#DevOps Magic

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Get to Know Me- Tag Game

@jungkoode thank you for tagging me ❤️ Kiks original post

I'll try not to over-overthink my answers. But I don't like choosing favorites, I love duality, I need to have both sides of everything. So there will be multiple answers for each question.

What’s the origin of your blog title?

I have a mug with cat pictures that says 'you've cat to be kitten me right meow'. I say it a lot. I like how it sounds. I don't know. Maybe I'll add a photo.

Koopps is sort of an anagram of how my husband and I sometimes call each other. And I like how it sounds.

Favorite fandoms:

One piece. JJK (tho sometimes I can't match the fandom freak). HxH. I'm not too deep into any fandom, I like to dip my toes in everything. In some, I like fanfic, and in others, I'm there for fan art. Depends.

OTP(s)/shipname:

Sanzo. I love my moss head and my cook.

Ace and I.

Favorite color:

I'm originally a pink girlie, but I like anything pretty, girly, pastel, and aesthetic. I dress mostly in natural colors/black, and my home has a neutral aesthetic with pops of color and colorful art.

Favorite game:

Lately, I've really gotten into Kirby on Switch. And I spent HOURS on Supermarket simulator with my husband. But my all-time favorite is probably Heroes of Might and Magic 3.

Song stuck in your head:

I can't choose one, but those are the songs I listened to on repeat in the last days/weeks/months/years.

'Would I Lie To You?' by Charles & Eddie. It's a problem. I listen to it ten times a day lately, or I'm not okay.

'Put Your Records On' by Ritt Momney. It's giving me my tae fic OCs vibe, I listen to it and daydream about them.

'Persuasive' by Doechii & SZA

'Tequila Shots' by Kid Cudi

'Love Really Hurt Without You' by Billy Ocean

Weirdest habit/trait?

I hate fruits. Can throw up only from smelling them. I'm very sensitive to scents and I hate how they smell. I need to hold my breath at the supermarket when I go by the fruit section.

Hobbies:

Cooking, baking, reading, writing, drawing, embroidery, pottery, anything creative basically.

I also love bird watching, hiking, and being in nature. One of my favorite activities is snorkelling. I live by the beach, but there's not much marine life here, so I need to travel for it.

If you work, what’s your profession?

software developer / devops

If you could have any job you wish, what would it be?

I love what I do. It gives me stability and a comfortable life. It also challenges me, requires me to use my brain, and requires me to constantly learn new things. And as much as I hate some days being a woman working in a male-led field, I find a lot of pride in it. I think it's important for women to work in those fields.

But leaving realistic thoughts aside, I'd love to live on a farm on a hill in Tuscany and have lots of animals. Or live in a beach house on a beautiful island. And just bake, and draw, and write my little stories.

Something you’re good at:

Cooking, baking, and being creative.

Problem solving, analytical thinking.

Something you’re bad at:

A lot of things. Like running, singing, having a father figure, finance.

No, but seriously, I try not to focus on what I'm not good at. It's not good for my imposter syndrome (women in stem thing, you know). You don't have to be good at something to enjoy it, and you don't have to do something you're not good at.

Something you love:

My husband. My sisters. My cats.

Something you could talk about for hours off the cuff:

Everything lol. I love to deep-dive into everything, especially if the other person knows what they're talking about.

But I can talk a lot about psychology, neuroscience, everything biology, evolution, art, birds, lizards, anime.

Also, talk with me about my man. I dare you. I won't shut up.

Something you hate:

Stupid people who talk with confidence about things they know nothing about.

Spiders.

Something you collect:

My husband and I have a nice growing anime figures collection (we have like 4 Zoros and zero Sanjis, which is a shame). I love cute kitchen utilities. I try to expand my art collection. I mostly like nature-related illustrations; I already have some birds, flowers, and a blowfish.

Something you forget:

Plot ideas that I swear 'there's no way I'm going to forget because it's so good and genius and fits them perfectly'.

And I forget people's faces and names.

What’s your love language?

giving - acts of service, gift giving, physical touch but only with my husband.

receiving - ACTS OF SERVICE, quality time, words of affirmation.

Favorite movie/show:

My favorite anime are HxH and 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime'. One piece, goes without saying. For Marvel, I really loved Moonknight.

I love the Kill Bill movies and '10 things I hate about you'.

Favorite food:

Anything Italian, chocolate, sweets, carbs, good bread with butter, French pastries. A lot of things.

Favorite animal:

Cats.

But also sharks, whales, turtles, komodo dragons (tho I didn't get the chance to see one irl), iguanas. I won't start to list the birds I like because we won't end this.

Are you musical?

No. I love listening to music. But I can't play any instrument, and I should never sing.

What were you like as a child?

Too good. Too mature. The overlooked one. The kind that 'she's good, she can take care of herself'. Shy, quiet, artistic. I'm healing through doing 'childish' things as an adult and stopping taking life so seriously.

Favorite subject at school?

Math, biology, chemistry, art.

Least favorite subject?

Probably gymnastics because it was lame and boring. I hated being sweaty afterwards, and that people smelled like sweat.

What’s your best character trait?

Sensitive and logical. I think I'm a very sensitive and emotional person, which leads me to care and give a lot of love. But at the same time, I need logic and order; it pushes me to work hard to have a good, comfortable life.

What’s your worst character trait?

Sensitive and logical. I take things personally, I overanalyze every social encounter I have. I overthink whether people around me actually like me. I'm very critical of myself.

If you could change any detail of your day right now what would it be?

Not much. Pretty standard, good day. I'm just a little tired, so maybe a little power nap or better sleep at night. And maybe if by some magic, the shit-tone of work I have to do was already done for me.

But if we're doing fantasy, maybe I want to be on a beach vacation with my husband.

If you could travel in time who would you like to meet?

I don't have a good historical figure in mind right now. But maybe some famous artists? Like Van Gogh? See him in action?

Recommend one of your favorite fanfics (spread the love):

I can't do one obviously, so I'll just drop a few of them.

Fuck Me Up by @jungkoode (AKA writer-wife)

Yes, I'm biased. I don't care. The fact that I know the writer is an amazing, smart, sensitive person just makes reading it even better. The attention to detail, the story, the realism, the smut, all of it, is on another level. And if you haven't already done so, check her other fics as well.

What Was Hidden by @daechwitatamic

I don't know how many times I've read it by now. It's my comfort fic, I can't even explain why. It's so easy to read in the best way possible. The storytelling is so good, the writing is on another level. I HIGHLY recommend. (If it's your first time reading it, I recommend leaving the tae pov parts to the end, as they might give you spoilers.)

Two Point Five by @bratkook

There's something so refreshing about this fic. Something between the fun writing and the change from the usual fic tropes. And this JK is so hot. And the smut.

Chasing Cars by @oddinary4bts

Read it only if you're ready to cry. It's an emotional journey, but it's so worth it. The story itself is really good, and the characters make you fall for them. I still want to hug this JK and tell him everything is going to be okay. The fic handles some very sensitive, emotional topics in a very intelligent and delicate way (check warnings before reading).

If you see this and you want to play as well, see yourself as invited ❤️

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Hey Bestie 🖤 I am back with a Valek request. I thought about a scenario where he saves us one night from some bad guys asks if we're okay but then realizes that we're blind and can't see how he looks or especially what he is. He visits us more often after that and we're slowly falling in love with each other and one day he tells us the truth about him and offers to heal us with his abilities even if he is scared that we might not want to be with him anymore. With a sweet romantic ending 🥺I had this in my mind for a while. I hope everything makes sense. Take all the time you need Bestie 🙏 I love you ☺️

I am more than exited to write this one for you bestie, we all need a little Valek 😃 I hope you enjoy, I love you too bestie 💚💚💚

Everyday was pretty much the same, well it had to be in a routine when you had your little health problem. From the age of 17, you devoped a condition called corneal opacity, it was a very serious case, so serious that you had unfortunately now suffered from complete blindness. You used to have beautiful emerald green eyes, but now according to others that had seen your eyes, they were all clouded and white, a bit like having misty white eyes instead. You didn't have either your mum or dad in your life, and no siblings, but you did have some friends growing up who helped you when they could. It did seem however, that having a blind friend wasn't very cool, so eventually it ended up being just you on your own. Luckily by that time, you had learned how to read braille, could remember your surroundings of your local town and had a stick to help navigate you through the places you had to go. You were now in your mid 20's, and everything was pretty simple for you to do, and it seemed that rumour about your other senses improving when you go blind, was actually true. You could smell things in the air and identify anything you wanted to, your sence of touch was incredible, and your tastes had actually improved too. It was like every new food was a pleasant suprise. But to your suprise, even though you were completely blind and everything was black, there were times where you has some kind of vision, almost like magic.

