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AppBuildersPH 2026: Drawn to Victory
Some drawings find their place on refrigerators. Others are tucked away in folders, kept as reminders of a childhood imagination that knows no bounds. But for one Filipino father, a child's drawing became something far greater, an inspiration behind a grand championship. Among 1,270 builders and 281 projects submitted [...]
Practical Ways to Upskill in Tech Before the Year Ends
You don't need to wait for January to start improving your skills. Here's how to make the remaining months of 2026 count, one skill, project, and learning opportunity at a time. As the year slowly comes to an end, it's easy to start thinking about everything you want to [...]
Netlify vs Vercel: which should you use in 2026?
Netlify and Vercel are cloud platforms that allow developers to publish websites without managing their own servers. Both services handle much of the infrastructure needed to make a website available online, including deployments, secure connections, and content delivery. For example, imagine you have finished building a personal portfolio or [...]
Build a Cozy AI Study Workspace with Next.js and Groq
The Importance of Branding in Tech Companies
In today’s fast-moving technology industry, building innovative solutions is only part of creating a successful company. Strong branding helps organizations communicate their identity, build recognition, and create meaningful connections with their audience. This article explores how branding allows technology companies to establish an impactful presence and how creative content [...]
AWSUGPH x Tutorials Dojo September Meetup: BEYOND THE BUILD
What does it take to turn an idea into something real? At the September meetup of AWS User Group Philippines and Tutorials Dojo, four speakers explored the decisions, challenges, and technologies shaping the way we build. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EzMrtZDFE/ On September 24, AWS User Group Philippines and Tutorials [...]
Build an 8-Bit AI Architecture Generator (Next.js & Groq)
Have you ever wanted to build a completely custom AI Architecture Generator, but got stuck trying to force a language model to output perfectly valid diagram syntax? Downloading a standard flowchart library is rarely plug-and-play. You wire up the code, run it, and immediately hit walls, from struggling to [...]
App Deployment Is More Than Just Writing Code
When I first started learning about application development, I thought creating an app was mostly about writing code, designing the interface, and making sure the features worked. Once the application was built, I assumed the next step would be to publish it and let people use it. However, as [...]
Setting up Amazon SES for a Lightsail Based Application
On this article, you will learn how you can send emails from AWS Simple Email Service (Amazon SES) on applications hosted in AWS Lightsail, a virtual private server. You will learn how to verify a sending domain, connect your application, and prepare to send password resets, notifications, and newsletters. [...]
How to Build an AI-Powered Django Notes App for Free
Have you ever wanted to build a completely custom AI-powered note-taking app, but got stuck trying to make the backend talk to modern language models? Downloading a starter Django repository is rarely plug-and-play. You clone the code, run it, and immediately hit walls, from struggling to securely [...]

The Future Is Containerized: Why Every Cloud Engineer Should Care About Docker in 2025

In 2025, software development is moving faster than ever. Businesses demand speed, reliability, and scalability. Cloud infrastructure is no longer optional. it’s the backbone of modern applications, powering everything from streaming platforms like Netflix to AI-driven fintech solutions. In this fast-paced environment, one technology has emerged as a game-changer for cloud engineers: Docker. An illustration of a developer using Docker for containerized applications. Picture this: a developer spends weeks building a web [...]

Chips & Brains: The Psychology of Human-AI Decision Making

Your smartphone just recommended the perfect restaurant, your GPS avoided traffic seamlessly, and your bank approved a loan in seconds—all without human intervention. The speed at which AI operates is awe-inspiring. Yet when the same AI suggests a medical treatment or hiring decision, we suddenly hesitate. This contradiction reveals something fascinating: our relationship with artificial intelligence isn't just about technology; it is deeply psychological. Today's workplace is undergoing a silent revolution in which human [...]

Prevent EC2 Downtime: Setting Up Status Check Alarms to Auto-Reboot an Amazon EC2 Instance

When you’re running a production website on an EC2 instance, the last thing you want is for it to unexpectedly go down while you’re focused on other tasks. Without the right monitoring in place, you might not even realize your site has been offline for a while, and repeated downtimes like this are unacceptable for any production application. If you’ve faced this issue before or just want to be prepared so it doesn’t happen [...]

Securing Your Website in Containerized Applications: A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting-up HTTPS

So, you have just deployed your first app to the cloud (maybe you have followed the tutorial that we have for deployment insert link here), it’s running great, you have your users now, but then you noticed that little “Not Secure” warning in the browser. Suddenly, your app looks… well, not so secure anymore But what if I told you that getting that green padlock icon, the one that makes your site look legit [...]

Mastering Cloud-Based Semantic Search: Advanced Cloud Search Architectures Made Easy

In today's AI-driven world, finding information based on meaning and context rather than exact keywords has become crucial. Good thing we now have vector search, enabling semantic search, personalized recommendations, image similarity, and more. However, building and managing vector search infrastructure can be complex. Fortunately, AWS offers zero-infrastructure managed services that let you implement powerful vector search capabilities without worrying about servers, scaling, or maintenance. Let's walk through creating a simple yet effective vector [...]

Prevent Unforeseen Azure Costs: Setting Up Automated Slack Alerts for Your Subscription

Cloud computing gives companies access to cutting-edge services, flexibility, and scalability. Effective cost management, however, is one of the main challenges to cloud adoption. Despite Azure's robust offerings, businesses risk unexpectedly high costs if they don't have active monitoring. Image generated by Gemini This is where cost monitoring and automated notifications come into play. By proactively tracking cloud expenses and sending cost summaries to communication platforms like Slack, teams can take immediate action, enforce budgets, [...]

From Tech Employee to Tech Startup CEO: Is the Leap Worth It in 2026?

In 2026, the allure of the tech startup world continues to grow, especially in emerging markets like the Philippines. The country is witnessing a boom in innovation across various sectors. For tech professionals considering the leap to CEO of a startup, there are exciting opportunities and significant challenges. This blog explores the journey from tech employee to tech startup CEO and highlights the growing startup ecosystem in the Philippines. The Rise of the Startup [...]

Beginner’s Guide to Gamma – Let AI Build Your Presentations

Ever wish you could skip the boring parts of making slides and focus on your ideas? Instead, imagine jumping straight into expressing them clearly and beautifully without wrestling with layouts. Moreover, if you’ve ever felt stuck or simply want to save time building presentations, Gamma is the most beginner-friendly AI tool you can use today! It doesn’t just design for you. It actually thinks with you. So what is Gamma? Gamma AI is [...]

Migrating to AWS Cloud Infrastructure

Have you ever considered where all your company’s files and apps are being stored? Traditionally, they are stored inside physical servers or computers in data centers. In these setups, rooms are full of servers needing power, air conditioning, and regular maintenance. Although this works, the cost and time involved can become a hassle. Because of this, many businesses are migrating to AWS, where resources are easier to manage, more secure, and much more flexible. [...]

AWS Student Community Day 2025: Mega Manila at Jose Rizal University

AWS Student Community Day 2025: Mega Manila at JRU September 17, 2025 marked a milestone for student communities across Mega Manila. The José Rizal University (JRU) campus came alive with energy as it welcomed hundreds of students for AWS Student Community Day 2025, an annual gathering that empowers the next generation of developers and innovators. More than just a student tech event, Amazon Web Services Student Community Day 2025, also called AWS SCD 2025, [...]