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🦆 Deploy a Telegram Rubber Duck That Actually Answers Back

Serverspace.us — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:26:10 +0000

Your application has crashed.

The terminal has responded with 47 lines of red text, three warnings you don’t understand, and one particularly helpful message:

Something went wrong.

You could paste the whole thing into five browser tabs.

Or you could send it to a Telegram bot that explains the error, suggests what to check next, and patiently waits for the command output.

In this tutorial, we’ll build exactly that.

Meet Debug Duck 🦆: a private AI assistant that lives in Telegram and helps you work through stack traces, logs, and mysterious server errors.

Unlike a regular rubber duck, this one answers back.

Occasionally, it may even be useful.

What We’re Building

The setup is simple:

You
 ↓
Telegram
 ↓
OpenClaw running on a VPS
 ↓
Language model API
 ↓
A debugging answer in Telegram

You send the bot an error, log fragment, command output, or stack trace.

OpenClaw adds the system prompt and conversation history, sends the request to the selected language model, and returns the answer to Telegram.

By the end of the guide, your bot will be able to:

explain errors in plain English;
separate confirmed facts from likely causes;
suggest a few diagnostic steps;
provide commands you can run;
ask for the result of the next check;
remember the current debugging context.

It will not automatically log in to your server and fix everything.

That feature is also known as “giving an AI agent root access and hoping for character development.”

What You’ll Need

Prepare the following:

a Linux VPS running Ubuntu;
a Telegram account;
an API key for a supported language model;
around 20–30 minutes;
one error message that has already ruined part of your day.

OpenClaw itself is lightweight when it uses an external model API.

For a private bot, a small VPS with the following configuration is enough:

Resource	Configuration
Operating system	Ubuntu 24.04
CPU	1 vCPU
RAM	1 GB
Storage	20 GB
Access	SSH key recommended

This tutorial uses a Serverspace VPS, but the OpenClaw and Telegram steps are the same on any regular Ubuntu server.

Step 1: Create a Small Linux VPS

Create an Ubuntu server and connect to it over SSH:

ssh root@YOUR_SERVER_IP

Replace YOUR_SERVER_IP with the public IP address of your VPS.

Update the installed packages:

apt update && apt upgrade -y

The language model itself runs through an external API, so the VPS mainly handles:

Telegram messages;
the OpenClaw gateway;
configuration;
conversation history.

Local inference with Ollama is a different story.

A server with 1 GB of RAM will look at a 7B model, sigh quietly, and refuse to participate.

Step 2: Install OpenClaw

Run the official installer:

curl -fsSL https://openclaw.ai/install.sh | bash

The installer detects the operating system, installs the required dependencies, and starts the onboarding process.

OpenClaw requires Node.js 22.14 or newer. Node.js 24 is recommended.

During onboarding:

Select your language model provider.
Enter the provider API key.
Complete the basic assistant setup.
Enable the background service when prompted.

After installation, check that the OpenClaw CLI is available:

openclaw --version

Run the built-in diagnostics:

openclaw doctor

Then check the gateway status:

openclaw gateway status

When openclaw doctor reports no critical problems, the duck is alive.

It just doesn’t have a Telegram account yet.

Step 3: Create a Telegram Bot

Open Telegram and find the official @botfather account.

Send the following command:

/newbot

BotFather will ask you for:

a display name;
a username ending in bot.

For example:

Display name: Debug Duck
Username: debug_duck_bot

Once the bot is created, BotFather will give you a token that looks like this:

123456789:AAExampleTokenThatShouldRemainSecret

Treat this token as a password.

Do not paste it into a public GitHub repository unless you enjoy emergency token rotation.

Step 4: Connect Telegram to OpenClaw

Open the OpenClaw configuration file:

nano ~/.openclaw/openclaw.json

Add the Telegram channel:

{
  "channels": {
    "telegram": {
      "enabled": true,
      "botToken": "YOUR_TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN",
      "dmPolicy": "pairing",
      "groups": {
        "*": {
          "requireMention": true
        }
      }
    }
  }
}

Replace YOUR_TELEGRAM_BOT_TOKEN with the token received from BotFather.

Save the file and exit Nano:

Ctrl + O
Enter
Ctrl + X

The important option here is:

"dmPolicy": "pairing"

Pairing means that finding the bot’s username is not enough to start using it. A new user must be approved first.

This prevents a random stranger from discovering your bot and spending your API budget asking it to write a 12-volume fantasy series.

For a private bot, avoid an open direct-message policy with unrestricted access.

Step 5: Turn It into Debug Duck

A generic AI assistant will answer almost anything.

That sounds useful until you send it a stack trace and receive a five-paragraph essay about the importance of software quality.

We need to give the assistant a much clearer job.

Add the following system prompt through the assistant or agent configuration created during OpenClaw onboarding:

You are Debug Duck, a patient debugging assistant for beginner developers.

