Backend engineering and practical AI adoption

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Short notes on backend engineering, testing, CI/CD, Docker, JVM, and architectural decisions that help keep systems in good shape.

  1. Installing Proxmox on a Lenovo M710q: From an Empty Disk to the First VM

    How I prepared a Lenovo M710q, installed Proxmox, fixed a KVM issue, and launched the first VM for a private development environment.

  2. A Homelab for Under 500 PLN: How I Chose Hardware for My Own Server

    You do not need a rack or a server costing thousands to build a useful homelab. In my case, the best compromise turned out to be a used mini-PC running Proxmox.

  3. Why Does a Developer Need a Homelab in 2026?

    A homelab does not have to be a rack full of servers. In 2026, it can be a small mini-PC that gives a developer a private work environment, a place to experiment, and an always-on AI agent.

  4. Automation and AI in Business: From Simple Processes to Stable Implementations

    AI makes sense when it solves a concrete business problem. Before investing in models and LLM integrations, companies should identify which processes actually need AI and which can be improved with simpler automation.