Tech Burnout: Is It Really Inevitable?
What if the dream job, the one you've always been dreaming of and manifesting ever since, is quietly draining the life out of you? This exhaustion is a known feeling in the tech industry, where the relentless pressure forces professionals and students to push until they hit a wall. This struggle is intensified in cultures that value sheer willpower and "diskarte" (resourcefulness), where admitting this profound fatigue feels like a personal, silent failure. We've [...]
Rise of Microservices in Modern Apps: From One Block to Many
Have you ever thought about the pain of fixing just one small piece of a massive software system without accidentally breaking everything else? Honestly, most of the time, that is almost impossible. That challenge led to the rise of microservices in modern apps. It marked a shift from old monolithic architectures to smaller and independent services. This represents a significant architectural change. Developers moved away from huge, rigid monolithic setups and embraced smaller, independent systems. [...]
High-Performing ≠ Massive: The Rise and Progression of Small Language Models (SLMs)
Have you ever needed to find a new charger for your device, only to discover that its voltage wasn’t compatible, causing it not to work or even risking damage? Without checking the actual needs of your device, you’ve probably thought that you could go with what the seller recommends as the “highest quality” rather than your device’s fitting needs. With the current utilization of AI for businesses, bigger doesn’t always mean better. Large Language [...]
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 [...]
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