Notes, essays & the occasional rant about software engineering.https://bstefanski.com/https://bstefanski.com/blog/cloudflare-next-invalid-alias/https://bstefanski.com/blog/cloudflare-next-invalid-alias/Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/dynamic-github-action-name/https://bstefanski.com/blog/dynamic-github-action-name/How to dynamically name a GitHub ActionWed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/text-content-from-react-children/https://bstefanski.com/blog/text-content-from-react-children/How to get text content from React childrenWed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/fixing-storybook-vite-memory-error/https://bstefanski.com/blog/fixing-storybook-vite-memory-error/Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/recharts-empty-chart-react-19/https://bstefanski.com/blog/recharts-empty-chart-react-19/Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/turborepo-docker-cannot-copy-to-non-directory/https://bstefanski.com/blog/turborepo-docker-cannot-copy-to-non-directory/Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/turborepo-nestjs-prisma-dockerfile/https://bstefanski.com/blog/turborepo-nestjs-prisma-dockerfile/Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/turborepo-nextjs-dockerfile/https://bstefanski.com/blog/turborepo-nextjs-dockerfile/Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/dot-env-support-for-docker-swarm/https://bstefanski.com/blog/dot-env-support-for-docker-swarm/Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/releasing-packages-monorepos-using-pnpm-npm/https://bstefanski.com/blog/releasing-packages-monorepos-using-pnpm-npm/How to make pnpm version work in monorepos by creating a temporary .git directory in the package folder.Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/running-nextjs-behind-aws-cloudfront/https://bstefanski.com/blog/running-nextjs-behind-aws-cloudfront/How to fix Next.js showing JSON instead of HTML when using AWS CloudFront by configuring cache policies.Mon, 13 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/ddos-attacks-tor-network/https://bstefanski.com/blog/ddos-attacks-tor-network/Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/notes-http-osi-tcp-ip/https://bstefanski.com/blog/notes-http-osi-tcp-ip/Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/what-happens-when-you-type-google-com/https://bstefanski.com/blog/what-happens-when-you-type-google-com/Wed, 30 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/fix-docker-ignoring-ufw/https://bstefanski.com/blog/fix-docker-ignoring-ufw/Sat, 28 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/extract-files-from-docker-image/https://bstefanski.com/blog/extract-files-from-docker-image/Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/make-cloudflare-cdn-respect-cache-control/https://bstefanski.com/blog/make-cloudflare-cdn-respect-cache-control/Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/grafana-dashboard-for-dockerized-nodejs/https://bstefanski.com/blog/grafana-dashboard-for-dockerized-nodejs/Sat, 14 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-reload-prometheus-configuration/https://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-reload-prometheus-configuration/Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/keychron-macos-f5-f6-function-keys-vscode-intellij/https://bstefanski.com/blog/keychron-macos-f5-f6-function-keys-vscode-intellij/Learn how to enable function keys (F5, F6) on Keychron keyboards for better compatibility with VSCode and IntelliJ on macOS.Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/docker-swarm-simple-introduction/https://bstefanski.com/blog/docker-swarm-simple-introduction/My notes on Docker Swarm and why it's my favorite orchestration tool that automagically scales and manages your services with just a few commands.Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/jira-copy-branch-name-from-task/https://bstefanski.com/blog/jira-copy-branch-name-from-task/Sat, 03 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-fix-cannot-install-with-frozen-lockfile-because-pnpm-lockyaml-is-absent-in-pnpm/https://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-fix-cannot-install-with-frozen-lockfile-because-pnpm-lockyaml-is-absent-in-pnpm/Resolving pnpm's frozen-lockfile error in CI/CD pipelinesFri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-update-pnpm-version/https://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-update-pnpm-version/Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/playwright-missing-dependencies/https://bstefanski.com/blog/playwright-missing-dependencies/Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-check-http-version/https://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-check-http-version/This article explains practical methods to check a server's HTTP version, showing how to use curl and Chrome DevTools for quick checks.Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/http11-and-http2-streaming-techniques/https://bstefanski.com/blog/http11-and-http2-streaming-techniques/An overview of web streaming technologies, from HTTP/1.1 to modern approaches like HTTP/2 Streams API and Shadow DOM.Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/noisygrainy-backgrounds-and-gradients-in-css/https://bstefanski.com/blog/noisygrainy-backgrounds-and-gradients-in-css/A quick guide on how to create a noisy background and gradient in CSS.Sat, 06 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/accessing-firestore-from-client-side/https://bstefanski.com/blog/accessing-firestore-from-client-side/Working with Google's services such as Firebase, Google Analytics, or Google Cloud Platform can often be a source of frustration for me. The primary issue is their documentation, which tends to be unclear or difficult to comprehend.Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/easiest-way-to-generate-shopify-admin-access-token/https://bstefanski.com/blog/easiest-way-to-generate-shopify-admin-access-token/Discover how to access Shopify's Admin GraphQL API by creating a custom app, with a focus on generating API keys and setting specific access scopes. This guide walks you through the admin panel, app creation, and securing the necessary access token.Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/what-makes-you-great-software-developer/https://bstefanski.com/blog/what-makes-you-great-software-developer/Dive into a practical perspective on software engineering, challenging the overuse of complex techniques in simple projects and advocating for a product-focused approach.Sun, 14 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/generate-downloadable-urls-for-google-drive-files/https://bstefanski.com/blog/generate-downloadable-urls-for-google-drive-files/This blog post guides readers through a simple yet effective method to generate downloadable URLs for files in Google Drive, utilizing Google Sheets and a custom scriptSun, 31 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-use-custom-theme-in-vim/https://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-use-custom-theme-in-vim/A guide on how to install a custom theme in Vim using VimPlugTue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-resolve-git-fatal-the-remote-end-hung-up-unexpectedly/https://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-resolve-git-fatal-the-remote-end-hung-up-unexpectedly/A guide on how to increase the size limit of a Git commit to avoid this error.Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/ultimate-resources-mastering-frontend-development/https://bstefanski.com/blog/ultimate-resources-mastering-frontend-development/Discover a variety of courses and tutorials on JavaScript, React, and TypeScript. A straightforward guide to enhance your coding expertiseWed, 14 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/crafting-ideal-junior-frontend-dev-portfolio/https://bstefanski.com/blog/crafting-ideal-junior-frontend-dev-portfolio/Learn how to create an impressive portfolio that sets you apart as a junior frontend developer. This article shares key insights into building a portfolio that showcases a mix of CRUD applications and marketing pages, all designed to highlight your readiness to contribute from day one in a professional setting.Sun, 11 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/ideal-github-profile-for-new-developers/https://bstefanski.com/blog/ideal-github-profile-for-new-developers/Discover essential tips to create an impressive Github profile that increases your chances of landing a junior developer jobThu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/gitlab-ci-playwright-e2e-tests/https://bstefanski.com/blog/gitlab-ci-playwright-e2e-tests/Discover how to configure GitLab CI and Playwright to run E2E tests automatically for merge requests, streamlining quality control and enhancing your development workflow.Tue, 25 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/automate-smoke-testing-storybook/https://bstefanski.com/blog/automate-smoke-testing-storybook/Discover how to use Storybook to automate smoke testing for your React components, eliminating the need for manual testing and streamlining your development process.Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/mock-prefix-jest-initialization-fix/https://bstefanski.com/blog/mock-prefix-jest-initialization-fix/Learn how the 'mock' prefix can help solve variable initialization challenges in Jest tests by bypassing hoisting issues within custom factory functions.Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/gitk-on-macos/https://bstefanski.com/blog/gitk-on-macos/Discover how to reinstall the Gitk GUI tool on newer versions of macOS for a more enjoyable Git tree browsing experience.Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/installing-pip-macos/https://bstefanski.com/blog/installing-pip-macos/Learn how to install pip for Python on modern macOS and maintain compatibility with other tools.Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/resolving-json-import-issue-linaria-library/https://bstefanski.com/blog/resolving-json-import-issue-linaria-library/Discover how to fix a bug that occurs when importing JSON files in a component with the Linaria library, by making a simple adjustment to the configuration order.Sun, 26 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/nextjs-advantages-without-ssr/https://bstefanski.com/blog/nextjs-advantages-without-ssr/Explore the benefits of using Next.js for app development, even if you don't require Server Side Rendering. Learn how its features enhance performance, speed up development, and maintain flexibility while simplifying the development process.Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/openlens-blank-screen-fix-kubectl/https://bstefanski.com/blog/openlens-blank-screen-fix-kubectl/Discover a simple fix for the blank screen issue in OpenLens when working with kubectl by using a quick refresh command to reveal the clusters view.Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/javascript-open-new-tab-mobile-safari-fix/https://bstefanski.com/blog/javascript-open-new-tab-mobile-safari-fix/Learn a simple workaround for opening new tabs on mobile devices using JavaScript that is compatible with Safari's security policies.Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/running-vscode-as-an-administrator/https://bstefanski.com/blog/running-vscode-as-an-administrator/Easily open VSCode in a desired directory using the terminal by running it as an administrator with this simple solution.Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-prettify-your-cat-unix-command/https://bstefanski.com/blog/how-to-prettify-your-cat-unix-command/A guide on how to make your old black and white cat command pretty and more legibleFri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/prevent-chrome-from-redirecting-your-http-localhost-to-https/https://bstefanski.com/blog/prevent-chrome-from-redirecting-your-http-localhost-to-https/How to prevent chroem from redirecting your local service from http to httpsTue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/generating-and-applying-git-patches/https://bstefanski.com/blog/generating-and-applying-git-patches/A quick guide on how to generate multiple or one squashed patch/patches and apply it/them.Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/quickly-scrape-tweets-without-api-or-headless-browser/https://bstefanski.com/blog/quickly-scrape-tweets-without-api-or-headless-browser/A quick way to scrape unlimited amount of tweets without API or headless browser.Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/oidc-vs-oauth2/https://bstefanski.com/blog/oidc-vs-oauth2/A comparison between Open ID Connect and OAuth2 protocols. Learn about the differences between authentication and authorization and why you shouldn't use OAuth2 for authentication or identity managementMon, 12 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/upgrading-one-dependency-causes-whole-yarnlock-change-fix/https://bstefanski.com/blog/upgrading-one-dependency-causes-whole-yarnlock-change-fix/Installing or updating a dependency with yarn can cause a whole lock file to change. In reality, it doesn't bump versions of the packages you wouldn't suspect, but it does change the formatting and the order of everything.Mon, 05 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/use-multiple-github-accounts-one-machine/https://bstefanski.com/blog/use-multiple-github-accounts-one-machine/Quick tutorial on how to use multiple GitHub accounts on one machine with SSH keysSat, 23 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/ban-imports-eslint/https://bstefanski.com/blog/ban-imports-eslint/Sometimes you don't want to use some modules from a library or other part of your code. Or you want to prevent your colleagues from using them. This post gives you a ready-to-use solution for banning imports with ESLint.Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/can-svg-symbols-affect-web-performance/https://bstefanski.com/blog/can-svg-symbols-affect-web-performance/When it comes to repeatable SVGs, most people would create a component and reuse it anywhere they want. There's a high chance, that you would be missing some performance freebies. If you're striving for that bang-for-the-buck kind of performance, this article might be interesting for you.Sun, 17 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/simple-pragmatic-and-performant-i18n-for-javascript/https://bstefanski.com/blog/simple-pragmatic-and-performant-i18n-for-javascript/A copy-paste snippet for pragmatic i18n implementation for any modern JavaScript application. Supports dotted paths & TypeScript.Sat, 16 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/assign-ref-forwardref-component/https://bstefanski.com/blog/assign-ref-forwardref-component/How to assign multiple refs to a react component wrapped with forwardRef. Copy-paste solution.Thu, 16 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/implement-horizontal-media-scroller-component-react-css/https://bstefanski.com/blog/implement-horizontal-media-scroller-component-react-css/A copy-paste snippet for implementing a swipeable carousel or so called media scroller component. Built with almost no-JS.Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/one-rule-optimizing-images-web/https://bstefanski.com/blog/one-rule-optimizing-images-web/The only rule you need to serve well-optimized images on the webSat, 30 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/use-wildcard-domains-nextjs-image-component/https://bstefanski.com/blog/use-wildcard-domains-nextjs-image-component/A guide on how to use next/image component with wildcard subdomains. Useful when integrating with external providers, like Facebook or Instagram.Sat, 05 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/auto-fixable-import-sorting-rules-eslint/https://bstefanski.com/blog/auto-fixable-import-sorting-rules-eslint/ESLint config snippet for sorting imports automatically on file save. Works well with Next.jsFri, 26 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/reusing-svg-elements-html-without-copy-pasting/https://bstefanski.com/blog/reusing-svg-elements-html-without-copy-pasting/Snippet for reusing SVG elements in HTML without copy-pasting it. Example made in React.jsTue, 23 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/creating-accessible-non-flickering-dark-mode-nextjs/https://bstefanski.com/blog/creating-accessible-non-flickering-dark-mode-nextjs/A tutorial on how to create accessible and non-flickering dark mode with Next.js for both SSR and SSG.Sat, 11 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/creating-scalable-sitemaps-nextjs/https://bstefanski.com/blog/creating-scalable-sitemaps-nextjs/A go-to solution for creating scalable sitemaps using Next.js with minimal effort and costsSat, 14 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMThttps://bstefanski.com/blog/nextjs-custom-image-loader-webp-support-polyfill/https://bstefanski.com/blog/nextjs-custom-image-loader-webp-support-polyfill/Using next/image component with custom loader that supports both webp and jpeg polyfill in Safari. Three possible solutions and example with Contentful API.Sat, 31 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT