ive-screen-less-no-screen-saturdays-year-now/For over a year, I've embraced screen-less Saturdays. I'll share why I find it vital for digital well-being, its impact on my daily life, and the creative benefits I've discovered from this practice.Mon, 02 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/web-ui-browser-automation-headless-browsers/https://mfyz.com/web-ui-browser-automation-headless-browsers/Quick rundown on headless browsers and how they're used for web and UI automation. These tools are great for developers and testers, allowing programmatic interaction with web pages for tasks like regression testing and screenshot comparison.Tue, 13 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/track-goes-space-ifttt/https://mfyz.com/track-goes-space-ifttt/I'll show you a fun way I use IFTTT to track when astronauts go to space! By connecting NASA's events to a Slack channel, I get updates and can learn more about the astronauts and their missions.Mon, 26 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/use-quip-leverage-collaborative-writing-tool-team-communication/https://mfyz.com/use-quip-leverage-collaborative-writing-tool-team-communication/An overview of using Quip for personal note-taking and enhancing team collaboration, highlighting its benefits for transparency, real-time work, and offering tips for effective team communication.Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/written-communication-king/https://mfyz.com/written-communication-king/Exploring the importance of written communication for personal thought organization, learning, and its critical role in business and team collaboration for clarity, consistency, and asynchronous work.Thu, 19 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/bitbucket-static-website-hosting/https://mfyz.com/bitbucket-static-website-hosting/A quick guide on how to use Bitbucket's feature to host static websites, similar to GitHub Pages, by creating a repository named 'username.bitbucket.io'.Mon, 09 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/create-baby-dashboard-cheap-tablet/https://mfyz.com/create-baby-dashboard-cheap-tablet/Learn how to create a DIY baby dashboard using a cheap tablet to track feedings and diaper changes for newborns, complete with software, hardware, and mounting tips.Thu, 05 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/ipad-apple-pencil-best-works-notability-app/https://mfyz.com/ipad-apple-pencil-best-works-notability-app/A review of the Apple Pencil and iPad Pro experience, highlighting the Notability app as a top choice for note-taking and drawing due to its responsiveness and simplicity.Sun, 01 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/working-home-father-sleep-biphasic-polyphasic-cycles/https://mfyz.com/working-home-father-sleep-biphasic-polyphasic-cycles/A new father working from home shares experiments with biphasic and polyphasic sleep cycles to balance work and newborn care, alongside focus strategies.Thu, 28 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/bad-product-design-multi-team-services-part-one-team/https://mfyz.com/bad-product-design-multi-team-services-part-one-team/Critiquing the product design of services like Dropbox and Quip that limit users to a single team account, highlighting the inconvenience for freelancers and individuals involved in multiple projects.Mon, 25 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/becoming-tech-father/https://mfyz.com/becoming-tech-father/A new father's reflections on integrating technology into parenting, exploring how tech can aid in childcare, and the rise of parent-driven innovation in baby-related products and services.Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/super-affordable-cloud-vps-scaleway/https://mfyz.com/super-affordable-cloud-vps-scaleway/A review of Scaleway, an ARM-based VPS provider, as a cost-effective alternative to Digital Ocean for hosting personal websites and small projects, detailing the migration experience and initial performance.Fri, 15 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/great-resource-to-learn-programming-swift/https://mfyz.com/great-resource-to-learn-programming-swift/A recommendation for a comprehensive resource for learning Swift programming for iOS development, including sample projects, video walkthroughs, and GitHub source code links.Mon, 10 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/mobile-simulators-on-cloud/https://mfyz.com/mobile-simulators-on-cloud/Exploring the need for and current state of cloud-based mobile simulators for testing across various Android and iOS devices, and reviewing services like AWS Device Farm and Appetize.io.Tue, 04 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/digital-nomads/https://mfyz.com/digital-nomads/An exploration of the 'Digital Nomad' lifestyle, covering key aspects like workspace independence, maintaining focus, effective time management, and tips for navigating new cities.Sun, 05 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/a-beginners-guide-to-html-css/https://mfyz.com/a-beginners-guide-to-html-css/Discover Shay Howe's excellent beginner's guide to HTML & CSS, a modern resource for learning web development fundamentals. Also, check out his advanced guide.Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/integration-and-verification-of-ios-in-app-purchases/https://mfyz.com/integration-and-verification-of-ios-in-app-purchases/Learn how to integrate and verify iOS In-App Purchases using StoreKit, including server-side receipt validation with PHP to prevent fraud and manage different product types.Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/profiling-and-optimization-on-facebook-php-sdk/https://mfyz.com/profiling-and-optimization-on-facebook-php-sdk/Learn how to profile Facebook PHP SDK API calls by modifying the SDK to log call durations and arguments, helping identify and optimize performance bottlenecks in your Facebook app.Wed, 26 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/iphone5-and-ipad-minis-tend-to-fall-easier-and-more-often/https://mfyz.com/iphone5-and-ipad-minis-tend-to-fall-easier-and-more-often/Personal experiences and observations on how the lighter and thinner designs of iPhone 5 and iPad Mini might make them more prone to accidental drops and damage.Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/database-integration-in-phpstorm-pycharm-or-rubymine/https://mfyz.com/database-integration-in-phpstorm-pycharm-or-rubymine/JetBrains IDEs (PHPStorm, PyCharm, RubyMine) now offer enhanced database integration, allowing developers to manage databases, write SQL with intellisense, and run queries from code.Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/mfyzcom-is-responsive/https://mfyz.com/mfyzcom-is-responsive/mfyz.com is now responsive! This post details the efforts to make the website mobile-compatible, with fluid layouts for tablets and phones, and discusses responsive design principles.Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/phpstorm-most-advanced-php-ide-so-far/https://mfyz.com/phpstorm-most-advanced-php-ide-so-far/A review of PHPStorm, highlighting its advanced features for PHP development including code intellisense, debugging, version control, and database integration, making it a powerful IDE.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/ie-sucks-less/https://mfyz.com/ie-sucks-less/Microsoft's humorous ad campaign for Internet Explorer, 'The Browser You Loved to Hate,' acknowledges IE's past reputation while promoting its newer versions.Sun, 02 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/little-more-about-me/https://mfyz.com/little-more-about-me/A personal introduction from Fatih, detailing his web development background in Istanbul and NYC, his work at Moonit, and his focus on product and mobile UI design.Sun, 02 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/how-to-display-appstore-banner-in-your-web-page/https://mfyz.com/how-to-display-appstore-banner-in-your-web-page/Learn how to easily display an App Store banner on your website for iOS users by adding a simple meta tag. This helps promote your app directly from your web page.Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttps://mfyz.com/hello-rest-of-the-world/https://mfyz.com/hello-rest-of-the-world/An introductory post announcing the English version of the mfyz.com blog, which has been sharing web development articles and experiences in Turkish since 2002.Mon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT