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Kirk Strauser is a software engineer and blogger from the San Francisco Bay Area, writing about various topics since 1998.

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The author shares effective strategies to protect their Forgejo instance from abusive AI web crawlers, including deploying a bot blocker and custom server configurations.
The author reflects on their experiences with PHP, describing it as a challenging language that was useful for adding dynamic content to static pages in the late 90s. They compare PHP to a poorly designed screwdriver, capable of a...
Using AI to analyze vendor security responses can enhance efficiency while ensuring personal judgment remains central to decision-making.
The author reviews the reMarkable Paper Pro Move, praising its premium hardware and writing experience but criticizing its software limitations. While the device excels at note-taking, it falls short in organization, PDF reading, ...
The blog post discusses the recent update in NIST SP 800-63B, which now mandates that organizations SHALL NOT require users to change their passwords periodically unless there is evidence of compromise. The author expresses frustr...
The post discusses the author's experience using Ansible to manage Raspberry Pis, specifically focusing on the use of the lineinfile module to update a system parameter in /sys. The author explains how the lineinfile module is mor...
The author defends California's AB 2746 against misleading claims from credit card companies, highlighting the need for protections against the misuse of medical debt in credit decisions.
A homeless man's gratitude for simple joys highlights the importance of perspective and appreciation in our own lives.
The author reflects on their mother's groundbreaking role as the first Wire Chief at a railroad, highlighting her contributions to the field of computing and her influence on her children's confidence and opportunities. Despite no...
The author shares a personal experience of creating a DIY hip belt for the GoRuck GR1 backpack, highlighting the limitations of the GoRuck's own padded hip belt. They detail the materials needed, including a Fairwin tactical belt ...
The author discusses their decision-making process in purchasing a Yaesu FT-70DR handheld ham radio, comparing it with other models and highlighting its features.

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