Transitioning to a cloud-based Kubernetes deployment on Hetzner improved uptime and reduced costs for the author's email newsletter setup.
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5.5Immich: Photo Portability
2026-02-14 • metadata portability photo management xmp immich
Techniques for avoiding data lock-in with Immich include using a sensible folder structure and XMP sidecar files for metadata portability.
The post compares Barry Bonds' steroid use in baseball to the reliance on Large Language Models in knowledge work, highlighting both productivity benefits and ethical concerns.
Locovote is a data-driven dashboard for comparing municipalities and school districts, showcasing tools like Observable Framework and Cloudflare Pages for its development.
A guide on setting up a self-hosted email newsletter using listmonk, addressing challenges with opt-in processes and CORS configuration.
The blog post discusses Andrew Marder's experience with Immich, a self-hosted photo and video management solution. He details his setup using a Beelink S12 Pro Mini PC and Docker Compose, along with Nginx Proxy Manager for URL man...
A comprehensive guide on syncing Fastmail contacts and calendars with Android using the DAVx⁵ app, including setup tips and troubleshooting advice.
The author reviews the Viwoods AiPaper E-Ink tablet, detailing its use for note-taking and reading PDFs. They compare it to the Apple Pencil and iPad Pro, highlighting the AiPaper's advantages in battery life, focus, weight, and d...
The author prefers Ghost as their newsletter platform due to its smooth signup process and appealing design, despite some customization limitations.
A comprehensive guide to self-hosting an email newsletter with Keila, focusing on secure setup using Cloudflare and Docker.
The author, Andrew Marder, discusses his decision to reduce reliance on Google due to concerns over privacy and collaboration with authoritarian governments. He details his transition to alternative services for search (DuckDuckGo...
4.2Goodbye Gmail, Hello Fastmail!
2026-02-04 • privacy email fastmail gmail protonmail
Fastmail is recommended as the best alternative to Gmail for its privacy, functionality, and integration of email, calendar, and contacts, despite some limitations in Proton Mail.
The author discusses their experience with self-hosting and plans to build a new home server for around $1,000. They currently use a Beelink S12 Pro Mini PC but find it insufficient for their needs. The author outlines their prior...
4.1A Review of Proton Products
2025-12-15 • privacy email reviews cloud storage vpn
Proton VPN is highly recommended for secure access, while Proton Mail is a decent but unreliable choice for personal email, with other products lacking integration and value.
The post discusses a Firefox privacy checklist that was shared on Hacker News, highlighting feedback received and providing context for maintaining privacy while browsing. It mentions various Firefox variants for enhanced privacy,...
Super Productivity combines task management with time tracking, offering features like project organization, tagging, and calendar integration for enhanced productivity.
Meshtastic is an open-source project enabling off-grid communication via LoRa radios, but the author struggles to connect with other users and seeks advice.
Andrew Marder shares his experience setting up a free newsletter using listmonk and Proton Mail, highlighting the tools and considerations involved.
The author reflects on the decline of popular platforms like Google Reader and Twitter, expressing a preference for RSS feeds to curate content. They share their experience with various RSS aggregation software, particularly Minif...
The blog post details Andrew Marder's personal setup for managing academic references using Zotero. He describes his desktop installation process, including the use of the magic wand button for importing references and the ZotMoov...
A calculator evaluates whether investing in solar panels is more beneficial than investing in the stock market by estimating electricity generation and potential savings.
3.3This Blog
2025-12-11 • writing technology markdown github data privacy and protection
Andrew Marder shares his blogging intentions, focusing on technology and data privacy, with a commitment to weekly posts and a transparent writing process.
3.1App Defaults
2026-01-15 • productivity tools app rankings and recommendations
A rundown of the author's default apps for home use, with thoughts on potential changes to improve efficiency and functionality.
2.6Changelog
2025-12-18 • blogging technology update changelog
A changelog detailing updates and modifications to various blog posts, showcasing the author's dedication to maintaining current and relevant content.