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Master Daily Backups with Bash and Cron

Master Daily Backups with Bash and Cron

Ah, backups. The unsung heroes of the tech world. We don’t think about them much—until we need them. And when disaster strikes (because it always does, right when Mercury retrogrades), having a pristine backup can feel like divine intervention. But let’s be honest: nobody wants to spend

Mastering Automated Image Optimization in Production: A Journey Beyond Uploads

Mastering Automated Image Optimization in Production: A Journey Beyond Uploads

When it comes to modern web applications, the upload is just the beginning. Every image that lands on your server, whether it's a user’s avatar, a product screenshot, or the hero cover of an article, needs to be refined and prepared for production. But here’s the

Part 1 - Setting Up a Screenshot API with Node.js and Puppeteer

Part 1 - Setting Up a Screenshot API with Node.js and Puppeteer

I needed to setup an API end-point that, when passed a URL would take a screenshot of the website. This guide covers the setup of a Node.js application using Puppeteer, which will act as an API for capturing screenshots. 1. Update and Upgrade System First, update and upgrade your