I’ve been using Obsidian for managing notes across multiple devices for a while now. Initially, I relied on remote sync via Yandex Disk, mostly because it was convenient and free. However, recently I’ve encountered significant issues with it, primarily due to frequent HTTP 429 “Too Many Requests” errors, effectively rendering the sync unusable. It turns out I’m not alone—it’s a widespread problem, as highlighted in this GitHub issue.| Cloud Alchemist
Our company recently decided to transition from Zoom to Kontur Talk (ktalk) for voice and video communications. Kontur provides official application packages as Linux AppImage and macOS DMG files, but to ensure consistency across developer workstations running both Linux and macOS, I set out to create unified packaging using Nix. Surprisingly, at the time of writing, no existing Nix derivation for ktalk was available, motivating this packaging initiative.| Cloud Alchemist
Understanding ZFS-ZED Service Failures on NixOS| Cloud Alchemist
Renovate is an essential tool for managing dependencies automatically. Integrating Renovate with your Nix Flake-based project ensures timely updates, maintains security, and keeps your project streamlined. Here’s how to onboard your repository and configure Renovate effectively.| Cloud Alchemist
I was using nil language server for a while, and it was working fine.| Cloud Alchemist
Testcontainers is great framework for replacing complicated mocks in tests with the real dependencies like databases, message queues, etc.. in containers.| Cloud Alchemist
I really enjoyed using nvim-jenkinsfile-linter when I was writing Jenkinsfiles. Simple yet useful, this plugin helped to speed up writing Jenkins pipelines as I didn’t have to to Jenkins Web UI to check if my pipeline is correct.| Cloud Alchemist
NixOs is gaining a lot of attentions right now. I’ve also decided to try to use is as my daily driver. I won’t go into the details of installation of nixos, or setting up flake. Check out Introduction to Nix & NixOS free ebook and Nix starter configis| Cloud Alchemist
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When writing markdown, it’s super common that you need numbered lists. (Neo)Vim has built-in support which makes creating numbered lists like a breeze.| Cloud Alchemist