After the third time remembering, but not finding the ephemeral container registry service it is time to write a note about it. https://ttl.sh/ is a neat service to push an image, test it (e.g. during CI) and forget about it. The image will be automagically deleted, based on a defined time. # linux $...

When writing Go applications, it’s common to configure runtime behavior using environment variables. But what happens when an environment variable isn’t set? Falling back to a default value is a typical pattern. The cmp package’s Or function, introduced in Go 1.22 provides a clean way to express this. The Problem #...

After 25 years of typing on traditional German QWERTZ keyboards, I decided to do something radical: switch to the Kinesis Advantage360 Pro, an ergonomic split keyboard with a U.S. QWERTY layout and a price tag that makes most people flinch. I’d been eyeing it for a while, intrigued by its promise of better...

In this post, I’m excited to share some insights from my recent journey to Seattle for WasmCon NA 2023. I’ll delve into the highlights of the conference, the thriving community, and the current landscape of WebAssembly. For those seeking a tl;dr of overarching trends in the WebAssembly ecosystem, look no further:...