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  1. Comment on What programming/technical projects have you been working on? in ~comp

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    Finally got around to figuring out cert-manager (letsencrypt+cloudflare) and ingress along with metallb on microk8s. While it may be straightforward to some and I use AKS/EKS at work although not...

    Finally got around to figuring out cert-manager (letsencrypt+cloudflare) and ingress along with metallb on microk8s.

    While it may be straightforward to some and I use AKS/EKS at work although not an expert but enough to complete projects/tasks. I found several issues along the way.

    1. Refreshed microk8s version via snap but add-ons need to be done manually. Updated deployments and did a rolling restart.

    2. core DNS/calico issues on a node in a 3 node cluster:
      1x Pi 4 8gb
      2x HP Elitedesk 800 G2

    The Pi being the issue. Even with minimal pods on it, was struggling causing calico issues along with DNS lookups/timeouts in core DNS. Removed the Pi from the cluster and had no DNS issues!

    1. Typos in letsencrypt endpoint and finding out stage vs prod endpoints. Issuer and ClusterIssuer differences as well.

    2. ingress endpoint always being 127.0.0.1: git issue and fix

    Once working, was able to update my Adguard Home DNS custom filtering rules to point to the metallb IP for the desired DNS entries.

    Got tailscale split DNS working as well.

    Time to look for another mini PC to replace the Pi 4.

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  2. Comment on Are you using WiFi 6E in a home/home office setting? Have you seen any benefit to the 6GHz channel? in ~tech

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    Don't have Wi-Fi 6E/7 yet but upgrade from 5 to 6 should be a huge improvement without much cost. Probably $50-100 per Wi-Fi 6 AP vs $500+ per 6E/7, going by TP-Link Omada 6E AP. Plus you'll...

    Don't have Wi-Fi 6E/7 yet but upgrade from 5 to 6 should be a huge improvement without much cost. Probably $50-100 per Wi-Fi 6 AP vs $500+ per 6E/7, going by TP-Link Omada 6E AP. Plus you'll ideally need a 10GBe PoE switch for these newer 6E/7 AP to take advantage of the theoretical speed.

    3 votes

  3. Comment on Smart home automation - tip, tricks, advice? in ~life.home_improvement

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    In total there's likely 100 devices on my network. Three quarters of those over Wi-Fi (across five TP-Link Omada wired access points), two quarters are smart home devices. Haven't had issues...

    In total there's likely 100 devices on my network. Three quarters of those over Wi-Fi (across five TP-Link Omada wired access points), two quarters are smart home devices. Haven't had issues except for MyQ garage opener that keeps dropping/dies after few days. But wish I went with ZWave or something fully local.

    I mostly have TP-Link Kasa light switches/dimmers/cameras/doorbell. Need to use their apps post firmware updates. They haven't forced you to switch over to their Tapo app, which is pretty horrible.

    Eufy smart locks have their issues. False notifications about the door not being locked even though calibration is good. Wanted Schlage but the desired models were out of stock for months or over MSRP.

    Eufy baby monitor and camera are great though! Better than Owlet.

    Appliances WiFi features aren't that great. Have LG washer/heat pump dryer/refrigerator. Along with a GE dishwasher. Just useful for the notifications and reminders but can't start them remotely.

    Honeywell T9 thermostat and their sensors have been great! Everyone was doing Nest but took a gamble on them and it's not bad. I have a sensor in every room including one above my baby's crib.

    Use Govee water sensors which has its own hub. You can do without it if you have your own 900Mhz(?) receiver but I couldn't get it working. Ended up picking up random cars instead!

    Hunter has some decent ceiling fans. Only issue was getting them on Wi-Fi but that was my fault as I had enabled WPA3 on my smart device network.

    Existing home alarm was rewired to a Konnected Pro and use Smart things rather than Home assistant.

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  4. Comment on Chick-fil-A plans UK restaurants opening after previously facing backlash from LGBTQ+ rights activists in ~food

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    I can't understand how others like it. It's "top tier" bland.

    I can't understand how others like it. It's "top tier" bland.

    2 votes

  5. Comment on Chick-fil-A plans UK restaurants opening after previously facing backlash from LGBTQ+ rights activists in ~food

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    I hesitated trying CFA for a long time because of their LGBTQ+ stance. Finally did as it was the only thing around, wife and I were super disappointed! Chicken, spiciness, waffle fries and sauce...

    I hesitated trying CFA for a long time because of their LGBTQ+ stance. Finally did as it was the only thing around, wife and I were super disappointed! Chicken, spiciness, waffle fries and sauce were all garbage. Didn't even bother finishing it.

    6 votes

  6. Comment on What is one of your favourite plant-based dishes? in ~food

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    Gobi Manchurian cauliflower. Not sure how but wife makes it and it's one of my favorite plant based dishes. First time I had it at a restaurant, thought it was chicken wings. Pairs great with...

    Gobi Manchurian cauliflower. Not sure how but wife makes it and it's one of my favorite plant based dishes. First time I had it at a restaurant, thought it was chicken wings. Pairs great with brown rice too!

    6 votes