You’re probably wondering why I am writing this stuff.
From my disk to your browser…
I talked about the CMS I use last time round, but I didn’t talk about how the content is actually published so you can read it. If you want to know how easy it is to deploy a static site with Docker/Kubernetes, read on…
DIY Cell Cracker
OK, so this is undoubtedly the coolest thing I’ve seen this week:
The ElectroPen produces a five-millisecond burst of 2,000 volts, whereas a commercial machine can be tuned to different durations and voltages for various applications. But the ElectroPen is much more accessible: anyone can build their own for a few dollars to crack at least one cell type. “There is definitely a need for low-cost entry to be able to have everyone do those experiments,” du Jeu says. “It’s good to democratize it.” So far high school students have used an ElectroPen to modify Escherichia coli DNA so it produces fluorescent proteins.
Tell me about your CMS
…I’m glad you asked. This site is a departure from my earlier sites, using a Static Site Generator instead of a traditional CMS like Wordpress. Read on for details…
What’s this site hosted on?
A site this popular must be running on some pretty serious kit, right? Come and take a look.
What’s missing?
There’s a few things missing from this site compared to the last iteration. Some of which I’m glad about…
Welcome!
Welcome to the latest iteration of the Snowgoons website. Click ‘Read more’ for all the fascinating history…
