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Docker Build Cache Ate 180 GB — Here's How to Get Them Back →
Docker's build cache accumulates silently inside WSL2's VHDX virtual disk — and Windows never reclaims that space on its own. Here is the full fix: three common steps, then one compaction method that depends on whether you have local admin rights.
November 2, 2026
ripgrep — The Search Tool That Changed My WSL2 Workflow →
Discover ripgrep, the blazingly fast grep alternative written in Rust. Installation on Ubuntu/WSL2, ZSH configuration, practical shell functions, and real-world use cases that will transform how you search code every day.
July 6, 2026
Windows Terminal - Adding a SSH profile →
Adding a SSH profile to Windows Terminal to quickly connect to your servers without typing the full SSH command each time.
January 19, 2026
Windows Terminal - Split Panes →
Learn how to split panes in Windows Terminal for efficient multitasking; shortcuts, configuration tips, and workflow examples.
January 12, 2026
Use a background image in your Windows Terminal console →
Customize your Windows Terminal! Follow this simple, step-by-step guide to set a cool background image in your console and ditch the old, boring black screen.
April 24, 2025
SSH - Autosuggestions with ZSH →
Get instant SSH autosuggestions in ZSH. Learn to install the zsh-ssh-config-suggestions plugin and display all your ~/.ssh/config aliases with a simple TAB press.
February 13, 2025
Git - Some tips for your .gitconfig file →
Customize your Git workflow with essential ~/.gitconfig file tips. Learn to create a git undo alias, manage remote branches, handle credentials, and enforce SSH.
September 11, 2024
Ubuntu - Install from scratch →
Install Ubuntu Desktop 24.04 from scratch with this easy, step-by-step guide. Learn how to turn off Bitlocker, create a bootable USB, and solve the NVIDIA driver installation bug.
May 20, 2024
Windows Terminal →
A complete guide to Windows Terminal. Discover how to install, customize profiles, use backgrounds, and configure settings for WSL, Docker, and multi-tab startup actions.
April 1, 2024
Autosuggestions in the console using ZSH →
Boost your ZSH console efficiency. Install the zsh-autosuggestions plugin easily and get intelligent command suggestions from your history as you type.
March 29, 2024
Syntax highlighting in the console using ZSH →
Enhance your Zsh console with syntax highlighting! See commands turn green (valid) or red (invalid) as you type. Quick installation guide for zsh-syntax-highlighting.
March 29, 2024
How to install Oh-My-ZSH →
Install Zsh and Oh-My-ZSH easily! Learn to power up your Linux terminal with the Powerlevel10k theme, custom functions like take, and essential daily-use features.
March 28, 2024
Customize your Linux prompt with Powerlevel10k →
Test and customize the Powerlevel10k Zsh theme for your Linux or WSL prompt in a safe Docker sandbox environment before committing to a full installation.
December 31, 2023
Starting the default associated Windows program on WSL →
Learn the simple command to open files like PDFs and HTML from your WSL Linux console using their default Windows application - powershell.exe.
December 27, 2023
Create your Joomla website using Docker - Part 1 →
Learn how to quickly set up your Joomla website locally using Docker. This step-by-step guide covers Docker Compose, database configuration (MySQL/MariaDB), and running your services.
December 22, 2023
Using volumes with Docker, use cases →
Master Docker volumes to stop losing data! Explore Docker-managed volumes, mounted volumes, and real-world use cases for container data persistence.
November 22, 2023
Move WSL to another location →
Running low on C drive space? Follow this step-by-step guide to safely move your WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux) distribution and Docker data to a new drive location using the wsl --export and wsl --import commands.
November 3, 2023
Open your Linux folder in Windows Explorer →
Access your Linux files in Windows Explorer! Learn the simple command to open your current WSL folder and how to quickly fix the "wsl.localhost is not accessible" error.
November 3, 2023
The easiest way to run a PHP script / website →
The easiest way to run a standard PHP script or website instantly using Docker. Just one docker run command and your code is live for quick testing.
November 2, 2023
Opening an RDP connection to the Linux local instance →
Learn how to open an RDP connection to your WSLg Linux instance (Ubuntu) for a full graphical desktop environment. Follow this step-by-step guide to installing and configuring xrdp.
November 2, 2023