Skip to content
Jim HopeJim Hope
  • Home
  • Get in Touch
  • Useful Tools
  • Links
Jim HopeJim Hope
  • Flat-File Freedom: Why I Moved to Grav CMS
    Hardware | Ubiquiti

    Flat-File Freedom: Why I Moved to Grav CMS

    ByJim 24 November 20246 February 2025

    As a web developer, well not a web developer as such more a guy who runs websites, I’m always on the lookout for tools and technologies that can streamline my workflow and improve the performance of the websites I manage. Recently, I’ve made the decision to migrate a couple of my WordPress-powered sites (Jabi &…

    Read More Flat-File Freedom: Why I Moved to Grav CMSContinue

  • Apple's New Mac Mini: A Game-Changer in the Small Form Factor Computer Market
    Apple | Hardware

    Apple's New Mac Mini: A Game-Changer in the Small Form Factor Computer Market

    ByJim 17 November 20246 February 2025

    Apple recently release some new mac featuring the latest Apple Silicone SoC, The Apple M4. With this range of upgraded produced, Apple has once again raised the bar. The product that stands out the most to me though is the Mac Mini. This compact powerhouse is designed to deliver incredible performance in a tiny package,…

    Read More Apple's New Mac Mini: A Game-Changer in the Small Form Factor Computer MarketContinue

  • Embracing the Fediverse
    Self Hosted | Social Media

    Embracing the Fediverse

    ByJim 10 November 20246 February 2025

    Bye-Bye Social Media: Why I’ve Ditched the Mainstream Remember when social media was a fun place to connect with friends and share updates? Those days seem long gone. For me, the allure of endless scrolling and constant notifications has faded, leaving me with a growing sense of disconnect and dissatisfaction. As a busy parent and…

    Read More Embracing the FediverseContinue

  • We Went Car Shopping
    Motoring | Shopping

    We Went Car Shopping

    ByJim 3 November 20246 February 2025

    If you remember, we’ve been on the lookout for a new car, and for a couple of very good reasons. Our trusty Qashqai, while beloved, has started feeling a bit snug for our growing family. Plus, the maintenance costs have begun to weigh us down. After the recent MOT, the repair list was daunting and…

    Read More We Went Car ShoppingContinue

  • Live Broadcasting with a twist
    Broadcasting | Streaming

    Live Broadcasting with a twist

    ByJim 27 October 20246 February 2025

    Radio Revolution: Tune in to your music, your way! 🎧  Imagine a radio station that plays exactly what you want to hear! No more flipping through channels, no more hoping your favourite song will come on. This isn’t just a dream, it’s a revolutionary idea that could change the way we listen to music forever! Think of…

    Read More Live Broadcasting with a twistContinue

  • What would you do with ÂŁ25,000 for your business?
    Business | Funding | Shopping

    What would you do with ÂŁ25,000 for your business?

    ByJim 20 October 20246 February 2025

    Simply Business: Empowering Dreams with the Business Boost Grant  Since 2020, Simply Business has been a beacon of hope for small businesses across the UK, offering nearly ÂŁ100,000 in grants through their Business Boost initiative. This annual competition provides a ÂŁ25,000 grant to one deserving entrepreneur, giving them the financial support needed to kickstart their…

    Read More What would you do with ÂŁ25,000 for your business?Continue

  • No Budget Theatre lighting Rig
    Hardware | Rigging for Events | Shopping

    No Budget Theatre lighting Rig

    ByJim 13 October 20246 February 2025

    It’s been a few years but one thought still pop in my head from time to time. What upgrades would I make to my old theatre if I had an unlimited budget. Not very useful in real life but a nice fun thought exercise. As this is kind of my ultimate Theatre Lighting Rig I’m…

    Read More No Budget Theatre lighting RigContinue

  • Redesign my Smart Home with Thread Devices
    Smart Home

    Redesign my Smart Home with Thread Devices

    ByJim 6 October 20246 February 2025

    If you’re new to the world of smart homes, or you’ve delved head first into the rabbit hole, you might have come across terms like “Matter” and “Thread.” These are not just buzzwords; they represent the next big leap in smart home technology. I thought it was a bout time I have a look at…

    Read More Redesign my Smart Home with Thread DevicesContinue

  • Middle Things!: Filling the gap left by Blackmagic Design
    Broadcasting | Hardware | Streaming

    Middle Things!: Filling the gap left by Blackmagic Design

    ByJim 29 September 20246 February 2025

    Before diving into this week’s post, I have to apologize for missing last week’s update. We had an amazing time at Butlins, and although I couldn’t find a moment to write, the kids had a blast, and Blake absolutely loved his first swimming experience! Now, onto something super exciting! Since returning from our mini holiday,…

    Read More Middle Things!: Filling the gap left by Blackmagic DesignContinue

  • My Home Lab
    DIY | Hardware | Learning | Open Source | Self Hosted | Software

    My Home Lab

    ByJim 15 September 20246 February 2025

    In the not-so-distant past of 2022, I penned a piece on the art of configuring CloudFlare Tunnels. Fancy a peek? The post is just a scroll away. Ever since, I’ve been riding the CloudFlare tunnel wave, using it for everything from my home lab shenanigans to getting websites up and running. It’s been quite the…

    Read More My Home LabContinue

Page navigation

Previous PagePrevious 1 … 4 5 6 7 8 … 20 Next PageNext
  • Gravatar
Scroll to top
  • Home
  • Get in Touch
  • Useful Tools
  • Links