Jamie Madden
@digitalchild.bsky.social
I'm an open source developer working with WordPress & Django. Current interests include machine learning, SaaS, automation, education. Been at this 25+ years. Plenty to learn and share. WordPress Training team rep.
After 3+ amazing years, today marks my last meeting as representative on the WordPress Training Team. Moving on to new adventures outside WordPress, but grateful for all the experiences, knowledge & friendships. Thank you to this incredible community.
June 3, 2025 at 7:23 AM
After 3+ amazing years, today marks my last meeting as representative on the WordPress Training Team. Moving on to new adventures outside WordPress, but grateful for all the experiences, knowledge & friendships. Thank you to this incredible community.
Want a tasty, smoky beef chili recipe with 21 grams of protein per serve? Check out my latest recipe. Top it off with some Greek yoghurt and you'll hit 30 grams. randomadult.com/the-best-smo...
The Best Smoky Chipotle Beef and Bean Chili - Random Adult
Smoky chipotle beef and bean chili: hearty, spicy, and perfect for meal prep! A one-pot wonder that’s easy, healthy, and bursting with flavour.
randomadult.com
June 2, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Want a tasty, smoky beef chili recipe with 21 grams of protein per serve? Check out my latest recipe. Top it off with some Greek yoghurt and you'll hit 30 grams. randomadult.com/the-best-smo...
Today's command of the day is 'orbctl reset' for when you break your @OrbStack environment by building containers on battery and running flat mid-build.
May 15, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Today's command of the day is 'orbctl reset' for when you break your @OrbStack environment by building containers on battery and running flat mid-build.
Having issues with chrome defaulting to Washington, DC as your location? Check if you have the @expressvpn extension enabled. This is the culprit. Disable this and your precise location will start working again. The VPN does not need to be on for it to break location detection.
May 12, 2025 at 5:50 AM
Having issues with chrome defaulting to Washington, DC as your location? Check if you have the @expressvpn extension enabled. This is the culprit. Disable this and your precise location will start working again. The VPN does not need to be on for it to break location detection.
Is your recent WooCommerce update giving you fatal errors? Update now - developer.woocommerce.com/2025/05/06/w...
WooCommerce 9.8.4: Dot Release
WooCommerce 9.8.4 addresses a fatal error that occurred as the result of a remote service failure.
developer.woocommerce.com
May 8, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Is your recent WooCommerce update giving you fatal errors? Update now - developer.woocommerce.com/2025/05/06/w...
Remember folks. When in development, restart your celery instance. DOH!
April 19, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Remember folks. When in development, restart your celery instance. DOH!
I’d like to rename vibe coding to “controlled automation”
March 29, 2025 at 8:49 AM
I’d like to rename vibe coding to “controlled automation”
🛡️ Just published: Secure It: Essential VPS Security Guide for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Learn how to secure your VPS from day one: • SSH hardening • Firewall setup • System updates • Fail2ban configuration
Step-by-step guide at randomadult.com/secure-it-es...
Learn how to secure your VPS from day one: • SSH hardening • Firewall setup • System updates • Fail2ban configuration
Step-by-step guide at randomadult.com/secure-it-es...
March 26, 2025 at 11:37 AM
🛡️ Just published: Secure It: Essential VPS Security Guide for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Learn how to secure your VPS from day one: • SSH hardening • Firewall setup • System updates • Fail2ban configuration
Step-by-step guide at randomadult.com/secure-it-es...
Learn how to secure your VPS from day one: • SSH hardening • Firewall setup • System updates • Fail2ban configuration
Step-by-step guide at randomadult.com/secure-it-es...
💡 Running successful apps doesn't need serverless hype.
A single $12 VPS can host multiple production apps, handle thousands of users, and run any tech stack you want - with predictable costs.
Real world proof & setup guide: randomadult.com/why-ditch-serverless-the-case-for-self-hosting/
A single $12 VPS can host multiple production apps, handle thousands of users, and run any tech stack you want - with predictable costs.
