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            <title><![CDATA[Apache NiFi 2.0.0 with Vault TLS Certificate Management]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2025-02-12-apache-nifi-2-0-0-with-vault-tls-certificate-management</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[An end-to-end guide for installing Apache NiFi 2.0.0 on Ubuntu 22.04 with automated TLS via HashiCorp Vault.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hey everyone!]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Welcome to homelab.codes - Where Tech Passion Meets Practice]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2025-01-01-welcome-to-homelab-codes</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Join me on a journey through tech exploration, from home lab setups to enterprise solutions, as I share insights from nearly two decades of experience.]]></description>
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            <title><![CDATA[Setting Up Tailscale Health Monitoring with Uptime Kuma]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-12-30-tailscale-monitoring-uptime-kuma</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A comprehensive guide to monitoring your Tailscale network health using Uptime Kuma and a custom bash script.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you're running Tailscale in your homelab, you know how crucial it is to ensure your network stays healthy and connected. After experiencing a few unexpected disconnections that took longer than necessary to notice, I decided to build a better monitoring solution using Uptime Kuma. What started as a simple ping check evolved into a more robust monitoring process that I've been running successfully for months.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Introducing RetroLegends - A Custom iTerm2 Theme]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-12-01-introducing-retro-legends</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 01 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A journey into creating a nostalgic yet functional iTerm2 theme that celebrates classic terminal aesthetics.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[I've been working on some complex problems lately, but sometimes it's the simple things that I enjoy putting together. I'm excited to announce that my custom iTerm2 theme, RetroLegends, is now officially part of the [iTerm2 theme list](https://github.com/mbadolato/iTerm2-Color-Schemes?tab=readme-ov-file#retrolegends).]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Adding Retro Terminal Themes to My Homelab]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-11-14-retro-terminal-themes-homelab</link>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How I transformed my Dashy and Uptime Kuma interfaces into retro-style terminals, bringing some nostalgic charm to my homelab monitoring.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hey everybody! Two quick things I want to cover today. First, I want to show you a bit about my homelab environment - what I'm currently running and monitoring. Second, I've created some custom themes that give everything that classic terminal feel. If you'd like to see deeper dives into any part of this setup or need help with configuration, feel free to reach out to me on [X](https://x.com/veteranbv) - it's the easiest way to make requests.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Homelab on the Go - Travel Setup with Beryl AC and Tailscale]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-11-13-homelab-on-the-go-travel-setup-beryl-ac-tailscale</link>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[How I maintain secure access to my homelab while traveling using Beryl AC router and Tailscale.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Every homelab enthusiast knows that sinking feeling when you're about to head out on a trip. Will your services stay up? What if something needs fixing? Can you trust that cobbled-together VPN setup you made last year? After one too many times where I couldn't help my family with their tech while away or something went down in my homelab, I decided to build a proper travel setup using the GL.iNet Beryl AC router and Tailscale.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Supercharging My Workflow with Superwhisper: A Deep Dive into AI-Enhanced Productivity]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-11-10-superwhisper-workflow-guide</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A comprehensive guide to my Superwhisper setup, including custom prompts, mode configurations, and integration with other AI tools for maximum productivity.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[I'm always looking for ways to enhance my productivity workflow, and I've found that the right combination of AI tools can be a game-changer. I included Superwhisper in my [AI Toolbox](/blog/2024-11-05-ai-toolbox-productivity-stack) post, but I wanted to do a deeper dive into how I use it. Today, I want to do a deep dive into how I use [Superwhisper](https://superwhisper.com/), along with some other AI tools, to supercharge my daily work routine.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Uptime Kuma Tips: Recent Reddit Q&A]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-11-08-uptime-kuma-tips-reddit-qa</link>
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            <pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A collection of recent Uptime Kuma questions from Reddit, covering monitor organization, basic JSON monitoring, and advanced monitoring solutions.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Hey guys! I've been active on Reddit recently, helping out fellow Uptime Kuma users with various questions. I wanted to collect some of these discussions here as they might be helpful for others setting up their monitoring.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[My AI Toolbox: A Developer's Productivity Stack]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-11-05-ai-toolbox-productivity-stack</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A look at the AI tools that have transformed my workflow and significantly boosted productivity.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[I get excited talking about AI tools because they've become such incredible force multipliers for my work. Sometimes I want to teach a class just on the workflows these enable. Here's my current AI toolbox and how I use each piece:]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[URL Expander 2.0: Now Part of homelab.codes with Enhanced Features]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-08-18-url-expander-update-features</link>
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            <pubDate>Sun, 18 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[The Ultimate URL Expander now includes tracking parameter removal, QR code generation, and local history - all integrated directly into homelab.codes.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[A few months ago, I introduced a simple tool to help homelab enthusiasts follow ad-tracked links without compromising their Pi-hole or AdGuard setups. Today, I'm excited to announce that the URL Expander has evolved into something even more powerful and is now fully integrated into homelab.codes.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Understanding Homelab Network Flow: A Deep Dive into Modern Self-Hosted Architecture]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-07-02-homelab-network-flow-architecture</link>
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            <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[An in-depth exploration of a sophisticated homelab network architecture, featuring UniFi infrastructure, Traefik, PiHole, BIND9, Authentik, and HashiCorp Vault.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[Modern homelab setups are becoming increasingly sophisticated, often rivaling enterprise-grade infrastructure. Today, I'm breaking down my homelab's network flow architecture, which demonstrates how various services interact to provide a secure, efficient, and manageable self-hosted environment.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[UniFi Client Manager - Automation Scripts for UDM Console]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2024-03-25-unifi-client-manager-automation-scripts</link>
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            <pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[A collection of Python scripts for automating UniFi network client management, including bulk updates, IP assignments, and client cleanup capabilities.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[I recently faced the challenge of rebuilding my UniFi network from scratch, managing over 30 devices and 250+ clients. During this process, I encountered a setup error that added over 1,100 invalid clients to my network. Rather than spending hours manually cleaning up and reconfiguring everything, I developed a solution that I'm excited to share with the homelab community.]]></content:encoded>
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            <title><![CDATA[Simple Internet Status Display with Raspberry Pi Zero W]]></title>
            <link>https://homelab.codes/blog/2023-02-11-simple-internet-status-display</link>
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            <pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
            <description><![CDATA[Build a straightforward internet connection monitor using a Raspberry Pi Zero W and Pimoroni Display Hat Mini 2.0 that shows your connection status in real-time.]]></description>
            <content:encoded><![CDATA[![Display showing "Wi-Fi is currently up" in green text](/blog/2023-02-11-simple-internet-status-display/WiFi-is-Up_lowres.jpeg)]]></content:encoded>
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