HCJ

Suffolk lad, techie 💙🤍
Interested in #opensource, and #flutterdev 🦅

Public Key

npub1hvvsxvynu3pxnhg85syj6mnhmazr8esy0zymdshhrxxwj0sudv3s09fn6p

NIP-05 Address

hcj@fosstodon-org.mostr.pub

Profile Code

nprofile1qqstkxgrxzf7gsnfm5r6gzfddema73pnucz83zdkctm3nr8f8cwxkgcpz4mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujuerfw36x7tnsw43q5ulc7w

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relay.ditto.pub

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npub1hvvsxvynu3pxnhg85syj6mnhmazr8esy0zymdshhrxxwj0sudv3s09fn6p

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2026-03-04 06:38:40 UTC

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@nprofile…cngf @nprofile…g4vn Oh okay, out of interest can you explain what happened because I haven't been able to find anything explaining it?

2026-03-03 22:45:40 UTC

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@nprofile…g4vn It's strange that a decentralised platform can go down globally 🫠

2025-07-19 12:05:11 UTC

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@nprofile…q3m3 I see why ChromeOS and Android are being merged though I wonder if they will keep the "Linux mode" when/if they do

2025-06-27 18:15:40 UTC

Hello #Fosstodon 🤗
It's been awhile, what projects are we currently working on? 🤔

2025-05-16 21:36:14 UTC

#Google has "graced" #Android users with this new gradient icon! How do you feel about it #askmastodon?
https://cdn.fosstodon.org/media_attachments/files/114/519/650/268/706/852/original/8ba1a5d1226139f4.png

2025-05-15 21:29:59 UTC

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@nprofile…txgd it's pretty hard to do as you need to aggregate data from across the fediverse, though it's technically possible

2025-05-08 06:51:43 UTC

I'm going to install #ArchLinux sometime this week or early next week. Any recommendations?

2025-05-07 21:31:50 UTC

Imagine if people on #Bluesky all migrated to #Mastodon, would the #Fediverse crash?

2025-05-04 15:22:08 UTC

Hello #Fosstodon,
After consideration I am happy with the new leadership of #Fosstodon, and going forward I will prioritise this "social site" over my others.
For now I got some catching up to do!
(For those also in the #UK, I hope you are enjoying your long weekend!)

2025-03-29 12:30:29 UTC

I am going to revamp my website, as it needs a long overdue upgrade!

2025-03-21 20:59:32 UTC

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@nprofile…x7m2 I feel like RSS could of been the first social protocol, if we extended it!

2025-03-21 20:58:17 UTC

Today I had to remove #PhoneLink from #Windows11 and it turns out it is as simple as running 1 powershell command
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/963543/uninstall-phone-link

2025-03-20 15:37:03 UTC

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@nprofile…dd7m @nprofile…wyxa I just went to check it out, it's a bummer I can't get my hands on one due to #Brexit

2025-03-20 07:46:10 UTC

The price war is flaring up again in the #UK, thanks to #ASDA 🏪
https://news.sky.com/story/money-latest-interest-rate-bank-of-england-wages-cheap-eats-mortgage-13040934?postid=9296521#liveblog-body

2025-03-20 07:39:18 UTC

Looks like #Bluesky has found it's business model after all 😂
https://techcrunch.com/2025/03/19/bluesky-made-more-money-selling-t-shirts-mocking-zuckerberg-than-custom-domains/

2025-03-12 22:33:22 UTC

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@nprofile…9g68 Zen Browser is pretty good from my experience.
https://zen-browser.app/

2025-03-12 07:48:11 UTC

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@nprofile…s2xg DuckDuckGo better than using Google or Bing though as they try to provide the minimum amount of data required for the search (if I can recall correctly)

2025-03-12 07:46:59 UTC

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@nprofile…s2xg So DuckDuckGo doesn't directly give your data to Microsoft, they use Bing which means they can collect some anonymous data though it won't be tied back to you

2025-03-12 07:43:26 UTC

GM, and for those in the UK #Vodafone and #CityFibre are currently suffering from nationwide outages so it might be time to touch grass 🌿
https://cdn.fosstodon.org/media_attachments/files/114/148/333/466/265/597/original/b04b65bf5b42a588.jpg

2025-03-11 21:44:35 UTC

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@nprofile…7s4z What does it do?