If you were out in the rain, the sound vibrations of the rain falling on the floor, or on someone, gave them a bit of an outline, it was like seeing things in a dark blue and misty white colour. You remember seeing many people through your rain vision, a woman feeling the rain on her face too a man walking past you in a storm who had forgotten his umbrella.

It was like feeling freedom again, being blind makes you feel trapped. No way to see the world around you, see the stars in the sky or look apon a laughing baby, it was like you were stuck. But you tried your best to get through life, however, one night, everything you knew was about to change.... You had been working in an office for a number of years, your main job was to answer calls and send them through to your correct colleagues. And the other things you used to do was write up any orders that the company needed on your desk computer. You had a little earpiece to talk to people, and when you weren't talking to people on the phone, you used it to listen back from the computer to make sure you had typed the words correctly through your braille keyboard. One night you had worked a little late at the office, so when you were getting ready to leave, one of your colleagues spoke to you. "Hey Y/N, do you need a lift home?" "No thank you Otis that's ok, it's only a short walk home for me" "Are you sure? It is quite dark outside" "Its always dark outside for me" You both share a little chuckle at what you said.

"I guess your right. Ok, give me a call if you change your mind" "Ok Otis I'll see you tomorow" And with that, you got your stick out and started making your way out of the building. You knew you were outside because you could feel the cool breeze whip around your neck and hair. You start to walk down the street, using your stick to guide your way. You recognised the noises and sounds when you walked past certain areas, there was always a restaurant to the left of you that had curry and spiced smells in the air as you walked past. And when you got to the bend before the next street, there was always a little dog that barked happily at you, you would put your hand out to the gate he was behind and he would happily receive pets from you before you went on your way. However...something was diffrent tonight. You walked to the area where the little dog was, but he didnt bark. In fact, he was very quiet until he started growling, in what sounds like a warning. You also notice that the street has gone suspiciously quiet, too quite... Feeling uncomfortable with the feeling you had, you hastily tried to get back home, it was another 5 minutes away, but all of a sudden, someone stands infront of you and pushes you to the ground with an extremely rough and strong push. "Look what we have hear Dan, a poor, defenseless little lady" "Your right Aidan, what the hell is she holding a stick for-Ohhh! Aidan, it seems we are very lucky tonight..." Your very scared as you sence both these men towering over you as you try to keep the stick inbetween you and them. Your frightened to tears, so worried about what was going to happen to you.

"Well little lady, it seems that you were quite simply in the wrong place at the wrong time..." "Please! Just take my money and leave me alone" "What makes you think its your money we want?" Dan? Grab her!" One of the men grabs your arms from behind your back, yanking you up to your feet. You try to scream but he covers your mouth with his hand, while his other arm is pinning your arms behind you. "Keep her quiet Dan! I'll make a start on her..." You can hear the other man pull out a switch blade and he punches you in the stomach with his free hand. Over and over he punches you, until you feel him press the blade to your throat, he isn't cutting you, but it feel like he's about to. "I think she'll do just fine Dan, why don't we take her back? I can think of many uses for her!" "Hell yeh Aide-....what the f#ck? Did you see that?" "See what?!" "It-it looked like something just flew above us, it was really big and dark" "So what?! I don't care about that, let's just get her in the van!" They both start pulling you across the street, you desperately trying to free yourself or scream through his hand. "Get the door Aide-f#ck man I saw it again! What is that?!" "Just get her in the god damn!- Aaarrrgghhh!!!"

You hear the man infront of you scream for his life, and you can sence that he is far away from you now, how did he get that far away from you? This man is terrified as he stands back up, shaking as he looks around everywhere for whoever's or whatever threw him away from you. "Who the f#ck did that?! Show yourself! I'll f#ck you u........Oh sh#t!" All you hear is an enormous thud as what sounds like the man being thrown against the wall.

The guy holding you pushes you onto the floor as he backs away from you. "Hey-hey look man! It was just a joke! Please don't hurt me-please!-" But just like the other time, the same sound happens again, this time with a crunching sound, almost like a bone being crushed or snapped. "RUN DAN RUN!" You hear both the men scramble to their feet and try to run away as fast as they could, leaving you on your own and shaking, or so you think your on your own. You suddenly sence someone getting close to you, you manage to sit up, and that's when you feel a large hand delicately hold yours and they start stroking their thumb over your skin. "Are you alright?" This man asked you, his voice was so smooth, and yet so calm and soothing, who was he? Was he the man who beat up those men? "I...I'm not sure...did...did you?-" "Its alright your safe now, I've taken care of them. They won't hurt you anymore. Let me help you up" Both his hands are now holding yours and he helps you to your feet, your still shaking and a little unsteady, and yet he feels incredibly strong, it's like strength is vibrating from him in waves.

Once your able to stand, you can sence how tall he is when he talks to you again. "I saw them attack you, I couldn't let them do that to an innocent young woman like you. Did you try to beat them off with this stick?" "I-I tried, but it was a little difficult" "Why? What's-" Its then that you face him and he can see your eyes, its then he realises why you needed the stick, and why you struggled to defend yourself. "Oh...oh I'm so sorry, I didn't know you couldn't see" "Its alright, I'm used to it. Did you? Did you beat those guys up?" "I did, I threw them against the wall. It's no less than they deserve for what the did to you" "Thank you for helping me, if you weren't hear...god knows what would have happened. You saved me" "Like I said before, i couldn't let an innocent woman get assulted. Might I...know your name?" "Oh, my name is Y/N. Its nice to meet you" You held your hand back out to him, he didn't shake it, instead he gently held your fingers against his hand and brought it to his lips. Kissing it so gently, like a feather, it was so sweet. You could sence again how tall he was when he kisses your hand and fingers, he had to be at least 6 ft 4, 6 ft 5 maybe? "So are you completely blind?" "Unfortunately, yes. It happened when I was 17 and I've not been able to see anything since. Oh I'm sorry, what was your name sir?"

"Trust me I'm far from a sir....My name is Valek, it's a pleasure to meet you Y/N" "How can I repay you for helping me tonight?" "Well I would like to escort you home, I do not wish to see you go home by yourself" "Escort me? I haven't heard that term in ages. Yes, I'd like it if you could take me home, I wont lie, I'm still feeling scared from what happened" "Its understandable that you are. Hears your stick Y/N, would you also like to hold onto my arm as we walk together?" "That's very kind of you, thank you Valek" Your arm interlocked with his as he walked you back home, this man was very kind and gentle with you and yet he was able to save you from 2 men who so easily overpowered you, was he a fighter? Or did he do professional boxing? Whatever it was, you were glad for it. He walked you up to your front door and you thank him as you get your keys out of your bag. "I won't lie Valek, I'm a little suprised you offered to walk me home tonight" "Why is that?" "Isnt it obvious? There are so many people who have avoided me because I'm blind. It's very rare that someone sticks around and talks to me like a normal person" "If I'm being honest with you, I'm in a very similar position to you. You cant see me but when other huma-I mean person looks at me, they either run or just plain avoid me. Lets just say that I don't look like everyone else, how can I describe my look? Kind of goth ish?" "I don't think there's anything wrong with that? Your just being who you are, you shouldn't feel ashamed about how you look or dress, if that's who you are, you shouldn't care what people think or say"

"That is incredibly wise of you Y/N, not only are you brave and beautiful but your also so full of positivity and wisdom" "That's so kind-wait? Did you say beautiful, your just trying to be nice. I have no idea if I'm stylish and I've been told my eyes look like bowls of milk, I'm not beautiful" "You have been lied to then. Who ever said this to you was just trying to upset you, which you dont deserve at all. Your eyes, they're...they remind me of pearl's. They have a vibrant shine and a unique sparkle to them, it's like looking at rare treasure" Did he really just say this to you? You have known this man for an hour and not only had he saved you, but he has complimented you more than anyone ever has. "Valek...that's...thank you...that's the sweetest thing anyone has ever said to me" "You deserve to hear things like that every day Y/N. If you'd like, I would very much like to see you again. I uhh, I work till late at my job, so I won't be able to see you until night time, that is, if you would like to see eachother again?" "I would love to Valek, getting to know you would be wonderful" After that night, you and Valek would see eachother every night and spend so much time together, that a strong friendship blossomed between you. He was so thoughtful and kind, and he always listened to you when you had an issue or just needed someone to listen. He told you more about himself and how he only hangs out with a few select people during the evening, he apparently wasn't a fan of the day time, but that wasn't weird to you, you worked with many people in your job who preferred doing night shifts instead of normal hours. Over the next few weeks, Valek had been around your place, helped you cook diners for you both, and was just an absolute gentleman, and he never stopped complimenting you any chance he got. You weren't suprised that your feelings of friendship started to grow into something else, but was the feeling reciprocated? You didn't want to risk it, so you kept it to yourself.

