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Servers with Matt from Caddy

Mar 31, 2021

Matt Holt, the mind behind the Caddy web server and an influential figure in the open-source community, dives into the fascinating world of web servers. He explains the simplified management of SSL certificates through Caddy, the importance of load balancing for optimizing performance, and why every website should use an SSL certificate. Matt also discusses the impressive features of Go programming, highlighting its speed and efficiency. With insights on modern server dynamics, he showcases how Caddy is changing the game for developers.

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Matt Holt

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Episode notes

Intro

4min

The Evolution of Go and Web Security

8min

The Importance of SSL and Simplifying Deployment with Caddy

4min

Caddy: Streamlining Web Server Management

11min

Simplifying Tasks and Scaling Applications

3min

Navigating Load Balancing and Server Dynamics

6min

Streamlining Image Hosting and Understanding Server Management

3min

Exploring Go: Efficiency and Security in Programming

11min

Introducing Alan: The Family Air Purifier

2min

10.

Vacuum Ventures and Tech Tidbits

5min

11.

The Value of Sponsorship in Web Development Projects

2min

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