Integration of Zoho Desk and Grafana

Have you ever been a part of a hardworking team that, despite their efforts, ends up shouldering blame? If yes, our situation in operations might resonate with you. On any given day, our Zoho Desk is inundated with approximately 300 tickets, each falling under various classifications and priorities. Many of these tickets are complex and time-consuming to resolve, causing them to carry over to the next day and become overdue. ...

September 12, 2024 · 4 min · 833 words · Dan

Installing Kafka and Kafka Connect on Seperate Servers

Installing Kafka and Kafka Connect on separate servers allows for better resource management, especially in production environments where Kafka brokers and Connectors may need dedicated hardware. This guide will walk you through the steps to set up Kafka and Kafka Connect on separate Linux servers, using Ubuntu 24.04. Prerequisites Two Linux machines (Ubuntu 24.04) Inbound ports opened on both servers: Kafka broker ports: 9092, 9093 Kafka Connect REST port: 8083 Java 11 (OpenJDK) installed on both servers Step 1: Set Up Kafka on the First Server Set the hostname for the Kafka server: ...

September 12, 2024 · 5 min · 923 words · Dan

How to Supercharge Your Focus a Revolutionary Approach

Hey there, fellow knowledge seekers! 🚀 Recently, I stumbled upon an incredibly inspiring YouTube video that reshaped my entire approach to focus and productivity. In this blog post, I’ll distill the essence of this video into a cool, easily digestible guide. Trust me, it’s not your typical “how-to” list; it’s a game-changer! (P.S. Check out the original video here for the full experience!) 1. Create Your Sacred Space 🌌 The first step is to designate a “Sacred Space” - a special area used solely for studying or working. Imagine it as a holy box where productivity reigns supreme. Once you enter this space, work begins - no exceptions! This approach mirrors insomnia research, teaching you to associate certain places with specific activities. ...

September 12, 2024 · 2 min · 422 words · Dan

How to Setup Kubernetes in Azure Virtual Machines

Welcome to the hard way of installing Kubernetes in Azure Virtual Machines. The instructions will be moreover same for On-prem. For many developers, using managed Kubernetes services like GKE, EKS, or AKS can be convenient, but they often abstract away the intricate details of how a cluster operates under the hood. Requirements NODES IP HOSTNAME MACHINE TYPE OPERATING SYSTEM master 172.16.39.14 k8s-master.local Standard B2ms Ubuntu 24.04 k8s-worker1 172.16.39.23 k8s-worker1.local Standard B4ms Ubuntu 24.04 Provisioning the Servers in Azure To provision two Linux virtual machines (VMs) in Azure with the specified details, you can use the Azure CLI (az) to achieve this. Here’s how you can provision both machines using az vm create commands. ...

September 12, 2024 · 16 min · 3353 words · Dan

How Programmers Can Become 10X More Effective

In a world where technology is ever-evolving, programmers are constantly seeking ways to enhance their skills and productivity. A treasure trove of wisdom that is often overlooked in the tech community is Stephen Covey’s iconic book, “7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” Sahil, a YouTuber, sheds light on how this book can be a game-changer for programmers aspiring to amplify their effectiveness tenfold. 1. The Essence of Proactivity in Programming Covey distinguishes between reactive and proactive individuals, drawing a parallel with programmers. Reactive programmers might wait for a life-changing tutorial or a list of interview questions to boost their career. In contrast, proactive programmers take ownership of their growth. They invest time in understanding the fundamentals, practicing coding, and building projects. This mindset shift from dependency to self-reliance is crucial for any programmer aiming for excellence. ...

September 12, 2024 · 3 min · 536 words · Dan