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CodeMirror website
Using CodeMirror to show formatted code in Wagtail
Going through all the steps to use CodeMirror with Wagtail to show formatted code on the frontend of your site.
Isaac Bythewood Isaac Bythewood
June 11, 2022
Alpine Linux
Minimal automated updates for Alpine Linux
Many Linux distros have a way to configure automated updates but somewhat surprisingly Alpine Linux does not.
Isaac Bythewood Isaac Bythewood
July 16, 2022
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Set up automated server backups with Borg
The Borg deduplicating backup program can automate daily, weekly, and monthly backups with a single script saving space and keeping data safe from mistakes.
Isaac Bythewood Isaac Bythewood
June 25, 2022
EditorConfig website
Using EditorConfig to improve coding style consistency
EditorConfig has been around for almost a decade at this point. It is widely supported by many editors natively and many more with plugins.
Isaac Bythewood Isaac Bythewood
May 21, 2022
New Tab extension by Isaac Bythewood on GitHub
Make your own new tab browser extension in 50 lines of code
There are plenty of home page and new tab replacement extensions on the Chrome Web Store that you could use, but why not make your own if it's easy?
Isaac Bythewood Isaac Bythewood
July 09, 2022
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Code formatting a Python project in 2022
For those who want a quick solution without reading all of PEP 8. The Black Python module has a fully automated solution for you.
Isaac Bythewood Isaac Bythewood
July 30, 2022
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