PinnedAlan TaiWhat it takes to become a software architect“I want to become a solution architect. What are the resources to learn more about architecture?” — We are all asking the wrong question.·10 min read·Jul 18, 2022----
Alan TaiSecuring CI/CD pipelines with OIDC, GitHub Actions, and TerraformIn regulated industries, where trust is paramount, the security of CI/CD pipelines is a non-negotiable priority. Breaches within these…·3 min read·4 days ago----
Alan TaiFrom vacuum cleaners to AI assistants: A cautionary tale of technological promisesInvention of vacuum cleaners promised to revolutionise household chores — Have you ever wished you had another set of arms for your…·3 min read·Feb 15, 2024----
Alan TaiIs your JetBrains IDE turning into a memory hog? Try this simple fix·4 min read·Feb 8, 2024----
Alan TaiThe Road Unmapped: Why Aspiring Full-Stack Engineers Should Forge Their Own Path·3 min read·Jan 23, 2024----
Alan TaiHow not to host your React app on a supercomputerDownsizing your cloud service like a savvy Brit·9 min read·Jan 12, 2024----
Alan TaiCreate your own personal VPN with Tailscale on AWS using TerraformA step-by-step guide to setting up a personal VPN on AWS with Terraform and Tailscale·9 min read·Nov 15, 2023----
Alan TaiAre you getting the Test Pyramid wrong?Why do many developers often write unit tests that are hard to maintain and find it difficult to implement the Test Pyramid effectively?·9 min read·Oct 19, 2023----
Alan TaiRevolutionise your Mac and Windows setup with a single commandQuickInstall.app, the revolutionary tool that automates the entire process of manually installing apps, saving you time and effort.2 min read·Sep 14, 2022--2--2
Alan Tai84% of all integration projects failed. This is what I did to integrate unknown systems.Integration projects often cost more, take a longer time, and have fewer benefits than planned. This article leads your way to success.·19 min read·Aug 29, 2022----