Benchmarking Cold Start Performance in Node.js GraphQL Frameworks
A performance benchmark comparing the cold start times of various Node.js GraphQL frameworks, highlighting methodology, results, and insights.
Writing about software, learnings, and everything in between.
Thoughts on software engineering, building things, and lessons from work, life, and everything in between.
Choosing the Right Compute Model: Serverless Functions, Serverless Containers, and Managed Containers
An exploration of the three major compute models—serverless functions, serverless containers, and managed containers—including their trade-offs, use cases, and scalability considerations.
Connecting to a Docker Container Outside of Docker Network
Exploring how to connect to a Docker container when it's running outside of a Docker network, using different techniques.
Node.js Best Practices for Docker
Best practices for using Docker with Node.js, covering development and production considerations to optimize performance, security, and ease of use.
Mastering Docker Volumes: Named vs. Anonymous & When to Use Each
Managing Docker volumes properly can make development smoother and prevent headaches in production. Learn the difference between named and anonymous volumes, their benefits, and when to use each.
Using env files in docker-compose.yml
Learn how to manage environment variables efficiently using env files in your docker-compose.yml setup. This approach helps streamline configurations across multiple environments.
Makefiles 101: Automating Your Workflow with `make`
Learn how Makefiles can streamline your development workflow by automating repetitive tasks like dependency management, build processes, and cleanup operations.
Toggling in Vim: Efficiently Switching Settings
Learn how to toggle common Vim settings like booleans, options, and variables with mappings and functions.