Real world proof & setup guide: randomadult.com/why-ditch-serverless-the-case-for-self-hosting/
Why Ditch Serverless? The Case for Self-Hosting - Random Adult
Why running your own VPS might be smarter than serverless: real costs, real examples, and why simpler infrastructure often wins.
randomadult.com
March 22, 2025 at 9:58 AM
💡 Running successful apps doesn't need serverless hype.
A single $12 VPS can host multiple production apps, handle thousands of users, and run any tech stack you want - with predictable costs.
Real world proof & setup guide: randomadult.com/why-ditch-serverless-the-case-for-self-hosting/
A single $12 VPS can host multiple production apps, handle thousands of users, and run any tech stack you want - with predictable costs.
Real world proof & setup guide: randomadult.com/why-ditch-serverless-the-case-for-self-hosting/
Is anyone looking for a bookkeeper? I have a excellent one based in the Philippines. As I am shutting down all my operations, I no longer need his services. I would really like to place him with someone as he’s been great over the last 4 years.
March 12, 2025 at 7:25 AM
Is anyone looking for a bookkeeper? I have a excellent one based in the Philippines. As I am shutting down all my operations, I no longer need his services. I would really like to place him with someone as he’s been great over the last 4 years.
Now that I have some free time and no more income. I need to stop or reduce as many outgoings as possible. The first on the list is consolidating all my email hosting to zohomail saving myself over $100 a month. Email migrations aren't fun, but Zoho makes it pretty painless.
March 11, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Now that I have some free time and no more income. I need to stop or reduce as many outgoings as possible. The first on the list is consolidating all my email hosting to zohomail saving myself over $100 a month. Email migrations aren't fun, but Zoho makes it pretty painless.
Mental Note: When adding a computer to the domain, use a domain admin account. I just spent 20 mins trying to figure out why I couldn't join the domain. Hard case of The Mondays hah.
March 10, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Mental Note: When adding a computer to the domain, use a domain admin account. I just spent 20 mins trying to figure out why I couldn't join the domain. Hard case of The Mondays hah.
The old saying “the early bird catches the worm” well today I’m hoping to capture one of my bucket list marine animals, the thresher shark. While I wait for the 4:30am briefing I captured the stars here in Malapascua, Phillipines. Take time for you, balance is key in this world.
February 26, 2025 at 8:17 PM
The old saying “the early bird catches the worm” well today I’m hoping to capture one of my bucket list marine animals, the thresher shark. While I wait for the 4:30am briefing I captured the stars here in Malapascua, Phillipines. Take time for you, balance is key in this world.
Sunday Summary: This week taught us health isn't about perfect habits—it's about consistent care. From morning routines to weekend balance, every small choice adds up. Your body keeps the score, but you choose the game. Ready for another week of putting yourself first?
February 23, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Sunday Summary: This week taught us health isn't about perfect habits—it's about consistent care. From morning routines to weekend balance, every small choice adds up. Your body keeps the score, but you choose the game. Ready for another week of putting yourself first?
Saturday Strategy: Weekends aren't for undoing weekly progress. Try the 80/20 approach: Stay active 80% of your weekend, rest 20%. A morning walk, afternoon stretch, or walk the dog. Balance beats perfection every time.
February 22, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Saturday Strategy: Weekends aren't for undoing weekly progress. Try the 80/20 approach: Stay active 80% of your weekend, rest 20%. A morning walk, afternoon stretch, or walk the dog. Balance beats perfection every time.
Friday Focus: Stop waiting for motivation to exercise—it rarely comes knocking. Start with 10 minutes today. Not tomorrow. Not Monday. The best workout plan is the one you'll actually do. Consistency is key, you just have to start.
February 21, 2025 at 4:12 AM
Friday Focus: Stop waiting for motivation to exercise—it rarely comes knocking. Start with 10 minutes today. Not tomorrow. Not Monday. The best workout plan is the one you'll actually do. Consistency is key, you just have to start.
Thursday Thoughts: We'll spend more time researching our next phone purchase than understanding our own bodies. Wellness isn't a trend—it's an investment in your future chapters. What small health choice could you make today?
