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Force SSH Client to use specific private key
SSH config files allow you to define various configuration parameters for SSH connections. By creating a centralized configuration file, you can avoid the need to specify key files, usernames, and other connection details each time they connect to a server. Continue reading
Storing money data in MySQL
When dealing with monetary values, it's crucial to use a data type that supports fixed-point arithmetic. Explore the best practices for storing money data in MySQL to ensure data integrity and precision. Continue reading
Configuring and Using Aliases in Zsh on MacOS
Configuring aliases in Zsh on MacOS is a simple yet powerful way to enhance your command-line experience. By customising commands to match your workflow, you can save time and reduce the cognitive load associated with remembering complex commands. Continue reading
Selectively disable image lazy loading in WP 5.5+ (without plugin)
A better solution is to only disable lazy loading for selected images by class, particularly for images which increase the LCP metric. Continue reading
Create visual database schema with MySQL Workbench
Rather than manually creating a visual representation of your database schema, which can be extremely time-consuming and error-prone, MySQL Workbench simplifies this task using their database reverse engineer functionality. Continue reading
NGINX cache based on cookies
If you have a website where it is possible to serve multiple versions of the site using the same URL, you may run into problems where NGINX returns from cache the incorrect version. For example, if your site has multiple themes or you use browser user agent sniffing to provide different content to users. Continue reading
Javascript cookie not working on another page
When you set a cookie you should specify an expire time and a path. If you don’t specify a path the cookie is accessible only by the current page. Continue reading
Remove Gutenberg CSS Library from WordPress
If you’re not using the Gutenberg editor (introduced in WordPress version 5), it is a good idea to remove the Gutenberg CSS which is automatically loaded. Continue reading
WP Synchro SSL error fix
When you create your first import installation in WP Synchro on your local site, it defaults to verifying the SSL certificate on your local setup. Continue reading
Owl Carousel CLS (Cumulative Layout Shift) fix
In this article, we will look at CLS (Cumulative Layout Shift) and how sliders/carousels such as Owl Carousel negatively impact CLS scores and provide a fix. Continue reading
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