Blog

Blog

This is where I keep notes, experiments, and longer-form write-ups.

Expect a mix of:

  • Practical web/dev stuff (hosting, performance, automation, WordPress ↔ Astro/Next.js, etc.)
  • Home lab and networking (Proxmox, DNS, self-hosting, Starlink, weird edge cases)
  • Digital transformation for charities and small teams
  • Camino de Santiago and other walking notes
  • Occasional posts about brewing, cooking, and tinkering

Recent posts

2025-01-22

Why I Prefer Simple Tools Over Clever Ones

Choosing clarity and reliability in the stack — and why boring tools win.

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2025-01-18

Notes From the Portuguese Coastal Camino

Thirteen stages from Matosinhos to Santiago; impressions, rhythm, and gear.

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2025-01-12

From Mystery Hosting to Something Sane — Charity IT on a Budget

Untangling DNS, email, and hosting for a small charity with practical fixes.

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2025-01-05

Building a Realistic Home Lab on a Realistic Budget

A practical Proxmox setup that fits normal budgets, noise limits, and power bills.

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