Imagine Fly.io on your own VPS (Changelog News #113)
Sep 23, 2024
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Mahmoud Mousa introduces Sidekick, a game-changing tool for developers to host side projects affordably on VPS. Ryan Dahl shares his frustrations with Oracle's management of JavaScript, sparking a lively discussion on the trademark's implications. Thomas Rampelberg showcases kty, a user-friendly terminal designed to streamline Kubernetes access. Additionally, the conversation touches on security tools that enhance CI-CD pipelines and the growing trend of Redis users seeking alternatives after recent licensing changes.
The dead internet theory raises concerns about authenticity in online interactions and highlights the need for critical thinking in a technology-driven world.
Redis users are shifting towards alternative solutions due to recent licensing changes, prompting discussions about the impact of licensing on user decisions and product ecosystems.
Deep dives
The Dead Internet Theory
The dead internet theory suggests that much of the social activity online is artificially created to manipulate user engagement. This raises concerns about the authenticity of interactions and the implications for those who heavily rely on the internet for work and leisure. The discussion hints at the potential influence of AI-generated content as an initial step toward more significant technological disruptions in human experiences online. The analogy to 'taking the red pill' implies a need for awareness and critical thinking in the face of these potential changes.
Redis Users Seeking Alternatives
Recent surveys indicate that approximately 70% of Redis users are actively considering alternative solutions due to the shift to Redis's new licensing model. This change has prompted developers and database managers to explore forks that might better suit their needs, with the Linux Foundation's Valkey project emerging as a favored option among users. The community's response highlights a lively debate over the implications of the licensing change, particularly within tech-centric discussions. This situation serves as an example of how licensing can significantly affect user decisions and product ecosystems.
Mahmoud Mousa releases Sidekick, a tool for hosting side projects on a cheap VPS, Ryan Dahl, has had enough of Oracle bogarting “JavaScript” but not even using it, Thomas Rampelberg’s kty is a sweet terminal for Kubernetes, Redis users are considering alternatives after their relicense & a bunch of smart JS folks wrote up nine Node.js pillars.