Hi, I'm Joshua Pack
I like to build things, usually with code, but sometimes with a microphone or a keyboard. As a gamer, a family man with a wife and kids, and the owner of Hightek Designs, I balance my time between client projects and my own creative ventures.
Latest Posts
When AI Builds Everything, What Happens to the Craft of Code?
/Tech, Programming, Blog
As AI transforms software development, how do we maintain the craft of coding? Explore the balance between automation, burnout, and the joy of manual creation.
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Adding Comments to an Astro Blog: Why I Chose Self-Hosted Artalk
Learn why I chose Artalk for my Astro blog. Discover how this self-hosted, lightweight, and privacy-focused comment system keeps my static site fast and secure.
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The Subscription System I Didn’t Build
I considered building a custom email subscription service but chose Patreon instead. Learn why I opted for simplicity over reinventing the wheel.
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How to Set Up Local HTTPS with Caddy and Cloudflare DNS
Learn how to set up local HTTPS for your home network services using Caddy and Cloudflare DNS. Get trusted SSL certificates without exposing ports to the internet.
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How I Host and Deploy My Astro Site for $0 on Cloudflare
Learn how to host and deploy your Astro static site for free using Cloudflare. Streamline your development workflow with this simple, reliable, and fast guide.
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