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I frequently write code that is meant for public consumption. It might not be perfect code, but I make an effort to make it available for others to peruse either way. The general distinction… Read More

For a few months we have known that Docker for Windows would get support for process isolation under Windows 10. Arend-Jan Kauffmann explained how to use nightly builds from Docker to get th… Read More

Containers only exists in X++ - you'll not find a similar generic construct elsewhere. They serve many purposes like storage of blob data (like images), transferring of large portions of dat… Read More

Talking about containers is getting old by now, but in the light of my last article on deploying to Docker Hub via Azure DevOps I still thought it worthwhile to revisit. (Available here: htt… Read More

Visual Studio has excellent built in support for working with Docker containers and most of the examples on the web are written with those tools installed. But what about the situation… Read More

Využití kontejnerizace a mikroslužeb v cloudovém prostředí je poslední dobou jedno z nejžádanějších témat. Na… Read More

Vinegar has earned its niche in any Filipino kitchen. Almost all mouth-watering dishes need a teaspoonful or two of vinegar. It is even an ingredient for some cakes, souffles' and native del… Read More

The name wouldn't probably catch one's attention but the plant really attracts. The fish-tail fern (Microsorium punctatum L.)is a natural mutant of the species commonly called the "climbing… Read More

Photo Credit: kinsey via Unsplash under LicenseToday’s globalised world allows for importing and exporting with relative ease, and knowing how to protect your goods for overseas delive… Read More

Rugs With Moth Infestation Many people have Oriental rugs as a focal point in a room. Despite ensuring the rugs and carpets are properly cleaned and cared for, sometimes things happen. If yo… Read More

It was a simple plan. I empty the dishwasher, and then you fill it. The empty dogfood cans in the sink that were full of water and soaking shouldn’t have entered the equation. But whe… Read More

Carabao's milk can be processed into nutritious food products like kesong puti and pastillas de leche. These simple processing techniques can be employed by small carabao owners to start a s… Read More

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="500"]Photo by charlywkarl [/caption] How to Delay the Ripening of Fruits According to researchers at the UP Los Baños, the ripening of fr… Read More

I cannot put my finger on it. Today has been blah. Not overly bad, not overly good, just blah. My to-do list was long. The self-care part for me was to be outside, on the front po… Read More

Everybody wants guapple. And surely every farmer wants to plant the tree for additional income. It is rich in vitamins A, B, and C a guapple a fruit contains more vitamin C than a typical ci… Read More

Coconut water is the liquid endosperm obtained from a young coconut (6 - 8 months) which is pure, nutritious and wholesome natural beverage. The sterile water, which is approximate… Read More

Moving a business might seem easy, but it isn't. It requires careful planning that often starts months in advance. If you are moving your office locally, you need to be prepared -- even if… Read More

A newly-granted Halal certification to Philippine brand Dona Maria rice opens up market potential in Gulf countries Jordan and Kuwait. [caption id="attachment_12944" align="alignnone" wid… Read More

In part 1 we discuss how to bag and prepare your laundry for a bed bug exterminator.  Of course, preparing the linens and the furniture and the rooms for extermination of bedbugs is mos… Read More

How to Prepare for a Bed Bug Exterminator – Before And After Earlier we discussed how to bag and prep your laundry when you check off how to prepare for a bed bug exterminator.  O… Read More

[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="500"]Photo by Kamal H. [/caption] Flowers are important in our lives, as an inspiration and to give peace of mind. However, the life of flowers is sh… Read More

How to make homemade candles. Making your own candles at home can be an inexpensive, enjoyable way to spend a day with your family. The art of candle making offers many options and you're on… Read More

Making fruit jams and jellies at home can bring big savings and additional income to the family. The best time to make fruit jam is when they are abundant or when they are in season. Fruit j… Read More

For many people, activities such as yoga and meditation have resulted in major lifestyle modifications and have been instrumental in calming both their body and mind in times of anxiety, str… Read More

Fruit powders are made from dehydrated fruits by grinding into a powdered form. They are used in ayurvedic preparations or as an ingredient in pickles and sour foods. Shelf-life: The pr… Read More

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Candied fruits also known as crystallized fruit, are made by submerging fruit pieces in sugar syrup solutions of gradually increasing strength, then drying. During the soaking, sugar is… Read More

Making fruit candies at home is a good additional business idea especially for work at home moms. Because of its natural sweet flavor, fruits are good and easy to make as candies. Here you w… Read More

An abaca integration project is hoped to be replicated in typhoon-damaged Leyte-Samar as Philippine abaca enhances its global competitive edge from its Rainforest Alliance certification… Read More

If you are moving to a new place, the chances are that you will require storage units. These can come in handy for a variety of reasons and ease off some of the moving-related stress. That&r… Read More

Rodents are a nuisance and if you think you have them in your home you should contact your local pest control expert as soon as possible.Consider this, seeing one mouse in your hom… Read More

