No FLoC for me please Google
2021-04-23 // 1 min read
A new approach to online tracking being trialed by Google has been under scrutiny this week, from developers and privacy advocates alike.
Hi there, I'm Nicholas!
I’m a developer with a passion for cloud platforms, web development and automation!
I use this blog to write about my interests. They’re usually tech-related, but there’s also the odd music and gaming piece too.
Traversing the sources of a song
2021-04-16 // 1 min read
I stumbled across an old animation from a few years ago yesterday, set to a rather funky beat. Not the most fascinating thing on its own. Interesting though, how my perspective has changed a bit after looking into the music a little bit more.
I'm now using Plausible Analytics
2021-04-09 // 1 min read // #site
For now, I’m trying out a self-hosted instance of Plausible Analytics with this website. I was tempted to go with the hosted option for a while, but I prefer having more control with a self-hosted arrangement.
For now, goodbye Raspberry Pi
2021-04-01 // 2 min read // #site
For the last year or so, I’ve hosted my website using an old Raspberry Pi on my home network. It’s served me well, but I’m retiring it for now. I’m sure I’ll find a new use for it in the near future though!
Abandoning play in lawn bowls during heavy weather
2021-03-17 // 3 min read // #lawn-bowls
As with any sport, competitive lawn bowls has its share of rules and regulations. Bowls Victoria has a specific of rules on abandoning play during disruptive weather, like heat, wind, rain and lightning.