Xiujun Ma

Hi, I'm Xiujun Ma

Thoughts, stories and ideas about FreeBSD, Lego, SEO, AI

About Me

Welcome to my corner of the internet. I'm a passionate developer and writer based somewhere in the digital realm, constantly exploring the intersection of technology and creativity.

I believe in building meaningful experiences through code and sharing knowledge with the community. My work spans across web development, design, and technical writing.

When I'm not coding or writing, you'll find me exploring new technologies, reading, or enjoying a good cup of coffee while contemplating the next big idea.

Skills & Interests

Web Development UI/UX Design Technical Writing Open Source JavaScript React Node.js TypeScript

Latest Posts

Thoughts on development, design, and technology

Monitoring and Logging on FreeBSD

Effective monitoring and logging are essential for maintaining the health, performance, and security of your FreeBSD systems. This blog post will guide you through setting up and using monitoring tools

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Building a NAS with FreeBSD and ZFS

Network Attached Storage (NAS) systems provide a convenient way to store, manage, and share data across a network. FreeBSD, with its robust ZFS file system, is an excellent choice for

3 min read

FreeBSD Security Best Practices

FreeBSD is renowned for its robustness, performance, and security features. However, to ensure your FreeBSD system remains secure, it's crucial to follow best practices. This guide will discuss

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Exploring the FreeBSD Ports Collection

The FreeBSD Ports Collection is one of the most powerful and flexible features of the FreeBSD operating system, providing a convenient way to install, manage, and update software. This blog

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How to Install a Spring Boot Application on FreeBSD

Spring Boot is a popular framework for building production-grade Java applications with minimal configuration. Deploying a Spring Boot application on FreeBSD involves setting up the Java runtime environment, configuring your

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Getting Started with FreeBSD

Welcome to the world of FreeBSD! Whether you're new to Unix-like systems or a seasoned Linux user looking to expand your horizons, FreeBSD offers a powerful, secure, and

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Setting Up a FreeBSD Desktop Environment

FreeBSD is widely known for its robustness and performance as a server operating system, but it can also serve as a powerful desktop environment. This guide will walk you through

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How to Keep Your FreeBSD Server Up-to-Date

Keeping your FreeBSD server up-to-date is crucial for maintaining security, stability, and performance. Regular updates ensure that your server has the latest security patches, bug fixes, and feature enhancements. This

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Featured Projects

Some things I've built

MMM-nest

MagicMirror² module for displaying live data from Google Nest thermostats.

Node.js Homebridge

pong_wars.rs

Pong Wars implementation in Rust.

WebAssembly Rust

Get In Touch

I'm always open to new opportunities, collaborations, or just a friendly chat. Feel free to reach out!