The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Load testing a $4 VPS, TOML for .env files, counting unique visitors sans cookies, the Arc browser & a love letter to Deno (News)
Feb 13, 2023
Discover how much power you can squeeze from a $4 VPS and whether TOML is the ideal choice for .env files. Learn innovative ways to track unique website visitors without cookies, making privacy a priority. Dive into the unique features of the Arc browser and find out why users adore it. Plus, hear a heartfelt tribute to Deno, exploring its potential to simplify JavaScript development and tackle the limitations of Node.js. Get inspired by discussions on innovation and the future of tech!
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Cheap VPS for Small Projects
- Consider a cheap VPS for starting small projects.
- Thoroughly test its capabilities with tools like K6 and adapt as needed.
Standardizing .env Files with TOML
- Consider using TOML for .env files for better standardization and cross-platform compatibility.
- Share your thoughts with Brett Cannon on Mastodon or in the Changelog Slack community.
Privacy-Preserving Visitor Count
- Normally.com counts unique website visitors without cookies or fingerprinting using cached requests and time-based headers.
- This clever hack prioritizes user privacy while still gathering visitor data.