One night, you and Valek head up to the roof of your flats building, you had been up their before when you wanted to try and view the city during the rain. But tonight, you wanted to view something else. Valek was confused as you both stood on the roof, but he trusted you. "Y/N? Why are we up hear?" "Its a suprise Valek...all we have to do is wait for the rain. I can smell it in the air, it's on its way" "You can smell the rain?" "Yes, my other senses are heightened, but....when it rains, something magical happens. I wanted to tell you before, but it wasnt raining at any point. When the raindrops fall onto a surface, my vision changes from pitch black, to a murky dark blue. And its white and mist like when it splashes against someone's face, so I'm able to make out the outline of someone's face, and even see the basics of someone facial features. Everything but the colours, and I was really hoping....to see you..." "Wow...Y/N....I would love nothing more for you to see me...but...I do have to warn you, that I'm not the best looking man you may know" "Why don't you let me be the judge of that? Its coming, are you ready? Hear it is" Small little droplets start to fall from the sky, and as it gets heavier, your able to make out things around you....including him. He really was very tall, he's all dark blue and white, his outline is huge. He let's the water splash against his face, and oh my god, you never expected this. He had a sharp chiseled jaw line, smooth and full lips, long wavy hair, and his eyes...wow his eyes were shining bright against the water droplets, he looked incredible.

"I...I didn't want to scare you Y/N, I-I should go-" "Valek" You take him by the wrist before he has a chance to walk away, and you rest a hand against his wet face. "Valek....your beautiful...."

You could see his beauty and his smile in the water, his smile was hypnotic. His teeth were perfectly straight and his smile made him look like a model. There was so much wonder between you two, it made the whole moment feel magical, it seems that Valek wasn't used to being called beautiful. He rested his hand against your cheek as he looked down at you, and you could see and sence him leaning in close to your face, and that's when you could feel his soft wet lips press against yours and a slow and romantic embrace. You had no idea how long you've wanted this to happen, so when he did finaly kiss you, you couldn't hold back. Your hands wrap around his shoulders as you pull him in closer and he deepens the kiss between you, holding you against his wet body. It all happened so fast, but within a few tence moments, he managed to get you back into your bedroom and lie you down on your back as he kissed you more and more. You helped eachother pull clothes from your bodies, even letting out a little giggle of excitement through this, then he holds you in his arms again as he lies you back down on the bed, completely naked. This was a whole new experience for you, you hadn't slept with anyone since your blindness, and you had no idea what to expect. All you knew was that the feeling of his bare body, his skin against yours and his lips kissing every inch of your lips and neck was electrifying. His hand stroked up and down your leg as the kisses got more passionate and demanding, and you cant help but reach into his glorious lions mane sized silky hair. He starts moving down your body, leaving a trail of kisses as he slowly makes his way to your stolen and sensitive clit.

He wasn't gentle now, he dived in between your legs as he devoured you like there was no tomorow. "Huh! Oh f#ck!" His tounge was already making you feel more s#xually charged than you ever had before, and as he ate and kissed everywhere you wanted him too inbetween your legs, it was the best experience you had ever had. "Oh god Valek-please don't stop! Oh god! Valek I- (screams!)"

He doesn't stop as you shake against his grip and mouth, he just loves what he is able to do to your body. Within an instant, he is inbetween your legs as he slides his thick girthy cock right inside of you, and his captures your lips in his as you gasp that the sensation. He f#cks you, over and over again, making you feel so good that a few tears fun down your cheeks. Throughout the entire night, Valek has you in every position possible to ensure nothing but pleasure, and ending with the lotus position. Where he is sat cross legged with you on his lap and he moves your hips against his groin over and over again. You had never experience this many orgasms before and you were feeling exhausted, but still so desperate for one more. He could sence that you were feeling weak, but you kept begging for him not to stop, so he held you close as he continued to trust up into you. And within the next couple of hard deep thrusts, both you and Valek finaly reach the highest peak you could get too, and your entire body is shaking in his arms as he holds you, you cant help but go limp in his arms as you finaly have a moment to stop, and he is kissing your shoulder and stroking down your back. "Your so beautiful Y/N, I've dreamed of making you feel this way for so long" "Me too Valek...that was amazing...I....I'm so...." Your so tired that you can barely speak or keep your eyes open. "Lie down my treasure, you need to sleep"

He carefully lies you down on your back and places your quilt over both you and him as he holds you in his arms. "That was amazing Valek....you were amazing...." "You were incredible too my treasure, now just close your eyes" He starts stroking your hair as you start to fall asleep on his chest. You don't know if it's because your exhausted, but you can't seem to hear or feel his heartbeat? But before you could think about it anymore, you fell asleep in his arms.

The next morning, you wake up in your bed and feel the braille clock beside your bed, it said it was 11.30 in the morning, you slept in that late? Well you did have a long night, speaking of, you couldn't feel Valek in the bed with you. "Valek? Are you hear?" No answer, but when your hand glided over your bedside desk, you feel a piece of paper. You run your fingers over it and discover that he had written you a note on your braille computer and printed it out for you. It read "Good morning my beautiful treasure. Last night was the best night of my life and you were everything I had ever wished for. I'm so sorry I couldn't be there with you, I'm afraid i couldn't stay, but I promise to explain everything when I see you tonight. I hope the day brings as much beauty and wonder as I feel whenever I'm in your presence. I'll see you tonight, love Valek x" That was so sweet of him to leave you a note, and his kind words brought a smile to your face as you sat up in bed. This did get you thinking though, how come he couldn't stay until the morning? Since you've known him you've never been with him during the day, and he never ate anything you prepared with garlic. Also? Didn't he say people got scared when they saw him? He did have an enormous amount of inhuman strength when he saved you from the two men, and you remember the time he nearly said humans instead of people, noone talks like that. And that's when it hits you, last night! You couldn't feel or hear his heartbeat! Were you really thinking this? Was it true? Could it be?.... Later that night when you were up on the roof, you were waiting for Valek to arrive, there was so many things running through your mind about what Valek could want to explain to you, was it what you thought it was? A few minutes later, you hear him arrive and walk up to you. "Hello Y/N, you look even more beautiful than the day I first saw you.....Y/N? Are you ok?" "Yes, yes I'm fine Valek. Thank you that's very sweet of you to say"

You feel him stand infront of you and take your hands in his. "Y/N, I wished that I could have stayed with you this morning, and it breaks my heart that I couldn't be with you when you woke up. Y/N when I'm around you, I feel more wanted and cared for than I ever have before, you have truly changed my life. You have trusted me and been completely honest with me since the start, and I need to be honest with you too.....Y/N.....I....I need to tell you the truth....I'm really a...." "Your a vampire" Valek's eyes go wide with shock, how is this possible? "You...you know I'm a vampire? But...how?" "I didnt think it was true at first, but my suspicions were confirmed when we were in bed last night. I...I couldn't hear your heartbeat as you held me...it was the last piece of the puzzle" "But you haven't run away? Or left? Or asked me to leave? Why?" "Valek, I cant deny that knowing vampires exist is something that has completely stunned me, but just because you are one, doesn't change how I feel. It doesn't change how you have protected me, been there for me when I needed you and made me feel more loved and wanted than anyone ever has. Its something I want to learn more about, but you being a vampire isn't something that's going to frighten me away. I know what it's like to feel like noone wants to be around you because your diffrent. But that's not the case with you Valek, your my dark angel..." "And you are my treasure Y/N..." You feel his hand on your cheek as he gives you a sweet kiss, this kiss was so tender and full of emotion, you can tell how relaxed and releaved he was that you weren't frightened of him, and accepted him for who he was. "Y/N, I want to do something to show you how much you mean to me" "You don't have to Valek" "No Y/N, I do...now that you know the truth about me, I can tell you about the abilities I have"

"What do you mean abilities?" "I suppose you've already guessed that I have super human strength after what happened with the two guys that attacked you. But on top of that, I also have hypnosis, flight...and something else...but I'd rather show you..." He holds your face in his hands and gently presses against the skin of your temples, very close to the edge of your eyes. "Valek? What are you doing?" "Just trust me my treasure...close your eyes for me" You do as he says, and all of a sudden you feel this fuzzy and warm feeling wash over your eyes, it's strange but not uncomfortable. About a minute later, he moves his hands away, and your eyes are still closed. "Now my treasure....I want you to open your eyes....very slowly..." Doing as he said, you start to open your eyes, your confused as to why he wants you to do this. But that's when you realise what he's done...you can see! The first thing you see is the stars above you, finally you were able to see what you had dreamed of for so long. "Oh my god! I-I can see! This is incredible! I can see the stars! Oh wow they're beautiful! And I can see the lights of the street lamps! And the view! And-" You spin around in your excitement and thats when you face Valek properly for the first time.

