Author: jcianci12
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🖥️ Thinking of Building a PC in 2026?
Got a quote from a builder? Not sure what you want vs what you actually need? This guide is for you. I love PCs — always have. As…
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Fasting… Until You Have a Piccolo ☕
What Actually Happens in Your Body Fasting is often talked about as an on/off switch — fasted or not fasted.In reality, it’s more like a dimmer switch. Let’s…
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How to Change Token Expiry in authentik for a Provider
When integrating applications with authentik, you may occasionally need to adjust how long access tokens, refresh tokens, or ID tokens remain valid. This is especially useful when balancing…
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Configuring Nextcloud Trusted Domains: A Complete Guide
Introduction When setting up Nextcloud behind a reverse proxy like Nginx Proxy Manager, you’ll inevitably encounter the “Trusted Domain” error. This security feature prevents unauthorized access by restricting…
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Trust Your Gut — and Your Feet
Why your body’s feedback matters more than expert advice My wife recently tried on a pair of ASICS Gel Nimbus.Instant reaction: “Wow.”Soft. Plush. Comfortable. The kind of shoe…
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Editor-Visible Wire Links (Godot 4)
When you need to show a relationship between two 3D nodes (crate -> drop-off, switch -> door), a live wire in the editor is a fast way to…
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Docker Cheat Sheet
Getting Started Installation Basic Commands Quick Start 5-Minute Docker Introduction Common First Commands Dockerfile Basics Structure A Dockerfile is a text file that contains instructions for building a…
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Debugging the Narration System: From Invisible UI to Working Text Display
How we fixed a UI rendering issue in Godot 4 by leveraging existing scene structure Godot Version: 4.5Renderer: GL CompatibilityProject Type: 3D Game with UI Overlay The Problem We built a…
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Building a Physics-Based Crate Carrying System in Godot 4
Introduction One of the most satisfying mechanics in any game is picking up and carrying objects. Whether it’s Half-Life’s physics-driven objects or Death Stranding’s weighty cargo, good carry…
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How I Fixed “Improv Wi-Fi Serial Not Detected” When Adding a New ESPHome Device in Home Assistant
If you’re flashing an ESP32 or ESP8266 with ESPHome and get this message: An error occurred. Improv Wi-Fi Serial not detected …it usually happens right after the firmware…