When the user sends an error message, stack trace, log fragment, command output, or code:

1. Explain the problem in plain English.
2. Separate confirmed facts from likely causes.
3. Suggest no more than three diagnostic steps at a time.
4. Include exact commands when they are useful.
5. Explain briefly what each command checks.
6. Ask the user to send the result of the most important check.
7. Never recommend destructive commands without a clear warning.
8. Never present a likely cause as a confirmed fact.
9. Keep answers concise and easy to scan.
10. You may use one light joke, but never make fun of the user.

Do not rewrite the entire application unless the user explicitly asks.

Do not suggest deleting files, reinstalling the server, or disabling security controls as the first solution.

Avoid prompts like this:

You are a helpful assistant.

That gives the model roughly the same amount of direction as:

Just fix production.

The more specific the role, rules, and response format are, the more predictable the assistant becomes.

Step 6: Start the Gateway

Start the OpenClaw gateway:

openclaw gateway

Now open your new bot in Telegram and send it a message:

Hello

Because we enabled pairing, the bot should not immediately accept the conversation.

Return to the server and list pending Telegram pairing requests:

openclaw pairing list telegram

Approve the displayed code:

openclaw pairing approve telegram YOUR_PAIRING_CODE

Replace YOUR_PAIRING_CODE with the actual code shown by OpenClaw.

Pairing codes remain valid for one hour.

Now send another Telegram message:

Are you alive?

A good response would be:

Yes. Send me an error message, stack trace, or command output, and I’ll help you work through it.

A less useful response would be an existential discussion about whether software can truly be alive.

That may require another look at the system prompt.

Step 7: Give the Duck Something to Debug

Let’s test the bot with a few common errors.

Test 1: Port 80 Is Already Busy

Send the following error to the bot:

nginx: [emerg] bind() to 0.0.0.0:80 failed
(98: Address already in use)

Debug Duck should explain that another process is already listening on port 80 and suggest a diagnostic command such as:

sudo lsof -i :80

A good response might look like this:

Port 80 is already occupied. Nginx is trying to sit in a chair that someone else has taken.

Check which process is using the port:

sudo lsof -i :80

This command shows the process currently listening on port 80.

Likely causes:
1. Another Nginx instance is already running.
2. Apache is using the port.
3. A Docker container published port 80.

Send me the command output, and we’ll narrow it down.

The joke takes one sentence.

The diagnostic step remains the main point.

Test 2: A Node.js Dependency Is Missing

Send:

Error: Cannot find module 'express'

The assistant should explain that the dependency is missing from the current environment and suggest checking the project directory and installed packages:

pwd
npm list express

It should not immediately recommend:

deleting node_modules;
clearing every available cache;
reinstalling Node.js;
sacrificing the lock file.

Good debugging starts with checking what is actually happening.

Test 3: The Server Has Run Out of Space

Send:

No space left on device

The bot should begin with a safe diagnostic command:

df -h

It may then suggest checking which top-level directories consume the most disk space:

du -xhd1 / 2>/dev/null | sort -h

It should warn you before suggesting deletion.

“Disk full” is a diagnosis.

“Delete random things until the server boots” is a lifestyle choice.

Step 8: Check the Quality of the Answers

The goal is not simply to make the bot respond.

A useful debugging assistant should:

explain what the error means;
avoid pretending that guesses are facts;
suggest a small number of checks;
explain what each command does;
wait for additional information;
warn before risky actions.

For example, this is not a good answer:

Reinstall Nginx and restart the server.

The assistant has not checked:

which process owns port 80;
whether Nginx is already running;
whether Apache is installed;
whether a container published the port.

A better answer starts with diagnosis.

Debug Duck should behave like a patient teammate, not like someone trying to close the ticket before lunch.

Step 9: Keep the Bot Private

The bot has access to a paid language model API, so access control matters.

For a personal assistant, keep the pairing policy enabled.

Avoid this configuration:

{
  "dmPolicy": "open",
  "allowFrom": ["*"]
}

It allows anyone who discovers the username to use the bot.

You should also review logs and stack traces before sending them to an external language model.

They may contain:

API keys;
access tokens;
internal hostnames;
database addresses;
email addresses;
fragments of user data;
private file paths.

Debug Duck is here to inspect errors, not quietly collect your entire infrastructure map.

Step 10: Keep Secrets Out of Git

Never store Telegram or model-provider tokens in a public repository.

At minimum:

Store secrets in environment variables or a protected configuration file.
Add local secret files to .gitignore.
Restrict permissions on configuration files.
Rotate a token immediately if it becomes public.

Restrict access to the OpenClaw configuration file:

chmod 600 ~/.openclaw/openclaw.json

If you accidentally push a token to GitHub, removing it from the latest commit is not enough.

The token may still exist in the repository history.

Revoke it and create a new one.

The internet has a remarkable ability to find leaked secrets approximately four seconds before you do.

Step 11: Control Conversation History

OpenClaw can retain conversation context.

That allows the bot to follow a debugging session:

You send an Nginx error.
The bot asks which process is using port 80.
You send the command output.
The bot understands that it belongs to the same problem.

However, longer histories can increase API costs because previous messages may be included in later requests.

For a debugging assistant, keeping around 10–20 message exchanges is usually enough.

You rarely need the complete emotional history of your relationship with Nginx.