You knew he was beautiful, but it seems that the water was only showing you a little of his beauty. You smile at him as you see his soft pink lips, his impressive physique, but it's his eyes that really get you. They are absolutely gorgeous, it looks like his eyes are made of diamonds and sapphires and they are glistening brighter than any star. "Valek your...Your more beautiful than the first moment I saw you in the rain" "And I never knew your natural eye colour was bright green, it's like your eyes are made of emeralds. I never knew you could get more beautiful, clearly I was wrong" "Valek, how were you able to let me see again?" "Its another one of my abilities, I have healing hands, as well as healing saliva. I wanted to give you back your freedom, you deserve it, and I hope that I can see you smile every night as you start to experience the world again. Starting with the stars tonight, and I think we're in luck. Look up"

You look into the sky, you can see all the millions of beautiful stars, but you see something else too, it's a shooting star.

"Oh Valek this is amazing, you've given me my life back. I...I love you" "I love you too Y/N, your my beautiful treasure" "And your my perfect dark angel" He gives you another sweet and tender kiss before he holds you in his arms, as he pulls you into his chest as you rest your head against his heart. You both look up at the stars, and enjoy the pure bliss of the moment together. You finaly had what you've always wanted, your freedom, your eyesight back and the love of the most wondeful man you could ever wish for.

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Unveiling the Wonders of DevOps: Exploring Benefits and Challenges in Simple Language

Hello tech enthusiasts! If you've ever been curious about DevOps and desire a clear breakdown of its advantages and drawbacks, you're in for a treat. Let's dive into the marvels and obstacles of DevOps using plain and simple language from The Best Devops Training Institute in Bangalore.

The Upsides: Embracing the Magic of DevOps

1. Swift Software Delivery:

The Marvel: DevOps functions like a magician's wand, hastening the pace of software development and delivery. Updates and features roll out faster, ensuring you stay agile in the ever-evolving tech landscape. I will highly recommend the best Devops Course in Bangalore.

Why It's Fantastic: Quick updates keep you relevant and adaptable in a fast-paced digital world.

2. Team Collaboration Triumphs:

The Marvel: In the DevOps universe, developers and operations teams become dynamic partners. No more working in isolation; they team up to eliminate obstacles and ensure a seamless flow of creativity and technical expertise.

Why It's Fantastic: Team synergy fosters innovation, leading to more robust and inventive software.

3. Reduced Glitches, Enhanced Stability:

The Marvel: Similar to a flawless spell, DevOps minimizes software glitches. It's a time-saver, making your software more dependable.

Why It's Fantastic: Spending less time troubleshooting issues means more time for creating exceptional software.

4. Automation Magic:

The Marvel: Just like a magical incantation, mundane tasks can be automated with DevOps. This translates to less time devoted to routine chores and more time for imaginative and impactful work.

Why It's Fantastic: Automation liberates you from the shackles of repetitive tasks, unleashing your creative potential.

5. Continuous Feedback Loop:

The Marvel: DevOps comes with a built-in oracle, offering insights into how changes impact the software. This continuous learning loop facilitates ongoing improvements.

Why It's Fantastic: Learning from every step ensures a software evolution that continually enhances.

6. Innovation Boost:

The Marvel: DevOps doesn't just deliver software; it fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Your software stays ahead with the latest and most exciting features.

Why It's Fantastic: Embracing innovation keeps your software at the forefront of the industry.

The Downsides: Navigating the Challenges of DevOps

1. Initial Learning Curve:

The Challenge: Implementing DevOps demands a shift in mindset and practices, leading to an initially steep learning curve.

Navigating It: Invest time in training and ensure everyone is on board to ease into the new DevOps culture.

2. Resource Intensive:

The Challenge: Adopting DevOps can require significant resources, from tools to skilled personnel.

Navigating It: Plan the transition carefully, allocate resources wisely, and consider gradual implementation.

3. Cultural Shift:

The Challenge: DevOps isn't just about tools; it's a cultural shift. Resistance to change can pose a stumbling block.

Navigating It: Communicate the benefits, involve the team in decision-making, and cultivate a collaborative culture.

4. Security Concerns:

The Challenge: The speed of DevOps can raise concerns about security lapses.

Navigating It: Integrate security measures into the DevOps pipeline and prioritize continuous security testing.

5. Tool Integration Complexity:

The Challenge: Integrating different tools in the DevOps toolchain can be complex.

Navigating It: Choose tools wisely, ensure compatibility, and provide training for seamless integration.

6. Continuous Monitoring and Maintenance:

The Challenge: DevOps requires continuous monitoring and maintenance, adding an ongoing responsibility.

Navigating It: Establish robust monitoring practices and allocate resources for ongoing maintenance.

Conclusion: Navigating the DevOps Journey

In the captivating realm of DevOps, the advantages are enchanting, offering speed, collaboration, and innovation. However, like any journey, challenges are present. The key lies in understanding and addressing these challenges, embracing the cultural shift, and crafting a DevOps strategy aligned with your team's goals. So, gear up, embrace the magic, and embark on a DevOps journey that transforms the way you create and deliver software!

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Azure Cloud Account: Unleashing the Potential of Cloud Computing

Dive into the world of Azure Cloud Account and witness the transformation of your cloud activities! Azure empowers individuals and organizations with cutting-edge capabilities to optimize cost efficiency, enhance security measures, achieve scalability, harness data insights, and streamline DevOps practices. Explore the possibilities and unlock the true potential of cloud computing with Azure. 💻☁️

Hey Tumblr community! Let's embark on an exciting journey into the realm of Azure Cloud Account, where possibilities are boundless and innovation knows no limits. Azure is here to revolutionize your cloud activities, offering a wealth of tools and features that can transform the way you leverage the power of the cloud.

🌟 Optimize Cost Efficiency: Discover how Azure's cost optimization options can help you maximize the value of your cloud investment. From Azure Cost Management and Billing to Azure Advisor, you'll gain insights into spending patterns and implement strategies to control costs effectively.

🛡️ Enhance Security Measures: Security is a top priority, and Azure takes it seriously. Explore the robust security features offered by Azure Security Center and learn how to safeguard your data and applications. Unleash the power of Just-in-Time VM Access to minimize potential risks and protect your cloud environment.

⚡ Achieve Scalability and Flexibility: Azure's scalability and flexibility enable you to meet dynamic demands efficiently. Dive into Azure Autoscale and witness how your resources automatically adjust based on workload patterns. Experience seamless performance during peak hours and cost savings during off-peak times.

🔍 Harness Data Insights: Azure offers an array of tools, such as Azure Synapse Analytics, to help you extract valuable insights from your data. Unleash the potential of data integration, analysis, and visualization to gain a deeper understanding of customer preferences, optimize processes, and make data-driven decisions.

🚀 Streamline DevOps Practices: Azure DevOps provides a comprehensive platform for agile application development and deployment. Embrace Azure DevOps Pipelines to automate the build, test, and release processes, accelerating your time to market and ensuring consistent quality across platforms.

Azure Cloud Account opens the doors to a world of innovation and digital transformation. Explore Azure's extensive documentation and engage with the vibrant Azure community for guidance and support. Let's embrace the power of Azure and revolutionize the way we leverage cloud computing.

Are you ready to witness the magic of Azure? Join the revolution and unleash the potential of Azure Cloud Account! 💻☁️

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How to Become a Full-Stack Developer? Beginner’s Guide

The journey to becoming a full-stack developer is very interesting and leads one to very bright paths of high salary jobs. Full-stack developers are the ones that work at both the front-end end (that is what the users see) and the back-end end (where all the server-side logic goes) of web applications. If you're someone new to the idea of becoming a full-stack developer, here's a step-by-step guide to help you get on your way.

1. Know the Fundamentals

Do not jump on any framework unless you are sure that you know the ins and outs of the fundamentals:

HTML & CSS: Structure them as well as style web pages.

JavaScript: It is the main language of web development.

Version Control (Git & GitHub): Crucial for collaboration and tracking any changes to the code.

2. Know Front-end Development

Most popular front-end technologies would include:

React.js, Angular, or Vue.js: Such frameworks are sufficient to develop dynamic user interfaces.

Responsive Design: Learn CSS such as Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS for mobile-friendly layout.

