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wireguard kubernetes
18 August, 2025
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What if you built your kubernetes cluster with wireguard/tailscale from the ground up.
- Api servers are always private except for wireguard port
  - Use a side car for each api server pod https://tailscale.com/kb/1185/kubernetes#sample-sidecar. Drop a tailnet secret in ccp.
  - like api server vnet integration pods show up in your tailnet/overlay even if they have no nodes. Can be hit directly with endpoint slices
  - No konnectivity proxy ingress and egress goes direct to api server pods
  - Could still have a internal load balancer for legacy nodes but ideally want none of that.
  - Rest of ccp does not need to be in tailnet but could be
- Head scale lets you join the cluster. (can we use certs to verify this public key is from a baremetal node? We can’t be the ones giving them a secret?)
- Nodes are locked down except for wireguard port (use the top of rack)
  - node wireguard nic get a /24 and we use a bridge to hand out pod ips. (could use cilium or soemthign else if you want net pols but don’t need it for ipam)
  - node ip should be just the first ip.
- Do you need boostrapping tokens? If you’re on the network is that enough? Alot of tls becomes uncessary
- Can tailscale provide the load balancer service? https://tailscale.com/kb/1223/funnel to get things to kubenet.
Can we prove this out by 1) sidecarring api servers on a standalone 2) Creating a BYO CNI cluster 3) Adding a Demonset to VM nodes that boostraps tailscale and gets a /24 + brige plugin 4) Create a script that adds us to tailscale then gets a bootstrap token and joins api server from some random home machine?

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kids are alright
15 August, 2025
- tech
The kids are alright.

Since I was “junior” engineer there have been a bunch of stuctual changes
- Facebook, Amazon and Google blew out the market for young engineers ESPECIALLY at top schools.
- There are more CS grads but if you think school is mostly about signaling that doesn’t mean you get more smart kids.
- Seniors went remote in 2020 and most didn’t come back. Mentoring over teams is much more transactional.
Now AI is making all the hiring managers be like wait what am I paying for? And the best young kids can learn from Chatgpt and open source and just do founders. So maybe we’ll see a collapse and then a shartage. Fun for everyone.
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Chanterelle and Corn Chowder with Basil
9 August, 2025
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Chanterelle and Corn Chowder with Basil

This hearty chowder combines the nutty flavor of chanterelle mushrooms with the sweetness of fresh corn, finished with fresh basil for a vibrant Pacific Northwest taste.

Ingredients (6 servings)
- 12 oz fresh chanterelle, shiitake, or oyster mushrooms
- 5 ears fresh sweet corn, shucked
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion (about 8 oz), finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt (less if using salted stock)
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp dry sherry
- 3 cups homemade or canned low-sodium chicken stock (or Golden Vegetable Stock)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh marjoram or oregano
- 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Prep the mushrooms
  - Brush off dirt and pine needles.
  - For chanterelles: cut large ones into 1/2-inch dice.
  - For shiitake: remove stems, slice caps into 1/4-inch strips.
  - For oyster mushrooms: tear into strips.
2. Prep the corn
  - Scrape the pulp from the ears using a knife or corn scraper, keeping kernels and pulp.
3. Make the soup base
  - Heat olive oil in a large (4-qt) saucepan over medium heat.
  - Add onion and garlic, cook ~8 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized.
  - Add mushrooms and salt; cook ~5 minutes until moisture evaporates.
  - Add wine and sherry, cook until almost dry.
  - Stir in stock and corn; bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
  - Simmer uncovered 10–15 minutes.
4. Finish the soup
  - Stir in cream, marjoram, and basil.
  - Simmer again briefly.
  - Season with pepper and more salt if needed.
Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with crusty bread or alongside a fresh green salad. This chowder pairs beautifully with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or an unoaked Chardonnay.
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Herbfarm
8 August, 2025
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Cocoa-Cajun Flank Steak Marinade
2 August, 2025
- recipes
This is perfect for grilling or cast iron searing—just be sure to slice thinly against the grain after a rest

🥩 Cocoa-Cajun Flank Steak Marinade

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Marinate Time: 4–12 hours
Cook Time: ~10 minutes
Yield: Enough for 1½–2 lbs flank steak

Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar or molasses
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to your heat preference)
- 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra smoke)
- 1 garlic clove, minced or smashed
Optional Enhancements
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard – adds tang and emulsifies the marinade
- 1 Tbsp lime or orange juice – brightens and balances
Instructions
1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl or zip-top bag.
2. Add 1½–2 lbs flank steak and coat well. Press out the air if using a bag.
3. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 12 hours.
4. Remove from marinade, pat dry, and bring to room temp for ~20 minutes before cooking.
5. Grill over high heat or sear in cast iron until 125–130°F internal (about 4–5 minutes per side).
6. Rest 5–10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
Pairing Ideas
- Drink: Zinfandel, Malbec, smoked porter, or a neat pour of bourbon
- Sides: Grilled corn, black bean salad, or roasted sweet potatoes
This marinade strikes a perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and umami—without needing exotic ingredients. Let me know how it turns out!

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