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From Retired Workstation to Docker Server: How I Saved My Dell from Overheating

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You know that feeling when you spot something destined for the recycling bin and think, “Wait, I could actually use that”? I’ve had an old Dell Precision T5500 sitting around collecting dust (you know, because I hate throwing stuff like that away).

This thing was a beast from the mid-2000s—built like a tank, the kind of workstation that could handle 3D rendering and video editing without breaking a sweat back when that was impressive. Looking at the specs, I realized it could handle something I’d been meaning to set up: a dedicated Linux server for Docker container development and running an n8n automation instance.

The logic was sound. Sure, it’s not the most power-efficient machine, but it was free, and I already had the hardware. I plunked it down on the floor in my office and got to work.

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Git for Beginners: Pull Requests, Branches & Feature Releases

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What You Need to Know First

Repository (Repo): A folder that Git tracks. It contains your project files and entire version history.

Branch: A parallel version of your code. Think of it like making a copy of your project to work on without affecting the main version.

Main/Master Branch: The primary branch. This is usually your production-ready code. It should always be stable.

Pull Request (PR): A way to propose changes. It says “I’d like to merge my branch into the main branch” and lets others review your code first.

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Methylene Blue for Brain Health: What the Science Actually Says

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You’ve probably heard the hype. Someone online swears methylene blue changed their focus, their energy, their whole cognitive game. Then you see another article warning you it’s dangerous, that it’ll deplete your enzymes or rewire your mitochondria in ways you’ll regret. So what’s actually true?

Here’s the thing: both sides have a point. Methylene blue is legitimately interesting from a neuroscience perspective, and yes, there are real risks if you’re not thoughtful about it. But the story is way more nuanced than either the cheerleaders or the skeptics let on.

Let’s break down what we actually know, separate hype from reality, and figure out if this is something worth your attention.

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How to Focus for 12+ Hours a Day Like a Millionaire

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In a world buzzing with distractions—notifications, social feeds, pings, podcasts, and a constant carousel of content—focus is a dying art. But it is also one of the most profitable skills you can master.

Charlie Morgan, a young entrepreneur who built a multi-million dollar business by age 25, argues that your ability to sit down and work deeply, uninterrupted, for 10 to 14 hours a day, is the most overlooked leverage point in modern success. Not because working longer hours is the answer, but because most people never learn how to actually focus.

If you can master this, he says, you gain an asymmetric advantage in life and business. Why? Because no one else can.

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Overview of the Quantum Financial System (QFS)

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The Quantum Financial System (QFS) is a proposed next-generation financial framework that combines advanced technologies (notably quantum computing) with financial networks. It is often described as a theoretical or futuristic system aimed at addressing flaws in the current banking infrastructure. According to various proponents, QFS could potentially rival or replace existing international payment networks (like SWIFT) and eliminate issues such as corruption, fraud, and inefficiencies in the global financial system 1 2. Importantly, QFS is largely speculative – there is no publicly proven implementation of such a system to date, and experts note that it remains more of a concept or “conspiracy theory” than a reality 1. Below is a general overview of QFS, its purpose and technology, its possible impact on global finance, and its speculated relationship to the cryptocurrency XRP.

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Footnotes
  1. (What Is Quantum Financial System? | CoinCodex) [↩][↩]
  2. (All set for a quantum financial system? – 11Onze) [↩]

The Art of Communication: Why I Sent a Shakespearean Email for a Software Release

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In the world of software development, effective communication is just as crucial as well-written code. A poorly worded email can cause unnecessary friction, delay a release, or create misunderstandings that ripple across an entire project. That’s why, when it came time to send a routine request to stage a web services deployment, I decided to take an unconventional approach—I sent it in Shakespearean English.

Why?

Because I knew my audience.

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Master the Zettelkasten Method in Evernote: A Step-by-Step Guide for Organized Note-Taking

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What is the Zettelkasten Method? Imagine having a personal knowledge network at your fingertips, where every idea, insight, and discovery is perfectly linked, allowing you to easily navigate through a labyrinth of thoughts with the click of a button. That’s the power of the Zettelkasten method—a revolutionary approach to note-taking that has transformed the way …

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The Art of Writing Beautiful Programming Code

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In the vast landscape of art and design, beauty often dwells in the intersection of form and function. Philosophers and artists alike have long debated the definition of beauty, with many concluding that it’s an amalgamation of unity, proportion, and harmony. But can this classical definition of beauty be applied to the more structured and logical domain of programming? The answer is a resounding ‘yes’.

In programming, “beauty” transcends mere aesthetics. It encompasses the clarity of expression, the simplicity of design, and the elegance of solutions. When code is beautiful, it not only works flawlessly but also communicates its intent clearly to its readers. This duality of purpose—to serve both machines and humans—is what elevates programming to an art. Beautiful code is that which is efficient in execution yet remains accessible and maintainable for fellow developers.

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