3. Start With Back-End Development

Choose a back-end language and framework:

Node.js (JavaScript): Whatever back-end you work with, this is probably safe for full-stack JavaScript developers.

Python (using Django/Flask): Very easy for newbies; extremely community-based.

Ruby on Rails or PHP: Other possible choices.

Learn SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB).

4. Learn about RESTful Services and APIs

APIs are connecting the front-end and back-end together. These include topics on:

REST API design

GraphQL (an alternative to REST)

Authentication (JWT, OAuth)

5. Get hands-on with the DevOps Essentials

Deploying applications is just as vital as coding them. Participate in:

Cloud platforms such as AWS, Heroku, or Firebase

Docker & CI/CD pipelines

6. Building Projects & Portfolio

Make use of your talent and bring out your magical powers in creating real-time projects:

To-Do App (Front-end + Back-end)

E-commerce Site (Full-stack along with payment integrated into it)

Blog Platform (User authentication + database)

7. Learning Always & Connecting

Read tech blogs, enroll for online certification courses, and contribute to some open-sourced project.

Join platforms for developers such as GitHub, StackOverflow, or Reddit.

Conclusion

It is indeed not an innate one-day talent but an effort over time to become sort of a full-stack developer. Keep working consistently, keep making projects, and keep in the loop with industry trends: Dedication will land you your dream job with no time!

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The Impact of Q-Commerce on Indian Online Grocery Purchasing

Imagine this: your hunger is growling, your fridge is empty, and it is eight in the morning. Your groceries arrive within ten minutes after you immediately open an app and place your order. That is Q-commerce's (Quick Commerce) magic, and it is revolutionizing the way we shop.

Such convenience seemed unthinkable only a few years ago. However, in urban India nowadays, lightning-fast grocery deliveries are the norm because to q-commerce.

📈 Q-Commerce Trends to Be Aware of

The Q-commerce market in India is projected to grow from $3 billion in 2024 to $12 billion in 2028..

More than 8 million users each month, growing 46% annually.

There is a tremendous competition among giants like Zepto, Blinkit, and Instamart to control this market.

Social media is very important; nowadays, Instagram and WhatsApp account for 40% of Q-commerce orders.

🛒 Why Consumers Love Q-Commerce

Speed & Convenience: The reason why customers adore Q-Commerce is its speed and convenience: 10-minute delivery is now considered standard.

Dark Stores: Quicker fulfillment is guaranteed by nearby warehouses.

24/7 Access: Cravings at midnight? No issue.

Real-Time Inventory: Real-time inventory allows you to always know what's available.

User Experience: Live order tracking, seamless app navigation, and immediate assistance.

 Assurance of Quality: Uncompromising fresh food.

Rewards: Rewards include subscriptions, loyalty plans, and discounts.

🚀 How to Launch Q-Commerce Apps using Naskay Technology

At Naskay Technology, we enable companies to capitalize on this rapidly evolving trend by:

Constructing cross-platform applications with lightning-fast functionality.

Creating a simple UI/UX that improves user interaction.

Ensuring that dark retailers have real-time inventory management.

Maximizing delivery, preventing fraud, and scaling smoothly with DevOps and AI tools.

🔮Concluding

Q-commerce is the future, not simply a fad. Now is the ideal moment to introduce your grocery delivery app since more customers are looking for speed and convenience. Allow Naskay Technology to collaborate with you to create a Q-commerce platform that is both high-performing and prepared for the future. Let me know if you'd like a visual structure for a post or video based on this too!

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Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine: Your Gateway to Cloud-Native Greatness

After spending over 8 years deep in the trenches of cloud engineering and DevOps, I can tell you one thing for sure: if you're serious about scalability, flexibility, and real cloud-native application deployment, Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) is where the magic happens.

Whether you’re new to Kubernetes or just exploring managed container platforms, getting started with Google Kubernetes Engine is one of the smartest moves you can make in your cloud journey.

"Containers are cool. Orchestrated containers? Game-changing."

🚀 What is Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)?

Google Kubernetes Engine is a fully managed Kubernetes platform that runs on top of Google Cloud. GKE simplifies deploying, managing, and scaling containerized apps using Kubernetes—without the overhead of maintaining the control plane.

Why is this a big deal?

Because Kubernetes is notoriously powerful and notoriously complex. With GKE, Google handles all the heavy lifting—from cluster provisioning to upgrades, logging, and security.

"GKE takes the complexity out of Kubernetes so you can focus on building, not babysitting clusters."

🧭 Why Start with GKE?

If you're a developer, DevOps engineer, or cloud architect looking to:

Deploy scalable apps across hybrid/multi-cloud

Automate CI/CD workflows

Optimize infrastructure with autoscaling & spot instances

Run stateless or stateful microservices seamlessly

Then GKE is your launchpad.

Here’s what makes GKE shine:

Auto-upgrades & auto-repair for your clusters

Built-in security with Shielded GKE Nodes and Binary Authorization

Deep integration with Google Cloud IAM, VPC, and Logging

Autopilot mode for hands-off resource management

Native support for Anthos, Istio, and service meshes

"With GKE, it's not about managing containers—it's about unlocking agility at scale."

🔧 Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine

Ready to dive in? Here's a simple flow to kick things off:

Set up your Google Cloud project

Enable Kubernetes Engine API

Install gcloud CLI and Kubernetes command-line tool (kubectl)

Create a GKE cluster via console or command line

Deploy your app using Kubernetes manifests or Helm

Monitor, scale, and manage using GKE dashboard, Cloud Monitoring, and Cloud Logging

If you're using GKE Autopilot, Google manages your node infrastructure automatically—so you only manage your apps.

“Don’t let infrastructure slow your growth. Let GKE scale as you scale.”

🔗 Must-Read Resources to Kickstart GKE

👉 GKE Quickstart Guide – Google Cloud

👉 Best Practices for GKE – Google Cloud

👉 Anthos and GKE Integration

👉 GKE Autopilot vs Standard Clusters

👉 Google Cloud Kubernetes Learning Path – NetCom Learning

🧠 Real-World GKE Success Stories

A FinTech startup used GKE Autopilot to run microservices with zero infrastructure overhead

A global media company scaled video streaming workloads across continents in hours

A university deployed its LMS using GKE and reduced downtime by 80% during peak exam seasons

"You don’t need a huge ops team to build a global app. You just need GKE."

🎯 Final Thoughts

Getting started with Google Kubernetes Engine is like unlocking a fast track to modern app delivery. Whether you're running 10 containers or 10,000, GKE gives you the tools, automation, and scale to do it right.

With Google Cloud’s ecosystem—from Cloud Build to Artifact Registry to operations suite—GKE is more than just Kubernetes. It’s your platform for innovation.

“Containers are the future. GKE is the now.”

So fire up your first cluster. Launch your app. And let GKE do the heavy lifting while you focus on what really matters—shipping great software.

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Back-End Development: A Complete Guide for Beginners in 2025

When you visit a website, everything you see—the layout, colors, text, and buttons—is the front end. But what happens when you log in, fill out a form, or make a payment? That’s where the back-end development magic begins.

In this complete guide, we’ll explore what back-end development is, why it’s crucial for the web, what technologies and skills you need, and how you can build a thriving career in this dynamic field. Whether you're a curious beginner or someone switching careers, this article has everything you need to know.

🚀 What is Back-End Development?

Back-end development refers to the server-side part of web development. It's everything that happens behind the scenes to make a website or app function properly—like servers, databases, application logic, and APIs.

Back-end development is all about how a website works rather than how it looks.

For example:

When you submit a login form, the back end checks your credentials in the database.

When you place an order online, the back end processes the order and stores the transaction.

⚙️ How Does Back-End Development Work?

The back end interacts with three key components:

Server – The machine that handles requests.

Database – Where data like user info and product listings are stored.

Application – The logic that ties it all together.

Here’s a simplified flow:

User clicks a button (front-end)

Front-end sends a request to the server

Back-end processes the request

Data is fetched from or saved to the database

Server sends a response back to the front-end

🧰 Core Technologies in Back-End Development

To become a back-end developer, you’ll need to learn these foundational tools and languages:

1. Programming Languages

LanguageUse CaseJavaScript (Node.js)Scalable server-side appsPythonFast prototyping, AI, APIsPHPWordPress and server scriptingRubyElegant, readable server-side codeJavaEnterprise-grade backend systemsC# (.NET)Enterprise, Windows-based applications

2. Databases

TypeExamplesRelationalMySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL ServerNoSQLMongoDB, CouchDB, Firebase

3. Frameworks

LanguageFrameworksJavaScriptExpress.js, Nest.jsPythonDjango, FlaskPHPLaravelRubyRuby on Rails

🌐 Back-End vs Front-End Development

FeatureFront-EndBack-EndFocusUser interface (UI/UX)Server logic and databaseLanguagesHTML, CSS, JSJS (Node), Python, PHP, JavaRuns OnBrowserServerPrimary ConcernDesign, interactivityLogic, data management, securityPopular ToolsReact, Vue, BootstrapDjango, Express.js, PostgreSQL

🧑‍💻 Roles & Responsibilities of a Back-End Developer

What does a back-end developer do?

