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  • Fixing a broken ATOM Feed

    The article explains how to convert an outdated ATOM feed to a JSON feed using a PHP proxy script. It details the process of fetching, caching, and transforming the XML data into a JSON format that can be used for more modern feed readers. The provided code snippets illustrate the conversion steps from ATOM to…

  • Quick Tip: Bash CLI params

    Learn a clean and simple way to add CLI params to a bash script by incorporating short, long, space-separated, and equal-separated arguments for ease. Ideal for quick bash script hacks, this method facilitates efficient handling of CLI parameters.

  • iOS Reminders to Habitica To Do’s via IFTTT

    Learn how to sync iOS Reminders with Habitica’s To Do’s using IFTTT. Utilize Habitica’s API to create tasks and authenticate requests with special headers and a JSON body payload. IFTTT will send the data to Habitica, allowing you to earn XP as you complete tasks.

  • Quick Tip: Get Size of Revisions in WordPress

    Monitoring and managing data bloat in a WordPress site can be crucial. The introduction of the block editor has led to a surge in post revisions, which can clog up the database. Conducting a revision data audit using SQL queries can reveal the extent of unnecessary data accumulation, highlighting the importance of setting limits to…

  • Cool WordPress Plugins: Embed Extended

    A plugin called Embed Extended transforms OpenGraph data into oEmbed data for WordPress, allowing for easy and visually appealing embeds in the block editor. It enhances the overall embedding experience on WordPress sites, making it simpler and more enjoyable for users.

  • My Favorite Firefox Addons

    A list of Firefox add-ons for various functions such as password management, privacy, and content filtering. Add-ons include 1Password X, ClearURLs, uBlock Origin, and more. Explore these options for enhancing your browsing experience.

  • Quick Tip: Script Debugging in WordPress

    When debugging core WordPress scripts, dealing with cached copies like in `script-loader.php` can be tricky. You can apply a unique `ver` argument to core scripts on each refresh using a filter. This ensures you get the most recent version from page and browser cache. Remember to enable `SCRIPT_DEBUG` when debugging core scripts.

  • Quick Tip: Disable WordPress Block Editor Fullscreen Mode

    Editing posts in WordPress can be frustrating when the block editor keeps defaulting to fullscreen mode. Utilize this PHP code snippet to disable the fullscreen mode by default for a smoother editing experience. Credits to Jean-Baptiste Audras for sharing this helpful solution.

  • Raspberry Pi: February 2021

    Explore creative uses for Raspberry Pi devices like setting up a Pi-Hole, Node-RED, Radarr/Sonarr/Sabnzbd, ZNC, PiVPN, or OpenGrok. Get ideas for maximizing the potential of your Raspberry Pi 4 and Model B devices beyond basic server functions. Unleash the full capabilities of your Raspberry Pi and delve into new projects to keep the tinkering spirit…

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