Processing of Philippine Berry into jelly jam and juice By: Dr. Edith G. Reyes , Cavite State University A protocol on processing of the Philippine berry or lipote scientifically k… Read More

Are you one of those people who have difficulties waking up every morning and dragging themselves to work? Do you believe that several cups of coffee can make your morning better, but you ju… Read More

Coffee pods come in a huge variety of shapes, sizes, and flavors– from K-cups to Nespresso pods, from dark roast donut shop blends to light specialty grade Ethiopian Gesha naturals. Gi… Read More

Imagine a natural fiber that is 1-4 meters long, golden and silky. No wonder, the jute fiber is dubbed as the “golden fiber”. It comes from the skin (bast) of two jute plants, Co… Read More

Don't you know that you can grow vegetables and herbs even if you only have a small space? With the application of soil conditioner, you can grow healthy vegetables and herbs in small plots… Read More

Americans are busy people. They're constantly running around between work, family, and social activities. It can be exhausting, and at the end of a long, hard day the last thing many of them… Read More

Let’s set the scene – you pour yourself a nice cup of coffee. It’s hot, far too hot to drink – not right away. You’re at the office and one of your colleagues c… Read More

If you love coffee, you surely have your favorite coffee beans hidden somewhere in your kitchen. However, have you ever thought about how you store your beans? Are there any rules, tips and… Read More

Philippines can be a potential producer of cocoa. The climatic conditions and soil characteristics are conducive to growing cocoa. There is presently an increasing interest from local farmer… Read More

A Japanese humanitarian agency has adopted Bureau of Agricultural Research’s (BAR) edible landscaping (EL) program that encourages home-based organic vegetable planting to help reduce… Read More

Tanduay Distillers has released three new cocktail flavors – piña colada, strawberry daiquiri and green margarita – via its new e-commerce website, shots.ph. Released… Read More

How to Make Salty Banana Chips Materials: Bananas (saba or cavendish) green and matured, salt and cooking oil Utensils to be used: Knife, strainer, aluminum containers, frying pan, bow… Read More

Cool DIY toys for kids that will bring fun and joy for the whole familyYou should totally check it out! Finger soccer, super cute miniature swimming pool, DIY spinners and much more! Enjoy… Read More

In the wake of the ‘new normal,’ the way people navigate their days has changed significantly. As more people self-isolate and abide by public health measures, daily routines an… Read More

It is a well-known fact that conventional coffee is one of the most chemically treated products on the market. Of course, due to the pulp that covers coffee beans and the roasting process, t… Read More

If you spend any amount of time looking for coffee to buy, whether it’s online or through your local specialty coffee roaster, you’ll undoubtedly hear or see words like bright, s… Read More

Banana (Musa sp.) is one of the most common and widely grown fruit crops in the Philippines. It is also one of the country's major dollar earners, and banana has consistently ranked next to… Read More

Many people are used to honey hunting of wild bee colonies in the forest. But due to over-exploitation of the forest resources, there is a decreasing trend in the quantity of colonies in man… Read More

It seems like the humans have cleared up the kitchen counter, though listening in to the conversation they seem to think a squirrel might have gained entry into the house. I sit on the kitch… Read More

Filipinos think of something foreign whenever they hear the word abalones. There are however, three known species of abalone endemic in our marine waters. These are the donkey's ear abalone… Read More

Smoked milkfish or tinapang bangus is the product of curing the milkfish or bangus by smoking to extend its shelf life. It is good with rice as viand, perfect for "pulutan" or snack and make… Read More

Is it possible that cleaning products could be “dirty”? In a sense, that could be the case if you’re using laundry detergents with strong chemicals like ammonia and chlori… Read More

The rapid development in recent years of Asia’s livestock industry has been matched by the huge increase in the importation of livestock feed. Feed costs are not only a burden on the… Read More

There are many DIY tutorials of making gel candles at home. If you are creative in making gel candles, you can surely make good money. Gel candle makes a great gift ideas to give whenev… Read More

Everybody knows her as the Sopas Queen. She is just one of many food peddlers who frequently visits our office and offers merienda of either congee, widely known also in the Philippines as a… Read More

Cabbage (Brassica aleracea L. var. capitatacruciferae) is a leafy green vegetable grown densely-leaved heads. Closely related to other Cole crops such as broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels s… Read More

Although they may look adorable in movies and cartoons, mice are not the kind of creatures you would want in your home. These troublesome rodents will chew on everything in your house, from… Read More

Vinegar production from coconut water. Coconut vinegar is made from fermented coconut water and is used extensively as a preservative and flavouring agent in pickles, salads, sauces and many… Read More

Carpenter ants play an essential role in turning decaying wood into sawdust-like material that can quickly rot and get absorbed by plants. However, finding carpenter ants in house walls … Read More