Build APIs and server-side logic

Design and maintain databases

Secure user data and handle authentication

Ensure scalability and performance

Collaborate with front-end developers and DevOps teams

🛡️ Back-End and Security

Security is a core responsibility in back-end development.

Key areas include:

Data encryption

Secure APIs

Password hashing (bcrypt, Argon2)

Input validation

Authorization & Authentication (OAuth, JWT, etc.)

🧱 APIs and RESTful Architecture

APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are bridges between the front end and back end.

Back-end developers often design:

REST APIs using HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE)

GraphQL APIs for flexible data querying

WebSockets for real-time communication

🔗 Database Management and ORM

Databases are the heart of any application.

Back-end developers use SQL for structured queries and ORMs (Object Relational Mappers) like:

Sequelize (Node.js)

Prisma

SQLAlchemy (Python)

Eloquent (Laravel)

📦 Hosting and Deployment

Once the server code is ready, it needs to be hosted.

Popular options:

Cloud: AWS, Google Cloud, Azure

Containers: Docker, Kubernetes

Serverless: Vercel, Netlify, AWS Lambda

CI/CD pipelines like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and GitLab CI automate deployments.

🧠 Learning Path: How to Become a Back-End Developer

Here’s a structured roadmap:

Master a Programming Language – Start with Python or JavaScript (Node.js)

Understand the Internet and HTTP

Learn Databases – Start with MySQL or MongoDB

Build REST APIs

Practice Authentication & Security

Work with Real Projects

Use Git and GitHub

Explore DevOps Basics

Build a Portfolio with back-end apps

Contribute to Open Source

📊 Salary Insights and Job Opportunities (2025)

Back-end development is one of the most in-demand tech skills in 2025.CountryEntry-LevelMid-LevelSeniorIndia₹5–8 LPA₹10–20 LPA₹25+ LPAUSA$65K–$85K$90K–$120K$130K+UK£30K–£50K£55K–£75K£80K+

Common Job Titles:

Back-End Developer

Full-Stack Developer

API Engineer

Server-Side Developer

Cloud Functions Developer

💬 Real Developer Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “As a back-end developer, I love building things people don’t even realize they’re using. It’s like being a wizard behind the curtain.” — Neha R., Software Engineer

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ “Python and Django made it easy to get started. The logic is so clean and powerful.” — Mike T., Backend Developer

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Every startup needs someone who can build scalable back ends. It’s a career with massive growth potential.” — Ritika D., API Architect

🧠 Best Learning Resources (Free & Paid)

Free Platforms:

freeCodeCamp

MDN Web Docs

The Odin Project

Paid Options:

Udemy

"Node.js: The Complete Guide"

"Python & Django Bootcamp"

Coursera

"Back-End Development by Meta"

edX

Scrimba

📌 FAQs About Back-End Development

Q1. Do I need a degree to become a back-end developer?

A: No. Many successful developers are self-taught. Bootcamps and real-world projects matter more than degrees.

Q2. Which is better: back-end or front-end?

A: It depends on your interests. If you enjoy logic, data, and server operations—back-end is for you.

Q3. Is Node.js good for back-end?

A: Yes. Node.js is fast, efficient, and widely used for scalable server-side applications.

Q4. How long does it take to become job-ready?

A: With consistent learning, you can become a back-end developer in 6–12 months.

Q5. What is full-stack development?

A: Full-stack developers handle both front-end and back-end tasks. They’re skilled in end-to-end development.

Q6. What are the best languages for back-end development?

A: Python, JavaScript (Node.js), PHP, Java, and C# are top choices in 2025.

✨ Final Thoughts: Is Back-End Development Right for You?

If you love building logic, handling real-world data, working with APIs, and ensuring applications run smoothly—back-end development might be your ideal career path.

It’s a high-demand, well-paying, and technically rewarding field with endless opportunities for growth, especially with cloud computing, AI, and big data booming.

Whether you dream of joining a tech giant or launching your own SaaS app, mastering back-end development opens the door to some of the most impactful tech roles of the future.

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Best Practices for Secure CI/CD Pipelines

🔒 Best Practices for Secure CI/CD Pipelines

In a world where software is built and deployed faster than ever, CI/CD pipelines have become the engine room of modern development. But with speed comes risk. If not properly secured, your CI/CD pipeline can become a prime target for attackers looking to inject malicious code, access secrets, or hijack production systems.

Here are essential best practices to help you secure your CI/CD pipelines without slowing down your delivery.

1. 🔑 Protect Your Secrets

Secrets (API keys, tokens, passwords) are gold for attackers.

Use secret managers like HashiCorp Vault, AWS Secrets Manager, or GitHub Actions’ built-in secrets.

Never store secrets in code, config files, or environment variables in plaintext.

Rotate secrets regularly and audit access.

2. 👤 Enforce Least Privilege Access

Only give users, services, and tools the permissions they absolutely need.

Use role-based access control (RBAC).

Ensure build agents only have access to the environments they work with.

Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all CI/CD platform access.

3. 🧪 Shift Security Left

Start security checks as early in the development process as possible.

Integrate static application security testing (SAST) tools in the coding phase.

Run automated scans for known vulnerabilities in dependencies (Software Composition Analysis).

Train devs on secure coding practices and threat modeling.

4. 🧱 Harden Your CI/CD Infrastructure

Your pipeline tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) must be treated like production systems.

Keep your CI/CD tooling up to date with the latest patches.

Isolate runners/build agents in secure environments (e.g., ephemeral containers).

Disable unused plugins or integrations.

5. 🚫 Scan and Block Malicious Code

Catch potential threats before they ship.

Set up pre-commit and pre-push hooks to run code checks.

Block deployments on failed security scans or test failures.

Use DAST (Dynamic App Security Testing) in staging environments.

6. 🧼 Verify Artifact Integrity

Ensure that what you build is what you deploy.

Sign artifacts with cryptographic hashes or digital signatures.

Use immutable artifact repositories like Artifactory or Nexus.

Validate artifact signatures before deployment.

7. 🔍 Audit Everything

Visibility is key to security.

Log all actions in the CI/CD pipeline, including builds, approvals, and deployments.

Use centralized logging and monitoring tools.

Regularly review logs and set up alerts for suspicious activity.

8. 📦 Secure the Supply Chain

Supply chain attacks are rising. Don’t let your dependencies be your weakest link.

Pin dependency versions and verify package integrity.

Use tools like Snyk, Dependabot, or OWASP Dependency-Check.

Adopt SBOMs (Software Bill of Materials) for transparency.

9. ✅ Implement Manual Approvals for Sensitive Deployments

Automation is powerful — but for critical systems, a human in the loop adds an extra layer of protection.

Require approvals for production pushes.

Use change management and ticketing systems to track decisions.

10. ♻️ Continuously Improve Security Posture

CI/CD security isn’t “set and forget.”

Perform regular security reviews and red team exercises.

Stay updated on CI/CD security trends and vulnerabilities.

Build a culture of DevSecOps — where devs, ops, and security work together.

Final Thoughts

A fast CI/CD pipeline is awesome. But a fast and secure pipeline? That’s where the real magic happens. By embedding these best practices into your workflow, you’re not just delivering features — you’re delivering them with confidence.

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Full Stack Web Development Coaching at Gritty Tech

Introduction to Full Stack Web Development

Full stack web development is the backbone of the digital world. It refers to the practice of developing both the front-end (client-side) and back-end (server-side) portions of web applications. A full stack developer is equipped with a broad set of skills that enable them to design, build, and maintain fully functioning web solutions. In today’s technology-driven era, businesses of all sizes require versatile developers who can handle a variety of tasks. That’s why full stack development skills are in incredibly high demand For More…

Why Choose Gritty Tech for Full Stack Web Development Coaching?

Gritty Tech stands out as a leading provider of full stack web development coaching. Our program is designed for absolute beginners, intermediates, and even professionals seeking to upgrade their skills. We provide hands-on training with real-world projects, personal mentorship, and the latest tools and technologies in the field.

At Gritty Tech, our mission is to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Students not only learn to code but also understand how to architect scalable applications, work collaboratively in teams, and navigate the fast-paced world of tech.

