In November 2023, I wrote the first part. Since then, quite a bit has changed, including my software and configuration recommendations for building a stable Nostr identity,...
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The Gamble of Business Success Coaching: Are You Buying a Pig in a Poke?
A new breed of entrepreneurs is emerging on social media platforms, especially on LinkedIn—those who want to show (in new terms: coach) other entrepreneurs how to become...
Secure Your Work Files with a Low-Tech Backup Strategy and Rsync
A practical guide to building a reliable, low-tech backup strategy for Mac and Linux professionals using two USB hard drives and the open-source tool rsync. The article covers hardware requirements, behavioral changes for better backup habits, step-by-step rsync installation and configuration, mirroring commands with useful options, and how to automate nightly backups using cron jobs.
The Rise of Dubious Business Consultants
For a few years now, these "business consultants" have been popping up like mushrooms. They mostly target sole proprietors or small businesses. They come in all shapes and...
What is ethically correct website development?
Ethically correct website development examines all elements of a website against legal and moral standards, with particular relevance to Muslim professionals who believe...
Was ist ethisch korrekte Website-Entwicklung?
Ethisch korrekte Websites, sind Internet-Präsenzen, die die Rechte der Benutzer und Kunden im besonderen Maße berücksichtigen. Der Islamische Hintergrund Für Muslime hat dies...
“Before his sweat has dried”
Abdullah ibn Umar reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Pay the worker his wages before his sweat has dried.” Source: Sunan Ibn Mājah 2443,...
A Beginner’s Guide to Nostr
This article is outdated. Please read the newer version at A Beginner’s Guide to Nostr 2025 The purpose of this article is to quickly onboard people onto Nostr without delving...
Beyond the Eagle’s View: The True Measure of Leadership in Business and Politics
Today's managers and politicians often like to say, "In my position, one must have an eagle's perspective on things." With this, they want to imply that they cannot afford to...
Unveiling Usability Challenges and Trust Gaps in the Bitcoin Lightning Era
Embarking on the Bitcoin and Lightning journey reveals a paradox: at the forefront of digital currency, developers grapple with basic usability and trust-building issues. From obscure wallet interfaces to anonymous service providers, the article uncovers the industry’s struggle to bridge the gap between technical prowess and user-friendly accessibility, calling for a paradigm shift in the Bitcoin landscape.
The Success of Low Quality Content
I like to think that I actually know a lot about social media. Or about human behaviour on the internet in general. Because I started socializing on the web, when there was no...
HTML Lightning Links
Did you know that it's actually very easy to put up a Bitcoin donation button on a website? All you need is plain HTML. No JavaScript, no fancy backend programming. You just...