Stop tracking files ignored by <code>.gitignore</code>
Find files that Git still tracks despite matching .gitignore rules, then remove them from the index without deleting the local copies.
KOLLITSCH.dev*
Patrick Kollitsch builds snappy websites for modern browsers - all from a little island called Koh Samui, where coconuts grow and deadlines stay chill.
Latest posts
Why is Git ignoring this file?
Use git check-ignore to find the exact ignore file, line number, and pattern when Git unexpectedly ignores a file or directory.
Kurzschnitte II - These Cuts Go to Eleven
Interesting links around the web, from web development to fun stuff.
Keeping an old iMac useful
I revived a dead-fan 2012 iMac with Xubuntu 22.04, the 5.15 GA kernel, legacy NVIDIA drivers, and H.264-only video playback for a stable, cool media machine.
Keeping <code>engines.node</code> aligned with the Node release schedule
A script to automatically update `package.json` with the supported Node.js versions based on the official release schedule.
Pinning GitHub Actions to commit hashes
A guide on how to pin GitHub Actions to specific commit hashes for better security and stability.
RFC 2119 for humans
RFC 2119 explains MUST, SHOULD, and MAY in documentation. Learn how to read and use these terms correctly to avoid ambiguity and define clear rules.
Installing Firefox on Ubuntu without Snap
A practical guide to removing the Snap version of Firefox and installing it from the Mozilla Team PPA on Ubuntu.
Policy and guidelines for AI-based contributions
Policy and guidelines for AI use in contributions. AI is a tool, not an author. Contributors must understand, own, and defend every change they submit.
Handling Ubuntu EFI boot issues on Acer laptops
Fix Ubuntu EFI boot problems on Acer laptops with manual workarounds, boot-repair diagnostics, and commands for resolving GRUB issues.