Dean's Life

Welcome to my blog!

Here, you’ll find a mix of project updates, personal reflections, and musings on various topics.

I may not consider myself a writer, but I am constantly tackling new projects and thought it would be helpful to document my experiences for my own reference and to share with others. In addition to sharing my work, I’ll also be writing about my life experiences and other topics that I’m passionate about. So, join me as I take on various projects and share my insights, lessons learned, and thoughts with you. Whether you’re just here for inspiration or practical tips, there’s something for everyone.

Below you can find a list of all my posts in chronological order, or you can use the search button above if you know what you are looking for!

Work Related
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How to progress professionaly in your twenties

As a young professional, it can be frustrating to feel like your coworkers are not taking you seriously. However, with effort and dedication, you can build trust and establish yourself as a competent and reliable team member.

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ESP8266 Projects
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How to make your own DIY Smart Blinds

Have you ever wanted to control your blinds with the touch of a button? You’re in luck! In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to build your own smart blinds for around £10. With a Node MCU running the program and an API built into the source code, you’ll be able to easily control your windows with the touch of a button. So why wait? Let’s get started on your DIY smart blinds project!

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Custom Firmware
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How to Hack the Wyze/Neos Cam with Custom Firmware

Are you looking to integrate your NeosCam or WyzeCam v2 with a self-contained system, but not sure how? Look no further! In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to hack your camera with custom firmware that enables you to run your own RTSP server. With this, you’ll be able to seamlessly integrate your camera with any self-contained system of your choice. So why wait? Let’s get started on hacking your camera for custom RTSP integration!

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Linux Tutorials
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How to Install and Configure HAProxy as a Reverse Proxy on Ubuntu Server 18.04 LTS

Ready to take your reverse proxy to the next level? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to install HAProxy and configure it as a reverse proxy with advanced features like SSL Termination, HTTPS Redirection, and automatic certificate renewal. This will not only add security and performance to your server, but also make it easier to manage and maintain. So why wait? Let’s get started on transforming your Ubuntu Server with HAProxy!

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Linux Tutorials
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How to Install and Configure Duplicati on Ubuntu Server 18.04 LTS

Ensuring the safety of your data is important, and what better way to do it than with Duplicati on Ubuntu Server 18.04 LTS? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to install Duplicati as a service on your server, giving you access to a powerful and versatile backup solution with built-in AES-256bit encryption. Protect your data and peace of mind with Duplicati on Ubuntu Server. Let’s get started!

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