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9:24

Today's Deep-Dive: penpot

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2024/11/15

This episode highlights Penpot, an open-source design tool focused on bridging the gap between designers and developers. Traditional design tools often create disconnects, but Penpot uses web-native technologies like HTML, CSS, and SVG, so developers work directly with code instead of trying to interpret exported files. Penpot’s Inspect tool allows developers to see the code behind designs, speeding up development and improving user engagement. Responsive design tools using Flexbox and Grid help

11:43

Today's Deep-Dive: immich

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2024/11/14

The conversation dives into immich, a self-hosted photo and video management tool designed to give users full control over their digital memories, in contrast to popular cloud services like Google Photos or Apple Photos, which may pose privacy concerns. Founded by Alex, an engineer who built it initially for his wife, immich evolved from a personal project to a widely adopted open-source application with thousands of users and millions of downloads. The platform includes features like facial

23:39

Today's Deep-Dive: Paperless-ngx

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2024/11/13

Paperless-ngx is a powerful, locally-hosted document management system that leverages machine learning and automation for seamless organization. It acts as a “super assistant” for handling digital and physical documents, running OCR on scanned items, tagging them intelligently, and storing them in customizable, searchable folders. Key features include:Automation: It can organize files by tagging and categorizing them through custom workflows that automate routine actions like email processing and

32:18

Today's Deep-Dive: nextcloud

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2024/11/12

Nextcloud is a self-hosted platform designed to give users full control over their data, offering security, privacy, and flexibility. Unlike mainstream cloud providers, which store data on large, often opaque servers, Nextcloud empowers users by letting them host their own data on personal servers. This setup ensures that data stays private, making it appealing in a time of increasing data privacy concerns.Core Features: Nextcloud Files: Securely store, manage, and share files with added features

24:25

Today's Deep-Dive: openHAB

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2024/11/11

Today’s show dives into openHAB and its unique role in future smart homes. openHAB is a flexible, open-source platform that unites various smart home devices, supporting over 400 technologies and 3,000 devices. Its “integrate everything” approach allows compatibility across brands, creating a universal hub that users can control without being limited by any one company’s ecosystem. Highlights include openHAB’s strong focus on data privacy—users control their data without mandatory cloud

20:03

Today's Deep-Dive: n8n

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2024/11/08

This episode highlights the capabilities of N8N’s AI, which acts as a personal automation assistant by suggesting code snippets and workflows to help users, especially those less comfortable with coding. It integrates with Langchain, enabling the creation of AI-powered automations that can understand and generate human-like text. For instance, users can build a chatbot using Langchain within N8N to answer customer inquiries by processing questions and retrieving relevant information from a knowledge

33:33

Today's Deep-Dive: Mattermost

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2024/11/07

Mattermost stands out as a communication and collaboration platform specifically designed for high-stakes teams, like those in defense, government, healthcare, and critical infrastructure. It’s built for environments where precision, security, and adaptability are essential. Unlike typical chat tools, Mattermost goes beyond messaging by integrating features like persistent chat history, file sharing, voice calls, screen sharing, and developer-friendly options like markdown and syntax

18:31

Today's Deep-Dive: hedgedoc

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2024/11/06

Today, we’re diving into HedgeDoc, an open-source, self-hosted, collaborative markdown editor often described as “Google Docs for markdown lovers.” It’s a web-based platform that facilitates real-time collaboration, letting users write and work together seamlessly without needing downloads or installations. HedgeDoc’s features include a presentation mode for turning notes into slides, and it supports graphs and diagrams, making it versatile for both text and visual content.HedgeDoc originated from

27:39

Today's Deep-Dive: gitpod - we-are-leaving-kubernetes

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2024/11/05

Gitpod recently published a blog post detailing their six-year journey of trying to use Kubernetes for developer environments, only to eventually conclude that it’s not the best fit for the job. While Kubernetes is excellent for running production applications, they found that developer environments present unique challenges that clash with Kubernetes’ design. https://www.gitpod.io/blog/we-are-leaving-kubernetes

16:46

Today's Deep-Dive: freescout

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2024/11/04

Customer satisfaction is vital, especially in today’s digital environment. A dependable help desk solution like FreeScout can be a game-changer, providing the essential functionality of high-cost platforms like Zendesk or Help Scout—without the hefty fees. FreeScout is an open-source platform offering a free, feature-rich experience with no hidden costs, making it ideal for businesses looking to control expenses while scaling. FreeScout’s standout features include unlimited agents, tickets, and

