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Why settle for bloated, one-size-fits-all solutions when you can create something uniquely tailored to your needs? As a developer who thrives on optimization and performance, I built my own blog engine from scratch—anchored by the powerful Charm PHP framework and seamlessly integrated into my PentaPaper SaaS platform.

by Sven Reifschneider • 18 October 2024

Do you still have old VHS tapes stored away in the basement, full of memories you can't afford to lose? VHS tapes aren't made to last forever. In this article, I’ll show you how to transfer those valuable recordings into the digital world, with practical tips for preserving them.

by Sven Reifschneider • 11 October 2024

Imagine you could travel back in time—not with a complex device or intricate technology, but with something you use every day: your smartphone. Let’s embark on a philosophical journey and explore how our digital recordings become a modern time machine.

by Sven Reifschneider • 04 October 2024

Have you ever wondered where you really come from? Genealogy is like embarking on a journey into the past, and for me, it all started in the dusty corners of our basement. What began as a random find of old documents has, over the years, evolved into a deep exploration of my ancestors' stories.

by Sven Reifschneider • 24 September 2024

Ready to take your OpenStreetMap skills to the next level? In this post, we walk you through creating a custom tile server for the entire European region—from setting up powerful hardware to generating map tiles and serving them on your own web server.

by Sven Reifschneider • 16 September 2024

Ever wondered what it takes to create your own map server using OpenStreetMap data? Spoiler: it’s a long, winding journey filled with challenges, retries, and valuable lessons. In this post, I share my experience navigating the complexities of OSM.

by Sven Reifschneider • 09 September 2024

Airplanes have always fascinated me, but the ability to receive and track their signals took this fascination to a new level. With a simple DVB-T stick and a bit of DIY enthusiasm, I built my own ADS-B antenna and dove into the exciting world of flight tracking.

by Sven Reifschneider • 02 September 2024

Genealogy can be a fascinating yet challenging hobby. Especially when dealing with old, hard-to-read documents, one quickly reaches their limits. But modern Artificial Intelligence offers us new possibilities to uncover even the last secrets of our family history.

by Sven Reifschneider • 27 August 2024

Experience the magic of the Opening Ceremony of the 33rd Summer Olympics in Paris, a world-class spectacle that transformed the Seine into a stage for an unforgettable festival of arts and cultures. From classic Can Can dances and majestic operas to modern rap and metal performances – this celebration united the diversity and spirit of Europe and enchanted the world.

by Sven Reifschneider • 29 July 2024

Ever wanted to maintain high-precision time in your local network, independently from public NTP servers? Whether for projects like an ADS-B airplane tracker or just to have an ultra-precise time source, setting up a GPS-based NTP server on a Raspberry Pi can be the perfect solution. In this detailed guide, I'll walk you through every step of the process.

by Sven Reifschneider • 22 July 2024