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Everything I learned using AWS and Terraform

2025-10-03T13:22:32+00:00

In this article, I will walk you through what I have learned while developing a system in AWS using Terraform. For context, I created this project as a requirement for my previous internship. I will provide the GitHub repository for the requirements, architecture, and execution steps. This project implements a highly scalable and available web application adhering to the best practices regarding availability, scalability, and reliability. I have developed this project for nearly four weeks, enhancing my skills in Cloud, Infrastructure as code, and engineering altogether, and here are some of the lessons I have learned and applied during the [...]

Everything I learned using AWS and Terraform2025-10-03T13:22:32+00:00

Career Shift to Cloud Engineering: The Skills I’m Learning First

2025-09-20T12:04:51+00:00

When I first decided to shift my career to cloud engineering, I had zero tech background. I didn’t study IT, didn’t know programming, and felt completely lost when terms like Linux, Python, SQL, and GitHub started popping up everywhere. At first, I even questioned whether I could really do this. But here’s the truth: you don’t need to be a genius to learn cloud engineering. You just need curiosity, consistency, and the right tools to practice hands-on. For me, two resources made all the difference: TechKubo, which offers browser-based playgrounds for Linux, Python, and SQL, and Tutorials Dojo, which provides [...]

Career Shift to Cloud Engineering: The Skills I’m Learning First2025-09-20T12:04:51+00:00

No Comment: How Technical Documentation Helps your Team

2025-09-05T05:51:04+00:00

It’s easy to get lost specially, in a big project. However, believe it or not, even in small projects or personal passion projects, it’s still easy to get lost because of your own wrongdoing, not documenting properly. As a beginner, or even “experienced,” it’s a hassle having to put comments and document every changes you made to your code, because we always think that our memory will suffice, which is not always the case. If we’re working with a team, many changes are all happening at once, which will make it hard for you to catch up and keep track [...]

No Comment: How Technical Documentation Helps your Team2025-09-05T05:51:04+00:00

Hosting Static Websites for Free with GitHub Pages: A Step-by-Step Guide

2025-08-26T09:03:10+00:00

  Hosting Static Websites for Free with GitHub Pages: A Step-by-Step Guide GitHub Pages is, in fact, one of the most accessible and cost-effective ways to host static websites. This tutorial provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to host a static website using GitHub Pages, from repository setup to deployment, including custom domain configuration.   What are GitHub Pages? GitHub Pages are  static site hosting services offered by GitHub. It allows users to publish web content directly from a repository: Personal portfolios Project showcases Landing pages Technical documentation Key Features Free of charge with unlimited public repositories Direct integration [...]

Hosting Static Websites for Free with GitHub Pages: A Step-by-Step Guide2025-08-26T09:03:10+00:00

Understanding Canisters: The Core Smart Contract Model in Motoko

2025-08-26T09:01:07+00:00

  Canister in Motoko: The Core Smart Contract Model on the Internet Computer In the blockchain world, where decentralization and transparency are key, Motoko canister serve as smart contracts that define how applications run on the Internet Computer. Why Canisters Matter The design of  Motoko provides several advantages: Scalability – Canisters can be created and updated with independently.  Security – With strong isolation and identity mechanisms, Motoko offer a secure execution environment. Interoperability – Canisters can call each other using inter-canister messaging. This feature allows complex workflows and data sharing between smart contracts. For more details, see the Internet Computer.   [...]

Understanding Canisters: The Core Smart Contract Model in Motoko2025-08-26T09:01:07+00:00

Signed, Sealed, Secured: Amazon S3 Style

2025-04-11T10:08:31+00:00

Building applications requires extensive planning, ranging from UI design and data flow to database interactions. However, one of the most crucial aspects is figuring out how to allow users to save files such as images, PDFs, and videos  securely and reliably within our application. Fortunately, AWS offers a robust and scalable service for handling file storage: Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3). Nevertheless, the real challenge lies in controlling how users upload and download their files. While Amazon S3 is simple to use, it’s essential to ensure that the interactions between our application and S3 are reliable, fast, and secure. Therefore, [...]

Signed, Sealed, Secured: Amazon S3 Style2025-04-11T10:08:31+00:00

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