2025-03-08 17:32:08 UTC

I wonder how many people in the older generation are finding out who the #Sidemen are from the #SidemenCharityMatch ⚽

2025-03-08 15:27:42 UTC

As much as I love #Mastodon, I know it's not going to be as big as platforms like #Threads and #Bluesky, and that's okay. The #Fediverse has always been more community-focused rather than a shouty megaphone. #Bluesky and #Threads can serve as that megaphone that #Twitter left behind, whereas the #Fediverse can offer an calmer alternative without the pressure of algorithms.
They are all improving the social web, which benefits all of humanity, even if we disagree with their principles!

2025-03-08 13:41:32 UTC

If this get's rolled out to all #Android phones #Termux would be dead
https://news.itsfoss.com/google-android-linux-terminal-rollout/

2025-03-08 13:05:57 UTC

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@nprofile…eu3n I also use Claude but I used it with Copilot so maybe cursor is better at guiding the model

2025-03-08 12:55:11 UTC

So in my experience #githubcopilot breaks more things than it fixes, looks like #AI isn't going to replace developers anytime soon 🫠

2025-03-08 12:48:12 UTC

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@nprofile…jysf @nprofile…mn00 @nprofile…6gxc I have been using elk for awhile now and it is hands down my favourite client for #mastodon
I also use it on mobile, as it's UI is well optimised for them!

2025-03-08 12:46:40 UTC

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@nprofile…jysf I have never used YuNoHost, I usally host things on my raspberry pi then use #Cloudflare zero trust to expose it to the world

2025-03-08 11:45:27 UTC

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@nprofile…jysf I've used CasaOS in the past, the security issues with it might not be that big of a concern if it's only accessable on your home lan

2025-03-08 10:24:30 UTC

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@nprofile…jysf NetworkChuck has some great guides on #Docker and even how to host things like #pihole
https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkChuck

2025-03-08 09:44:38 UTC

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@nprofile…wcg5 @nprofile…x759 Hi there, I noticed you posted from #Megladon which has been dead for about a year now. The updated fork of the project is @nprofile…ea44 🍴

2025-03-08 09:40:09 UTC

I would suggest anyone with the slightest interest in #tech to go buy a #RaspberryPi! It doesn't really matter what model though if you can the Raspberry Pi 4/5 are the best choices. :raspberrypi:
Just having one unlocks the ability to #selfhost your own services at home! 🏠

2025-03-08 06:40:42 UTC

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@nprofile…8hjr I never knew this was a thing either, though it sounds like a pretty good idea for the right person 😃

2025-03-07 22:41:04 UTC

Before I go to sleep I have fixed domain verification on my profile and added a #mastodon share button to blog posts
Goodnight guys 🥱

2025-03-07 22:20:06 UTC

For as much hate #MicrosoftEdge gets it is a pretty decent browser, especially on #Android with #tampermonkey support 😀

2025-03-07 22:12:41 UTC

As much as I like the convivence of static site generators like #Hugo and #Jekyll nothing can beat writing your own #HTML :html5:

2025-03-07 22:05:12 UTC

If anyone is interested in open source and wants to join fosstodon feel free to DM me for an invite! :fosstodon:

2025-03-07 22:03:14 UTC

#Apple successfully avoided a second #AppleWatch import ban in the #USA
https://theverge.com/news/626246/apple-watch-alivecor-itc-import-ban-averted-wearables

2025-03-07 21:58:03 UTC

#AskFedi: Does anybody have any tips on how to write a good #Fediverse bio?

