For years, I have worried about the CO2 levels in our kids' bedroom. Until recently, our two sons shared a small bedroom in our apartment. Every night, they insisted on shutting the door to block out light and noise. Yet, once they fell asleep, I'd quietly open the door to make sure they had enough fresh air to fuel their dreams. As we breathe, our bodies naturally expel CO2 (carbon dioxide). When CO2 reacts with water within our body it becomes carbonate, which can subtly shift our body's internal balance. That is why high CO2 levels, like in sealed bedrooms, can be harmful. Outdoor CO2 level ..read more

Across its 50-year history, the Sydney Opera House has welcomed musicians, dancers, actors, playwrights, filmmakers, contemporary artists, and thinkers who have both challenged and defined the cultural scene. As a result, the Sydney Opera House draws millions of visitors from around the world each year. Not only is the Sydney Opera House of incredible cultural importance, it's also an architectural masterpiece. Its unique design makes it one of the most iconic buildings in the world, and has earned it a place as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Last year, the Sydney Opera House chose to migrate ..read more

Last fall, we toured the Champagne region in France, famous for its sparkling wines. We explored the ancient, underground cellars where Champagne undergoes its magical transformation from grape juice to sparkling wine. These cellars, often 30 meters deep and kilometers long, maintain a constant temperature of around 10-12°C, providing the perfect conditions for aging and storing Champagne. 25 meters underground in a champagne tunnel, which often stretches for miles/kilometers. After sampling various Champagnes, we returned home with eight cases to store in our home's basement. However, unlike ..read more

Two years ago, I launched a simple Web3 website using IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) and ENS (Ethereum Name Service). Back then, Web3 tools were getting a lot of media attention and I wanted to try it out. Since I set up my Web3 website two years ago, I basically forgot about it. I didn't update it or pay attention to it for two years. But now that we hit the two-year mark, I'm curious: is my Web3 website still online? At that time, I also stated that Web3 was not fit for hosting modern web applications, except for a small niche: static sites requiring high resilience and infrequent conten ..read more

Martti Malmi, an early contributor to the Bitcoin project, recently shared a fascinating piece of internet history: an archive of private emails between himself and Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin's mysterious founder. The identity of Satoshi Nakamoto remains one of the biggest mysteries in the technology world. Despite extensive investigations, speculative reports, and numerous claims over the years, the true identity of Bitcoin's creator(s) is still unknown. Martti Malmi released these private conversations in reaction to a court case focused on the true identity of Satoshi Nakamoto and the legal ..read more

For nearly three decades, third-party cookies have been a major privacy concern on the web. They allow organizations, such as advertisers, to track users' browsing activities across multiple websites, often without explicit consent. Unlike third-party cookies, first-party cookies are restricted to the website you are on. They are often used to improve the user experience, such as keeping you logged in, remembering what is in your shopping cart, and more. Of course, first-party cookies can also be used to track your activity, like with Google Analytics, but they can't be used to follow you bey ..read more

I recently added a new page to my website, which displays the top 10 topics of each year. This page serves a dual purpose: it visualizes the evolution of my interests, and provides visitors with an overview of the core content of my site. As I stared at this new page, it became very obvious that my blog has maintained a consistent focus throughout the years. The top categories have not changed meaningfully in 18 years. The recurring themes include Drupal, Acquia, Open Source, and photography. The latter, a long-term interest, has experienced ebbs and flows during this time. Just as having the ..read more

At the beginning of every year, I publish a retrospective that looks back at the previous year at Acquia. I also discuss the changing dynamics in our industry, focusing on Content Management Systems (CMS) and Digital Experience Platforms (DXP). If you'd like, you can read all of my retrospectives for the past 15 years: 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009. Resilience and growth amid market turbulence At the beginning of 2023, interest rates were 4.5%. Technology companies, investors, and PE firms were optimistic, anticipating modest growth. However ..read more

Since 1999, I've been consistently working on this website, making it one of my longest-standing projects. Even after all these years, the satisfaction of working on my website remains strong. Remarkable, indeed. During rare moments of calm — be it a slow holiday afternoon, a long flight home, or the early morning stillness — I'm often drawn to tinkering with my website. When working on my website, I often make small tweaks and improvements. Much like a watchmaker meticulously fine-tuning the gears of an antique clock, I pay close attention to details. This holiday, I improved the lazy loading ..read more

In recent years, new architectures like MACH and Jamstack have emerged in the world of Content Management Systems (CMS) and Digital Experience Platforms (DXP). In some way, they have challenged traditional models. As a result, people sometimes ask for my take on MACH and Jamstack. I've mostly refrained from sharing my perspective to avoid controversy. However, recognizing the value of diverse viewpoints, I've decided to share some of my thoughts. I hope it contributes positively to the ongoing evolution of these technologies. The Jamstack is embracing its inner CMS Jamstack, born in 2015, beg ..read more