What makes a password stronger?
A practical guide to length, randomness, and choosing a password you do not have to remember.
Notes from the nest
Good ideas for
everyday work.
Short guides, handy tips, and a few ways to make your time online work a little better.
8 articles never more than 20Make writing easier to scan
A few small edits can help readers find the point without changing what you mean.
When should you format JSON?
Readable JSON makes a useful difference when you are checking data or tracking down a bug.
How to make a clean URL slug
Turn a page title into a short, readable URL that people can understand and share.
URL encoding, in plain English
Why links sometimes contain percent signs, and when encoding a URL is useful.
Word counts are a guide, not a goal
Use a word count to shape a draft without letting a number replace a clear idea.
Base64 is not encryption
Base64 changes how data is represented. It does not make private information safe.
Keep small tasks small
A quick tool can remove a little friction, so you can get back to the work that matters.