22:42

Today's Deep-Dive: C3S

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2024/11/01

C3S (Cultural Commons Collecting Society) is a European cooperative offering an alternative approach to music rights management, designed to empower artists by giving them control and transparency in how their music is used. Unlike traditional rights organizations, which can feel opaque, C3S operates democratically, allowing each member, including musicians, to have an equal say in decision-making. Artists can choose which of their works C3S manages, offering flexibility that lets them distribute

12:05

Today's Deep-Dive: a11y

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2024/10/31

This episode outlines the key points from a discussion on digital accessibility, especially for visually impaired users. It focuses on insights from German organization “Gesellschaft zur Entwicklung von Dingen,” covering various challenges such as navigating data tables with screen readers, using online forms, and the complexities of open-source software compatibility with screen readers like JAWS and NVDA.Key highlights: Data tables and screen readers: Poorly structured tables are difficult to

10:34

Today's Deep-Dive: Nikolauspflege

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2024/10/30

The episode revolves around the Nicholas Flige Foundation, a German organization with a nearly two-century history dedicated to supporting visually impaired individuals. It was founded in 1827 by Gottlieb Friedrich Wagner, an educator with a vision to create lasting change for people with visual impairments, moving beyond the typical pity and charity approaches of that era. With support from influential figures like Tsar Nicholas’s daughter, Olga, the foundation gained traction and officially

10:32

Today's Deep-Dive: Akademie für Kindertagespflege

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2024/10/29

This espisode is a deep dive into starting a home-based daycare (kindertagespflege) in Germany. It explores the business side of running a daycare, particularly emphasizing that while passion for working with kids is crucial, it’s equally important to approach it as a legitimate business venture. The Academy for Kindertagespflege is highlighted as a key resource in Germany, offering consulting, courses, and ongoing support like the “Erfolgstein” program to help providers succeed. The discussion also

9:46

Today's Deep-Dive: Jewish Museum Berlin

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2024/10/28

This episode explores the profound impact and significance of the Jewish Museum Berlin. The museum is more than just a place to view historical artifacts—it is a space deeply intertwined with history, emotion, and reflection. The discussion highlights how the museum’s existence, design, and exhibits provoke thought, with W. Michael Blumenthal’s vision playing a critical role in its creation. The museum, opened in 2001, was imagined even before the fall of the Berlin Wall and symbolizes resilience

10:17

Today's Deep-Dive: Schleswig-Holstein

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2024/10/25

This episode is an enthusiastic deep dive into the cultural and historical richness of Schleswig-Holstein, a region in northern Germany. It highlights the unexpected layers beyond the usual travel brochure depictions of windmills and coastlines. The narrative touches on a variety of topics, from current events like storm challenges and railway modernization, to future-forward initiatives such as the use of LoRaWAN technology and the fight against deep fakes.Key cultural highlights include

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Today's Deep-Dive: Holzmarkt25

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2024/10/24

This episode explores the story of Holzmarkt 25, a unique space in Berlin with a rich history. Once a timber market, it later became a gasworks, a dumping ground, and eventually the site of a legendary techno club, Bar 25. After the fall of the Berlin Wall, many empty spaces were reclaimed by locals, and Holzmarkt 25 emerged through a movement called interim use—where abandoned areas were temporarily used for creative and communal projects.The space transformed into something permanent and special,

10:46

Today's Deep-Dive: Broken image

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2024/10/23

This episode dives into the challenges of ordering food online for visually impaired individuals. While most sighted users can easily scroll through menus, visually impaired users face significant barriers due to poor website design. The discussion references research by the Gesellschaft zur Entwicklung von Dingen (G-z-E-V-d), a German organization focused on digital accessibility, which tested five popular food delivery platforms with a visually impaired colleague using a screen reader.Three

9:22

Today's Deep-Dive: FLOSS issue queue

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2024/10/22

This episode delves into a seemingly niche issue—a Drupal bug that limits linking to unpublished content, which opens a rabbit hole of software development, usability, and security concerns. The problem, where users can view but not reference drafts, is frustrating, especially for editors. It challenges how information should be organized and leads to patchwork solutions. This bug also raises security concerns, as allowing links to unpublished content could expose sensitive information.A balance

11:41

Today's Deep-Dive: The $1000 Wheelchair

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2024/10/21

This episode dives into the revolutionary work of Not a Wheelchair, a company founded by Zach Nelson, the creator of the YouTube channel “JerryRigEverything,” and his wife Cambry, who uses a wheelchair herself. The company is challenging the traditional wheelchair industry by offering affordable, customizable wheelchairs starting at under $1,000, ordered online with ease, similar to ordering takeout. Their approach cuts out middlemen like insurance companies, durable medical equipment suppliers, and

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