Tag Archives: Cloud Computing

Re-Evaluating the Cloud

Posted on January 10, 2024 by way0utwest

Last year 37 Signals (makers of Basecamp and Hey)  announced they were leaving the cloud. I wrote about the decision, and wondered if they’d look back at this as a great decision or one they’d regret and backtrack to the … Continue reading →

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Ten Database Commandments

Posted on November 20, 2023 by way0utwest

I love the Notorious B.I.G. His music isn’t for everyone, but I enjoy it. This piece takes one of his songs (NSFW – Ten Crack Commandments) and applies the list to databases. Each item from the song is listed, along … Continue reading →

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Flexing for the Cloud

Posted on September 20, 2023 by way0utwest

Many of us in technology regularly experiment with new tools and technology. We often do this to adopt new skills when we need to solve a problem or we have inherited some code that needs enhancement. The cloud is in … Continue reading →

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The Cost of the Cloud

Posted on February 15, 2023 by way0utwest

Basecamp (formerly 37 Signals) is quitting the cloud. One of the founders gives some reasons, and he had some detail in a tweet on what they’ve spent in the cloud the last few years. Over USD$3mm on various services, though … Continue reading →

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