Jeff Geerling is a developer, author, and open-source advocate focused on Linux, Ansible, cloud infrastructure, and maker projects, widely known for his educational writing and popular YouTube channel.
57 articles from this blog
Analysis of SBC clusters as poor value but fun hobbyist tools, with a review of the DeskPi Super4C board and mini rack hardware.
Raspberry Pi Connect may soon support remote controlling Windows PCs, expanding its free remote access service beyond Raspberry Pi devices.
Review of new RTL8159-based 10 GbE USB adapters that are smaller, cooler, and cheaper than Thunderbolt alternatives, with performance tests on various computers.
Review of an Arm-based mainboard for the Framework 13 laptop, testing the Cix P1 SoC's performance, power efficiency, and software compatibility.
A guide to building a local dial-up ISP using a Raspberry Pi, phone line simulator, and vintage modem for retro computing.
Analysis of how rising DRAM prices are making hobbyist single-board computers (SBCs) too expensive, threatening the market.
Guide to using a Raspberry Pi FireWire HAT to replace MiniDV tape with a portable Memory Recording Unit.
Guide on using FireWire devices with a Raspberry Pi by recompiling the Linux kernel and configuring PCIe DMA support.
A retrospective on the best and most influential Apple laptops, featuring opinions from tech YouTubers and notes on repairability.
A detailed restoration guide for a vintage Apple Xserve G5 server, covering PSU recapping and OS installation.
A hands-on review comparing the new budget MacBook Neo to the M4 MacBook Air, focusing on value, performance, and limitations for tech users.
A guide to building a PTP wall clock using a Raspberry Pi and LED matrices, detailing hardware and software setup for precise network time display.
A guide to building a tiny Macintosh emulator using a Raspberry Pi Pico, VGA display, and custom firmware.
A technical architect explores using local LLMs as junior developers for a blog migration, analyzing their strengths and common pitfalls.
A detailed guide on upgrading a Raspberry Pi-based home surveillance server using the new Exaviz Cruiser CM5 carrier board and a DeskPi mini rack case.
A hands-on review of Hugging Face's Reachy Mini robot, testing its conversational AI features, privacy concerns, and technical setup.
A behind-the-scenes look at the technology and workflow inside a modern SMPTE 2110 broadcast truck during an NHL game production.
A review of the Argon ONE UP, a modular laptop built around the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5, examining its hardware and value proposition.
A reflection on the reliability and repairability of AA batteries compared to built-in rechargeable batteries in modern tech devices.
A detailed guide on diagnosing and repairing failing capacitors in PreSonus Eris E3.5 studio monitors to restore functionality.
