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Why I Created This Blog & Why It's Not Just About Tech
Hi there! Welcome to my blog. If you're wondering why I created this space, it's because I wanted to share more than just technical tutorials or how-to guides – though you'll find those here too. This blog is a reflection of me and my journey through the world of technology, self-hosting, and beyond.
Why a blog?
You might be thinking, "Why create another tech blog? There are plenty out there." Well, yes, there are. But I believe that sharing some of my opinions and experiences will eventually act out as a journal:
- Personal touch: Even though i've been working corporate all my career, this webpage won't contain that sugar coated language 😅. It's a place where you'll get to know me – my thoughts, my mistakes, and my victories. I believe that this personal touch makes the content more engaging and relatable.
- Beyond tech: While I'll be writing about technology, I also want to explore other topics that interest me, such as mental health, productivity and so on.... I think a well-rounded approach can help create a more engaging and informative space.
- Self-hosting adventure: As you might have guessed from the title, this blog is self-hosted. This was an exciting journey for me, and I'll be sharing my experiences, challenges, and learnings along the way. If you're interested in self-hosting or just want to understand what it's all about, you might find what worked for me or didn't.
Why self-host?
Now, let's talk about why I chose to self-host this blog. In a nutshell, self-hosting gave me:
- Full control: By hosting my own website, I have complete control over my content and how it's displayed. No more compromises or limitations imposed by third-party platforms.
- Owning my data: It's just, that I can have control over my data without others snooping around.
- It's fun: Started looking into sysadmin/devops for a long time, after a burnout I stepped into selfhosting more convincingly.
What to expect
As I mentioned earlier, this blog will be a mix of tech tutorials, personal thoughts, and everything in between. Here's what you can look forward to:
- Tech how-tos: Step-by-step guides on various topics, from setting up your own development environment to configuring your server.
- Self-hosting adventures: My experiences, learnings, and tips on self-hosting, including challenges faced and solutions implemented.
- Random musings: Thoughts on productivity, mental health, and other interests of mine that might not be directly related to tech.