2025-03-07 07:00:14 UTC

Today's #TechTerm of the day is: #Tokenisation 🪙
Tokenisation is the process of replacing sensitive data with a non-sensitive equivalent.
For example, rather than saving your payment info, websites store a token that represents it

2025-03-05 19:50:58 UTC

Can someone explain what the difference is between @nprofile…38gq and @nprofile…cnxx on #Android ???
#noxp

2025-03-02 09:20:55 UTC

#ladybirdbrowser is looking super promising, I can't wait for the next update!
https://youtu.be/xuf1mcYuCaI?si=kyfqR7J9Lcxfo9Z3

2025-03-02 08:52:27 UTC

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One thing that isn't so good about it is the fact you can't put alt text on images :(

2025-03-01 22:19:49 UTC

It turns out #FocusForMastodon is available on #FDroid 🐘
https://cdn.fosstodon.org/media_attachments/files/114/089/498/303/941/647/original/9f700e3d6d6e1d61.jpg

2025-03-01 22:11:26 UTC

When it comes to #Dentralised social media, #ActivityPub (and #Mastodon by extension ) offers a good middle ground. Other #protocols either are too technical for normal people or they rely on a company for funding ( e.g #Bluesky )

2025-02-28 08:01:08 UTC

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@nprofile…z5vw People just set their username and display name to their bluesky handle :)

2025-02-15 13:49:23 UTC

@nprofile…dwc7 username fedi.harljo.uk

2025-02-14 22:47:27 UTC

I don't think the QP are the most important thing in this instance, I believe the ActivityPub-extensions are as they can extend the functionality of all #fediverse platforms!
https://blog.joinmastodon.org/2025/02/bringing-quote-posts-to-mastodon/

2025-02-14 07:00:36 UTC

I love using #twidere as an #mastodon client despite the fact it is no longer maintained

2025-02-14 06:40:54 UTC

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@nprofile…y93h @nprofile…3l8z Not too sure about spiders

2025-02-11 20:18:09 UTC

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@nprofile…x7m2 You have just inspired me to aswell

2025-02-11 19:35:26 UTC

#Google has gone and done it, #TheGulfOfMexico is now #TheGulfOfAmerica worldwide 🌎
https://www.androidpolice.com/google-maps-renames-gulf-of-mexico-for-those-in-the-us-and/
https://cdn.fosstodon.org/media_attachments/files/113/986/926/812/304/003/original/f475813d626d10a5.png

2025-02-11 19:29:51 UTC

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@nprofile…dltj I am shocked #Apple still makes products for the #Beats brand

2025-02-11 19:25:08 UTC

#Banks in the #UK are not having a great time right now 📉
https://www.independent.co.uk/tech/hsbc-down-not-working-latest-b2696277.html

2025-02-11 15:16:50 UTC

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@nprofile…66c8 I'm in the #UK, so I don't know what the impact on you could be. Would you be able to explain why it's a big deal and what does it mean for people living in the #USA?

2025-02-11 07:58:00 UTC

I could never imagine anyone having this many #Pebble watches ⌚
OP: https://x.com/ericmigi/status/1889157472130412594?t=RtbAIW74j-mFS8z0J0n7-g&s=19
https://cdn.fosstodon.org/media_attachments/files/113/984/185/591/399/698/original/b3faf2bf58527a9c.jpg

2025-02-10 21:29:02 UTC

Despite how old this video is I still recommend you watch @nprofile…9mrl talk about how #Mastodon is more than a #Twitter replacement :mastodon:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0H-P7LhFy2A

2025-02-10 16:40:58 UTC

I am making the move to #Bluesky, over the last couple months it has felt that #Mastodon has been dying without any major developments
I may still be active though I will no longer actively check on my account here as I feel there is little point
If you still want to see my posts on your #Mastodon timeline you can follow my #BridgyFed account 👇
@nprofile…3tu2
See you over in the #ATmosphere 👋

2025-01-22 22:30:26 UTC

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@nprofile…d380 @nprofile…s2s6 Yeah 🤣

2025-01-22 22:29:28 UTC

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@nprofile…d380 @nprofile…s2s6 I signed up on the 13th January apparently

2025-01-22 22:28:46 UTC

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@nprofile…d380 @nprofile…s2s6 I can't remember it was awhile ago, though I didn't have a referral code at the time :(

2025-01-22 22:27:17 UTC

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@nprofile…d380 I'm still waiting for access:(