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Is This the End of Passwords? Everything You Need to Know Before
A comprehensive guide from the fundamental principles of Passkeys to integration steps, security advantages, and operational risks.
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16 Billion Passwords Leaked News: Are You Really in Danger?
News of 16 billion password leaks usually refers to old and combined data. The real danger lies in password reuse and weak authentication…
Tutorials
A 24/7 Home Server from an Old Laptop
I'm sharing my step-by-step guide to turning an idle old laptop into your own 24/7 home server. A powerful homelab at a low cost…
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Is a VPN Really Necessary? 5 Truths Marketing Won't Tell You
I explain the real functions of a VPN beyond marketing promises, its performance costs, and modern alternatives, based on my own experiences.
Technology
The Best Code Is the Code You Don't Write
A truth distilled from 20 years of experience: Every line of code written is a cost, and every line not written is a gain. How can we avoid unnecessary.
Technology
AI Code Assistants: Creating Efficiency or Dependency?
Analyzing the role of AI code assistants in software development, the efficiency gains they bring, and the potential risks of dependency, based on my own.
Technology
Complexity Is Not a Status Symbol
With 20 years of experience, I explain the cost of unnecessary complexity and the power of simplicity in software and system architecture.
Career
The New Pattern of 2026 Tech Layoffs: 'Cut and Pivot'
I examine the new 'Cut and Pivot' strategy behind tech layoffs in 2026 and what it means for our careers.
Tutorials
My First Homelab Docker Compose Stack: 10 Services Actually Running
A step-by-step guide on how I set up 10 critical services running with Docker Compose in my homelab in 2026.
Career
CS Degree, Bootcamp, or Self-Taught: The Equation in 2026
Analyzing the equation between a CS degree, bootcamp, or self-learning when charting a career path in the software industry in 2026, based on my 20 years of.
Career
Too Late to Learn Code in 2026? The Wrong Question
Mustafa Erbay's career advice: Is it too late to start learning code in 2026? I explain why continuous learning and adaptation are what truly matter.
Technology
7 Security Steps You Must Take Before Exposing Your Homelab
Sharing 7 critical steps I implemented based on my own experiences to mitigate security risks encountered when exposing your homelab to the internet.
Technology
Replace SaaS Subscriptions with Your Own Server: 8 Open Source Options
The advantages and challenges of using open-source alternatives on your own server against rising SaaS costs and data control issues in 2026…
Tutorials
Expose Your Services to the Internet Without Opening Ports: Cloudflare
A guide to securely exposing server ports to the internet without opening them using Cloudflare Tunnel. Zero Trust architecture and practical installation.
Tutorials
Go Paperless: Make All Your Documents OCR-Searchable
End physical document clutter. My experience digitizing all my papers and transforming them into a searchable archive using OCR with Paperless-ngx…
Career
The AI Premium is Real: Engineers with AI Skills Earn 12-56% More
Why engineers with AI competencies earn higher salaries in the industry, which skills stand out, and the impact of this premium on careers…
Tutorials
Goodbye Google Drive: Set Up Your Own Cloud with Nextcloud
If you're tired of commercial cloud services, I'll share my experiences and insights on setting up your own data center with Nextcloud, including what to watch.
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Synology or DIY? Is Building a NAS with TrueNAS in 2026 Still
Synology's ready-made solutions or building your own system with TrueNAS? A detailed look at hardware, software, cost, and management when choosing a NAS in.
Career
Of course, Mustafa Erbay's blog: homelab and career focused
The impact of homelab setup on my career, practical steps and how to stand out in job interviews?
Career
The 5+5 Safest and Most Dangerous Software Roles in the Age of AI
How AI technologies are transforming the software world, which roles will remain safe, and which are at risk, based on my own experiences…
Technology
Proxmox or Docker? Which One Should You Start Your Homelab With?
Understanding the difference between Proxmox and Docker is critical when setting up a homelab. These two technologies are not rivals; they complement each.
Technology
Vibe Coding Finished, What's Next?
I share a turning point in my career after completing Vibe Coding and the process of discovering new directions.
Technology
Everyone Uses AI, But No One Trusts It: The Paradox of the Age
AI has become widespread, but the lack of trust is crippling institutions. In this article, I explore the roots of this paradox and potential solutions through.
Tutorials
3-2-1 Backup: Automated, Encrypted, and Ransomware-Resistant
Automate, encrypt, and secure your 3-2-1 backup strategy with restic and a highly resilient storage target.