Author: panthers64
Choosing the Best Aquarium Plants: My Selection Guide
Setting up a new aquarium is always exciting, but choosing the right plants can feel overwhelming. I’m currently in that sweet spot of anticipation and indecision, carefully considering which aquatic plants will transform my new tank into a thriving underwater garden. The Current Contenders After hours of research and browsing, I’ve narrowed down my plant…
Build Your Own Website Server at Home: A Complete Beginner’s Guide to Creating a WordPress Site on Raspberry Pi
As someone who thrives on connecting people and creating harmony through shared experiences, setting up your own LAMP web server isn’t just about the technology – it’s about building a digital space where others can gather, share, and connect. Whether you’re planning to host a community blog, a family website, or a platform for your…
Hard Lessons: The Backup That Could Have Saved My Day
A Dutch saying: A donkey doesn’t hit his head twice against a rock. Well, this donkey does!! You know that sinking feeling when you realize you’ve made a mistake that’s going to cost you hours of work? I got intimately acquainted with that feeling today, and I’m sharing this story because maybe, just maybe, it’ll…
Upgrading PHP from 8.2 to 8.3 on Raspberry Pi: A Hobbyist’s Command Line Adventure
Running a website on a Raspberry Pi is both rewarding and educational, especially when you’re doing it as a hobby like I am. I’m not a professional developer or system administrator, just someone who enjoys tinkering with technology in my spare time. But that comes with its own set of challenges! One of those challenges?…
A New Betta Home
Equipment and Setup The Fluval Nano Lamp delivers excellent spectrum coverage for healthy plant growth. Its LED technology provides energy efficiency while the adjustable settings allow for natural day/night cycling – perfect for both plants and fish. Water quality management comes courtesy of the Superfish Eco-Flow 120, handling both mechanical and biological filtration effectively. The…
EV Road Trip to Denmark: A Fast Charging Adventure
It felt more like a destination than a necessary stop. While our car charged, we enjoyed excellent coffee and had a proper break from driving. This is exactly the kind of charging infrastructure that makes EV travel not just feasible, but genuinely enjoyable. The Route: Netherlands → Germany → Denmark Our trip took us through…
From Dust to Digital: How My Raspberry Pi Became a Web Server
Ever wondered what’s powering this little corner of the internet? Well, you might be surprised to learn that this entire website is running on a tiny computer that’s literally just sitting on my desk – a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+. The Hardware Behind the Magic Yes, you read that right. This blog isn’t hosted…
New Aquarium Project: Hardscape Complete!
I’m excited to share an update on my latest aquascaping project! I’ve been busy setting up a new aquarium and have just reached a major milestone – the hardscape is finally complete. There’s something incredibly satisfying about arranging rocks, driftwood, and substrate to create the perfect foundation for what will eventually become a thriving underwater…
“Electric Road Trips Made Easy: My Tips from the Dutch EV Holiday Webinar”
More and more Dutch people are driving electric cars, which means more and more people are going on holiday with electric vehicles. But how do you actually plan an EV road trip? Do you really need to carry five different charging cards? How do you charge as cheaply as possible? And is it really necessary…