What You Will Learn at Gritty Tech

1. Front-End Development

The front end of a website or application is what users interact with. At Gritty Tech, we teach students how to build stunning, responsive, and highly interactive user interfaces.

HTML5 and CSS3: Students master the foundation of web development by learning semantic HTML and styling with modern CSS techniques.

JavaScript (ES6+): Our curriculum covers core JavaScript concepts including variables, functions, loops, promises, and event handling.

Frameworks and Libraries: Students dive into React.js to build dynamic single-page applications (SPAs), and also get familiar with tools like Bootstrap and TailwindCSS for faster UI development.

Version Control: Git and GitHub are integrated into daily lessons to prepare students for collaborative coding environments.

2. Back-End Development

The back end is where the real magic happens. Gritty Tech’s coaching ensures students can build and maintain server-side logic, databases, and APIs.

Node.js and Express.js: Students learn how to create fast and scalable server-side applications.

Databases: Hands-on experience with both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB) is provided.

Authentication and Authorization: Students learn how to secure applications using JWT, OAuth, and session-based authentication.

RESTful APIs and GraphQL: Students are taught how to design, develop, and consume APIs that follow industry standards.

3. DevOps and Deployment

Deployment is a crucial part of development that often gets overlooked. At Gritty Tech, we ensure students know how to get their applications live.

Cloud Platforms: Training on platforms like AWS, Heroku, and Vercel.

Docker Basics: Understanding containerization to build, ship, and run applications seamlessly.

CI/CD Pipelines: Students learn the basics of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment to streamline project updates.

4. Soft Skills and Career Coaching

Technical skills alone aren't enough. Gritty Tech coaches students in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and job preparation.

Resume and Portfolio Building: We guide students in creating standout tech resumes and robust portfolios.

Mock Interviews: Regular mock technical and behavioral interviews prepare students for real-world job opportunities.

Networking Tips: Strategies to grow professional connections within the tech community.

Gritty Tech's Unique Approach to Full Stack Web Development Coaching

Project-Based Learning

Our approach is learning by doing. Students work on multiple projects throughout the course, culminating in a capstone project that demonstrates their full stack abilities. These projects mimic real-world business scenarios and equip students to showcase tangible results to future employers.

Mentorship and 1-on-1 Support

Each student at Gritty Tech is paired with a mentor who provides personalized guidance, career advice, and technical support. Mentors are experienced developers working in top tech companies who bring industry insights to the table.

Up-to-Date Curriculum

Technology evolves rapidly, and so does our curriculum. We continually update our materials to include the latest frameworks, tools, and best practices in the industry. This ensures that students are job-ready upon completion of the program.

Community and Peer Learning

Students at Gritty Tech are part of a thriving community. Weekly coding challenges, hackathons, and group projects encourage collaboration and foster a supportive learning environment.

Flexible Learning Options

Gritty Tech offers both full-time and part-time coaching programs to accommodate different schedules. Whether you’re a college student, a working professional, or someone looking for a career switch, we have a path for you.

Real Success Stories

Graduates from Gritty Tech have gone on to work at companies like Google, Amazon, Facebook, and various startups. Our alumni consistently praise the program for its practical focus, excellent mentorship, and supportive environment. Success stories range from complete beginners landing their first junior developer job to seasoned professionals pivoting into tech leadership roles.

Curriculum Breakdown

Module 1: Introduction to Web Development

History of the web

Overview of front-end vs back-end

Setting up a development environment

Module 2: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Basics

HTML semantic elements

CSS Grid and Flexbox

DOM manipulation with JavaScript

Module 3: Advanced Front-End Development

React.js fundamentals

State management with Redux

Testing with Jest and React Testing Library

Module 4: Back-End Development and APIs

Building REST APIs with Express

CRUD operations with MongoDB

Authentication strategies

Module 5: Advanced Back-End Development

GraphQL API development

Websockets and real-time applications

Performance optimization

Module 6: Deployment and DevOps

Deploying to Heroku and AWS

Docker introduction

CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions

Module 7: Capstone Project

Planning and architecting a full stack application

Development sprints

Final project presentations

Technologies Covered

Front-End: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), React, Redux, TailwindCSS, Bootstrap

Back-End: Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, GraphQL

Tools: Git, GitHub, Docker, AWS, Heroku, Vercel

Testing: Jest, Mocha, Chai

FAQs About Gritty Tech's Full Stack Web Development Coaching

Who is this course for? Anyone passionate about technology! Whether you're a beginner, an entrepreneur, or a professional seeking a career change, Gritty Tech's coaching is ideal.

Do I need prior coding experience? No prior experience is needed. We start from the basics and progressively build up to advanced concepts.

What kind of support will I receive? Students receive unlimited mentorship, access to a community forum, weekly live sessions, and career coaching support.

How long is the program? Our full-time program runs for 16 weeks, and part-time options extend up to 24 weeks.

What happens after I finish? Graduates are equipped to land roles such as Front-End Developer, Back-End Developer, Full Stack Developer, and even specialize further into DevOps or Cloud Engineering.

Conclusion: Launch Your Tech Career with Gritty Tech

Becoming a full stack web developer is one of the most rewarding career moves you can make today. With Gritty Tech's comprehensive coaching program, expert mentorship, and project-based learning, you won't just learn to code — you'll learn to think, build, and grow like a real-world developer.

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💼 The 5 Paid Subscriptions I Actually Use in 2025 as a Staff Software Engineer

Let’s be honest — subscription fatigue is real. With everything from newsletters to toothbrushes asking for a monthly fee, it’s easy to feel like your wallet is bleeding through a thousand microtransactions. 🩸 As a Staff Software Engineer with over a decade in the tech world, I’ve subscribed to more tools, apps, and services than I care to admit — many of which were just okay. But a few? Game-changers. 🚀 So today, I’m pulling back the curtain on the 5 paid subscriptions I actually use in 2025, and more importantly, why I keep paying for them month after month. These tools save me time, streamline my workflow, and even help with my mental clarity. Whether you're a junior developer climbing the ranks or already leading engineering teams, this list might just become your new productivity toolkit. 🧠 1. Raycast Pro – $8/month The spotlight replacement that runs my desktop. Raycast has been my go-to productivity launcher for a couple of years now, but in 2025, their Pro tier has completely won me over. Why I use it daily: Superfast file search 🔍 Snippets for code, email templates, and CLI commands AI-powered commands (built-in GPT-4 Turbo) Custom scripts (Python, JS, Bash – you name it) Deep integrations with GitHub, Jira, Notion, Linear, and more As a Staff Engineer, my day flips between code reviews, design docs, debugging, and mentoring. Raycast Pro brings everything under my fingertips, cutting through context switches like a hot knife through butter 🔪🧈. Favorite Feature: I built a custom Raycast command that fetches open PRs across my org and even summarizes them using GPT — talk about dev superpowers. ⚡ Verdict: ✅ Totally worth $8/month for power users. 🔗 https://raycast.com/ 📁 2. Notion Plus – $10/month My second brain for everything personal and professional. Some engineers live in Obsidian or Evernote — I’m a Notion evangelist. While the free version is excellent, the Plus plan unlocks the real magic if you're working with teams or building advanced systems. Why it’s essential: Personal and team wikis Engineering architecture docs Career journaling & 1:1 prep Goal tracking & habit dashboards AI assistant for writing & summarizing In 2025, Notion’s AI has gotten seriously good. I use it to refactor messy meeting notes, summarize long engineering retros, and even brainstorm architecture trade-offs before I put pen to paper. ✍️🧠 Pro Tip: I maintain a “Staff Engineer Hub” inside Notion that links to my project artifacts, strategy docs, incident postmortems, and mentorship logs — one of the best ways I track my impact across teams. Verdict: 💯 Can’t live without it. 🔗 https://www.notion.so/ 💬 3. ChatGPT Plus – $20/month Your always-available pair programmer, meeting assistant, and technical buddy. Look — I’m not just writing this because this article is hosted on ChatGPT. I genuinely use the Pro version of ChatGPT (powered by GPT-4 Turbo) every single day. And no, I don’t believe AI is replacing engineers — but it's definitely leveling us up. 🚀 Here’s how I use ChatGPT Plus: Break down unfamiliar codebases (especially in onboarding) Summarize technical design proposals Draft PR descriptions and commit messages Prototype scripts or utilities Brainstorm team strategy or OKRs Generate interview questions for hiring panels 2025's GPT-4 Turbo is blazing fast, context-aware, and can now access custom GPTs — I have one that simulates a “DevOps mentor” I can ask about AWS and Terraform at 2am 😅 Is it perfect? No. It occasionally hallucinates, and I always verify its output — but it's like having an insanely smart junior dev by your side at all times. Verdict: 🧠 If you write code, docs, or even just emails — it’s a must-have. 🔗 https://chat.openai.com/ 🧘 4. Headspace – $12.99/month Because engineers need mental health too. Let’s take a break from tech tools and talk about something more important: our minds. The transition to Staff Engineer isn’t just technical — it’s deeply human.

