Remote Ruby Advanced Package Management, PostgresSQL, and Mise
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Mar 7, 2025 The hosts kick off with lighthearted banter about birthdays, setting a jovial tone. They tackle tough technical challenges with PostgreSQL on Ubuntu, sharing debugging stories and package management insights. A deep dive into Mize reveals its powerful tools for managing programming environments and enhancing Ruby development. The conversation shifts to terminal applications, contrasting Warp and Alacritty’s features. They also highlight the evolution of referral programs and explore advanced command workflows, emphasizing innovative educational resources.
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Postgres Configuration Mystery
- Chris Oliver encountered an unusual Postgres configuration issue on Hatchbox.
- Uninstalling and reinstalling Postgres didn't resolve the missing configuration files.
Past Experience Pays Off
- Chris's early experience reverse-engineering a Linux package manager proved unexpectedly useful.
- It helped him diagnose the Postgres issue years later.
OpenSSL and Kernel Troubles
- Chris and Colin faced an OpenSSL issue on a GoRails server after a Ruby update.
- They traced the problem back to an outdated kernel setting on DigitalOcean.