Archive - JK’s Blog

Set up OAuth in your React app with Go and Gin

Using OAuth in web applications offloads managing passwords and credentials for your users, here's a guide to set it up with React and Gin. At the end…

Oct 14, 2022 •

Serverless Rust with Cloud Run

Deploying a serverless Rust based web app in less than 3 minutes.

Mar 4, 2023 •

Create a Vite app with user authentication using the Identity Platform on GCP

Create a Vite app with user authentication using the Identity Platform on GCP

Jan 26, 2023 •

The return of the majestic monolith

Microservices are all the rage. But should they be? Here's why microservices should be used when needed instead of by default and why a monolith app is…

Jan 5, 2024 •

Automatic rotation of CloudSQL passwords with Secret Manager

Automate the rotation of your Cloud SQL database passwords for applications which require password authentication.

Apr 27, 2021 •

Cloud Functions in Go with Terraform

Get your Go functions into automation with Terraform. A step by step guide on setting up your Terraform with sample code along with shortcuts for…

Jan 5, 2022 •

Locking Down the Cloud with Cloud Armor - Easier Than You Think

Why you should care, how to use it and a few tips to get started.

Feb 3 •

Cloud Run and the Identity Aware Proxy

Securing your internal apps for your org just got a whole lot easier.

May 10 •

Efficient docker containers with multi-stage builds

Build efficient docker containers by leveraging multi-stage builds and only include what you need to create high-performing, secure and lightweight…

Jul 29, 2020 •

Using the Gin Framework in Go: Implementing CORS Effectively

Fast APIs in Go with Gin's framework is all well and good, but let's also handle CORS like a pro. Get started with the right config in this practical…

Dec 13, 2024 •

I tried to use a feature phone in 2022

Using a non-smartphone in 2022 as a tech worker is really challenging. And I haven't even left the house!

Mar 2, 2022 •

How to pass the Google Cloud Generative AI Leader Exam: A Study Guide

Study tips, suggested learnings and some thoughts!

Jun 15 •

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