Between cross-functional communication, driving influence without authority, and mentoring others, I’ve had days where my brain felt like a 200-tab Chrome window. 🧠🔥 Headspace has helped me slow down, focus, and breathe. How I use it: Morning focus meditations before deep work sessions Sleepcasts after late-night deployments Anxiety relief exercises before big presentations 5-minute mini-breaks between back-to-back meetings I originally thought meditation apps were “woo-woo,” but after a particularly tough quarter, I gave it a shot. Three years later, I consider it part of my engineering toolkit. Verdict: 🧘‍♂️ It’s cheaper than therapy and sometimes just as effective. 🔗 https://www.headspace.com/ 📚 5. O’Reilly Learning Platform – $49/month (covered by work) Still the gold standard for deep, technical learning. We’ve all bought 200-page PDFs from obscure newsletters, but when I need reliable, deep, up-to-date technical knowledge, I go to O'Reilly. Why I love it: Full access to industry-standard books and videos Hands-on coding environments (for Rust, Go, Kubernetes, etc.) Live online training and certifications Sandboxes for AWS, GCP, and Azure Proven content from actual experts, not AI-generated fluff As a Staff Engineer, staying current matters. Whether I’m leading a system redesign or exploring a new architecture pattern (hello, event-driven microservices), O’Reilly is my go-to. Bonus: Most companies will reimburse or directly provide access to this platform. If yours doesn’t — ask for it during performance reviews or L&D discussions. Verdict: 📚 Essential for any serious technologist. 🔗 https://www.oreilly.com/ 💭 Honorable Mentions Here are a few other paid tools that didn’t make the top 5 but are still solid: 1Password Teams – $7.99/month: Best password manager for work & personal GitHub Copilot – $10/month: Useful, but I use ChatGPT more Grammarly Premium – $12/month: For PRs and tech blog clarity Linear (Pro) – $8/month: Fastest issue tracker in existence Tailscale – $10/month: Zero-config VPN and private networking 🎯 Final Thoughts: Don’t Pay for Tools — Pay for Leverage It’s easy to get distracted by the shiny new thing. But here’s my philosophy: "If a tool helps me think better, work faster, or sleep more peacefully — it's worth every penny." As a Staff Engineer, your job is no longer just about pushing code. It’s about scaling yourself: your knowledge, your influence, your communication, and your decision-making. The subscriptions I pay for help me do exactly that. So if you’re on the fence about paying $5, $10, or even $50 a month — ask yourself this: Would you pay that much for 5 extra hours of focused output? For a calmer mind? For better code? Because I would. And I do. 👋 Over to You! Are you a developer or tech lead with favorite tools that make your life easier? Drop a comment or DM me on LinkedIn — I’d love to trade tool stacks. 📲 Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/webcodder 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@web_codder 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/web_codder_official

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AI-Powered Development: Boosting Productivity for Coders and Testers

The software development landscape is undergoing a radical transformation, driven by artificial intelligence (AI). From automating repetitive coding tasks to enhancing test coverage, AI is reshaping how developers and testers work—making them faster, more efficient, and more innovative.

But what does AI-powered development really mean? How can coders and testers leverage AI to maximize productivity? And what are the risks and challenges?

In this deep dive, we’ll explore how AI is revolutionizing software development, the tools leading the charge, and best practices for integrating AI into your workflow.

1. How AI is Transforming Coding

a) AI-Assisted Code Generation

Tools like GitHub Copilot, Amazon CodeWhisperer, and Tabnine use large language models (LLMs) to suggest code snippets, complete functions, and even generate entire modules based on natural language prompts.

Pros:

Reduces boilerplate code writing.

Speeds up prototyping.

Helps junior developers learn best practices.

Cons:

May produce insecure or inefficient code.

Over-reliance can hinder deep understanding.

b) AI-Powered Debugging & Optimization

AI can analyze code for bugs, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities. Tools like DeepCode (now Snyk Code) and SonarQube use machine learning to detect anomalies.

Example:

AI can predict memory leaks in C++ or race conditions in multi-threaded applications.

c) Natural Language to Code

With models like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini, developers can describe what they need in plain English, and the AI generates executable code.

Use Case:

A developer asks, "Create a Python function to fetch stock prices using Yahoo Finance API," and the AI writes the code.

2. AI in Software Testing: Smarter, Faster, More Reliable

a) Automated Test Case Generation

AI tools like Testim, Applitools, and Mabl can:

Auto-generate test cases based on user behavior.

Identify edge cases humans might miss.

Self-heal tests when UI elements change.

b) Visual & Regression Testing

AI-powered visual testing tools (e.g., Percy, Applitools) compare screenshots pixel-by-pixel to detect UI bugs.

Example:

If a button moves 2 pixels to the right, AI flags it—even if functional tests pass.

c) Predictive Test Selection

Instead of running all tests, AI predicts which tests are most likely to fail based on code changes (used by Google’s CI system).

3. The Future: AI-Driven DevOps & MLOps

AI is not just helping with coding and testing—it’s optimizing the entire software lifecycle:

AI in CI/CD Pipelines:

Auto-trigger builds based on risk assessment.

Optimize test suites to reduce execution time.

AI in Incident Management:

Tools like PagerDuty use AI to correlate logs and predict outages.

4. Challenges & Ethical Considerations

While AI boosts productivity, it comes with risks:

Bias in AI Models:

If trained on flawed code, AI may propagate bad practices.

Security Risks:

AI-generated code could introduce vulnerabilities.

Job Impact:

Will AI replace developers? Unlikely—but it will change their roles.

5. Best Practices for Adopting AI in Development

Use AI as a Pair Programmer, Not a Replacement – Review AI-generated code critically.

Focus on Upskilling – Learn how AI works to better control its outputs.

Combine AI with Traditional Testing – Don’t rely solely on AI for test coverage.

Monitor AI’s Impact – Track productivity gains vs. risks.

Conclusion

AI-powered development is not a distant future—it’s here. Developers and testers who embrace AI tools will see massive productivity gains, while those who ignore them risk falling behind.

However, AI is a tool, not a magic wand. The best outcomes come from combining AI’s speed with human expertise—leading to faster, smarter, and more reliable software development.

Are you already using AI in your API testing workflow? Share your experiences in the comments! Or connect with a leading AI automation testing company to explore how AI-powered testing solutions can elevate your API quality. Reach out today!

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AI is not a juggernaut. It is a complex tapestry of algorithms, data structures, and computational processes. The allure of artificial intelligence as a panacea is a misconception, a mirage in the desert of technological advancement.

At its core, AI operates on the principles of machine learning, neural networks, and deep learning architectures. These systems are not omnipotent; they are constrained by the data they ingest and the parameters set by their human architects. The notion that AI can autonomously solve any problem is akin to expecting a single-threaded processor to handle a multi-threaded application without bottlenecks.

Consider the intricacies of a convolutional neural network (CNN). It excels at image recognition, yet its prowess is limited to the domain it was trained on. Transfer learning attempts to bridge this gap, but it is not infallible. The weights and biases of a CNN are finely tuned to specific datasets, and when faced with unfamiliar data, the network can falter, much like a finely-tuned engine sputtering on the wrong fuel.

Moreover, AI’s decision-making processes are not transparent. The black-box nature of deep learning models poses significant challenges in interpretability. Explainable AI (XAI) seeks to demystify these processes, yet it is not a silver bullet. The complexity of these models often defies simple human understanding, much like trying to decipher the inner workings of a quantum computer with classical logic.

AI’s limitations are further compounded by its reliance on vast amounts of data. Data is the lifeblood of AI, yet it is also its Achilles’ heel. Biases in training data can propagate through models, leading to skewed outcomes. Data preprocessing and augmentation techniques can mitigate these issues, but they cannot eliminate them entirely. The garbage-in, garbage-out principle remains a fundamental truth.

In the realm of software engineering, AI is a tool, not a solution. It is a component in a larger system, akin to a microservice in a distributed architecture. It requires orchestration, integration, and continuous monitoring. DevOps practices must evolve to accommodate the unique challenges of deploying AI models, from model drift to version control of model parameters.

AI is not a juggernaut. It is a sophisticated, yet imperfect, construct. It demands rigorous scrutiny, ethical considerations, and a deep understanding of its limitations. As we navigate the complexities of AI, we must remember that it is not a magic bullet, but a tool that requires careful wielding.