February 20, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Thursday Thoughts: We'll spend more time researching our next phone purchase than understanding our own bodies. Wellness isn't a trend—it's an investment in your future chapters. What small health choice could you make today?
Wednesday Wake-up: Your morning routine isn't just about coffee—it's your daily reset button. Take 5 deep breaths, drink a full glass of water, and stretch before reaching for your phone. Your body speaks; make morning the time you actually listen.
February 19, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Wednesday Wake-up: Your morning routine isn't just about coffee—it's your daily reset button. Take 5 deep breaths, drink a full glass of water, and stretch before reaching for your phone. Your body speaks; make morning the time you actually listen.
Tuesday Tip: The best gift you can give yourself is 10 minutes of health prep each Sunday. Set med reminders, schedule those appointments you've been putting off, and update emergency contacts. Future you will be grateful for present you's dedication.
February 18, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Tuesday Tip: The best gift you can give yourself is 10 minutes of health prep each Sunday. Set med reminders, schedule those appointments you've been putting off, and update emergency contacts. Future you will be grateful for present you's dedication.
A thought. What if these rising living costs are secretly pushing us back to simpler times? Growing our seasonal food, canning vegetables, curing meats, making cheese, sharing with our neighbours... To be honest, I'm all for that.
February 5, 2025 at 1:05 PM
A thought. What if these rising living costs are secretly pushing us back to simpler times? Growing our seasonal food, canning vegetables, curing meats, making cheese, sharing with our neighbours... To be honest, I'm all for that.
I won’t be posting my usual motivation posts this week as I had to be rushed into emergency surgery here in Turkey. Thankfully I have great insurance and the hospital has been amazing. One thing I will say is always look after your health, people.
February 3, 2025 at 6:44 PM
I won’t be posting my usual motivation posts this week as I had to be rushed into emergency surgery here in Turkey. Thankfully I have great insurance and the hospital has been amazing. One thing I will say is always look after your health, people.
Sunday Summary: This week's takeaway: Delegation isn't about doing less - it's about achieving more. Your business grows when you focus on what matters most. Build your team, trust the process, and watch your impact multiply. Time to level up!
February 2, 2025 at 4:37 AM
Sunday Summary: This week's takeaway: Delegation isn't about doing less - it's about achieving more. Your business grows when you focus on what matters most. Build your team, trust the process, and watch your impact multiply. Time to level up!
Saturday Strategy: 3-Step Delegation Plan:
1. List all your weekly tasks
2. Mark tasks that don't need your expertise
3. Research & connect with professionals who can take these over
Start small, delegate one task next week. Watch your productivity soar.
1. List all your weekly tasks
2. Mark tasks that don't need your expertise
3. Research & connect with professionals who can take these over
Start small, delegate one task next week. Watch your productivity soar.
February 1, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Saturday Strategy: 3-Step Delegation Plan:
1. List all your weekly tasks
2. Mark tasks that don't need your expertise
3. Research & connect with professionals who can take these over
Start small, delegate one task next week. Watch your productivity soar.
1. List all your weekly tasks
2. Mark tasks that don't need your expertise
3. Research & connect with professionals who can take these over
Start small, delegate one task next week. Watch your productivity soar.
Friday Focus: Audit your task list. Circle everything that doesn't require YOUR unique skills. These are your delegation opportunities. Remember: If you're busy doing $20/hour tasks, you'll never have time for $1000/hour decisions. Support is the first task I stop doing.
January 31, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Friday Focus: Audit your task list. Circle everything that doesn't require YOUR unique skills. These are your delegation opportunities. Remember: If you're busy doing $20/hour tasks, you'll never have time for $1000/hour decisions. Support is the first task I stop doing.
Thursday Thoughts: The greatest myth in business? That you must do it all yourself. The most successful leaders aren't the ones who can do everything - they're the ones who know what to let go of. Your success lies in your ability to trust others.
January 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Thursday Thoughts: The greatest myth in business? That you must do it all yourself. The most successful leaders aren't the ones who can do everything - they're the ones who know what to let go of. Your success lies in your ability to trust others.