Why a tiny SaaS throttled my API after a free trial and the exact retry + backoff pattern I used to keep integrations alive
When building modern software, third-party APIs are often the unsung heroes powering everything from email delivery to data enrichment. But while integrating a handful of SaaS tools might feel like a breeze during their generous free trials, things can quickly change once those trials run out. That’s exactly what happened to us with a seemingly […]
How to Schedule Cron Jobs to Execute Every 5 Minutes
If you’ve ever wanted your computer to do something every 5 minutes—like back up a file, check email, or send a reminder—then you’re in luck. There’s a magical tool called cron that can help you automate tasks in Linux or UNIX-based systems. Let’s learn how to make cron do cool stuff every 5 minutes. It’s […]
Fix 400 Bad Request: Header or Cookie Too Large (Nginx)
If you’ve ever encountered a “400 Bad Request: Header or Cookie Too Large” error while trying to access a website using Nginx, you’re not alone. This particular error is somewhat common and can be confusing for both developers and end-users. It points to an issue where the server is rejecting requests because the size of […]
How WooCommerce Tax Calculation Multiplied Rates by Region and the Priority Adjustment That Corrected Double Taxes
Ever scratched your head wondering why taxes seem so high on your WooCommerce store? You do everything by the book—but somehow, your customers are seeing inflated totals. Let’s walk through a surprisingly common issue in WooCommerce tax calculation where tax rates are accidentally multiplied, not added. Don’t worry, we’ll also show you the simple priority […]
Fix “Could Not Get Lock /var/lib/dpkg/lock-frontend” Error
Ah, the dreaded error message: “Could not get lock /var/lib/dpkg/lock-frontend.” If you’ve ever tried updating or installing software on a Linux system and saw this pop up, don’t panic. You’re not alone. And no, your computer isn’t broken forever. TL;DR This error happens when another package manager process is already running. It could be an […]
Stable Diffusion ControlNet Not Following Pose Instructions and the Preprocessing Pipeline Fix That Corrected Alignment
In recent months, the world of AI-generated imagery has advanced dramatically, with Stable Diffusion and its partner extension ControlNet leading the way in controllable image generation. Yet, despite their popularity and impressive capabilities, users and developers alike noticed a recurring challenge — ControlNet would frequently fail to follow pose instructions accurately, resulting in misaligned outputs. […]
Main Domain vs Subdomain: SEO & Usage Comparison
Choosing between a main domain and a subdomain can feel like choosing your favorite ice cream flavor—both are good, but the right choice depends on what you’re looking for. This is especially true when it comes to SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and how users interact with your site. Whether you’re starting a new blog, launching […]
CPU Threads vs Cores: What’s the Difference?
In the world of modern computing, the terms CPU cores and threads are often thrown around interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. While both relate to a processor’s ability to handle tasks, they operate and influence performance in different ways. Whether you’re a gamer, programmer, or just someone buying a new laptop, understanding […]