Set an appropriate history limit in the OpenClaw configuration supported by your version.

Step 12: Make Sure It Survives a Reboot

A debugging bot that disappears after every server restart creates a new debugging problem.

Install the OpenClaw gateway as a background service:

openclaw gateway install

You can also install it during onboarding:

openclaw onboard --install-daemon

On Linux, OpenClaw configures a systemd user service.

Check the gateway status:

openclaw gateway status

If the bot stops responding, start with:

openclaw doctor
openclaw gateway status
openclaw logs --follow

These commands can help determine whether the problem is:

the OpenClaw process;
the Telegram connection;
an invalid provider API key;
an exhausted API balance;
a configuration error.

Yes, eventually you may need to debug the debugging bot.

Every tool becomes infrastructure if you depend on it long enough.

Make the Bot More Useful for Your Stack

Once the basic version works, adjust the system prompt for the technologies you use most often.

For example:

The user mainly works with:

- Ubuntu
- Nginx
- Docker Compose
- Node.js
- Express
- PostgreSQL

Prioritize diagnostic commands for this stack.

You can also require a fixed response format:

What the error means

What is confirmed

Most likely causes

Run this next

Send me this output

A predictable format makes answers easier to scan from a phone.

You can also create specialized versions of the bot.

Commit Message Therapist

Send it a description of your changes and receive something better than:

fix stuff final final

Standup Goblin

Send it chaotic notes from yesterday and get:

What I completed
What I’m working on
Current blockers

Explain It to My Manager

Send it a technical issue and receive two explanations:

one for engineers;
one for people who do not consider “the container is restarting” a complete status update.

Still, a read-only debugging assistant is a good first project.

Avoid giving the bot permission to execute arbitrary commands until you understand how the model behaves.

What We Built

You now have a private Telegram bot that can:

read error messages and stack traces;
explain them without unnecessary jargon;
suggest diagnostic commands;
remember the current debugging context;
stay online independently of your laptop.

It will not replace learning how your stack works.

It may still make mistakes, so review commands before running them.

But it can save you from opening twelve browser tabs just to discover that port 80 was occupied.

And unlike a real rubber duck, this one answers back.

Ready to build your own Debug Duck? 🦆

Deploy a small Ubuntu VPS on Serverspace and start with the first command.

Multi-Cloud vs Hybrid Cloud: Same Buzz, Different Problems

Serverspace.us — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:06:04 +0000

If you’ve sat through a cloud keynote lately, you’ve heard the terms multi-cloud and hybrid cloud. They sound futuristic — but behind the buzz are two very different strategies.

Multi-cloud is about choice and resilience: pick the best tool from AWS, Azure, GCP, or smaller providers, and never get stuck with one vendor’s bill. The tradeoff? More complexity, more dashboards, and higher skill requirements.

Hybrid cloud is about governance: keeping sensitive data or legacy systems on private infrastructure while bursting elastic workloads into the public cloud. Great for banks, healthcare, and government. Less great for small startups that just need to ship.

Both approaches are valid, but neither is magic. The smartest teams focus less on buzzwords and more on execution: portability, observability, and cost control.

So — is your company leaning into multi-cloud flexibility, or keeping things hybrid for compliance?

Why running production locally no longer makes sense

Serverspace.us — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 09:57:46 +0000

For many developers and DevOps teams, cloud-based production has quietly become the new default — and for good reason. It simplifies deployments, improves collaboration, reduces costs, and removes most of the manual overhead that comes with maintaining infrastructure the old-fashioned way.

Local production environments and traditional VPS setups still have their place, but they come with limitations that are increasingly hard to justify when cloud alternatives exist.

Cloud-based production allows teams to deploy fully configured environments in minutes, with no need to worry about hardware failures, capacity planning, or OS patching. Scaling is no longer a guessing game — environments can expand or contract automatically based on real usage. This means better performance during traffic spikes and real savings when demand drops.

Remote collaboration is also much easier in the cloud. Distributed teams can access the same environment securely from anywhere, using shared dashboards, CI/CD pipelines, version control, and monitoring tools — all in sync.

Cost management becomes smarter too. There's no upfront investment in hardware, and pay-as-you-go billing models allow teams to pay only for what they use. Some providers even offer free tiers for staging or testing environments, helping smaller teams stay agile without sacrificing stability.

Security is built into every layer. Most cloud platforms include encryption, access control, backups, compliance certifications (GDPR, HIPAA, LGPD), and audit logs — all as part of the core offering.

Modern production workflows also benefit from easy integration with popular tools like GitHub, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and more. This reduces friction between dev and ops, shortens the feedback loop, and helps teams iterate faster.

Latency and performance can also be optimized by choosing data centers close to end users. Global infrastructure gives teams the flexibility to deploy where it makes the most sense — whether that’s in North America, Europe, or South America.

At Serverspace, we’ve focused on making cloud production accessible and manageable for modern teams — without the complexity of legacy hyperscalers. Developers can deploy full stacks in a few clicks, scale infrastructure through an intuitive control panel, and rely on human support 24/7. Free migration and zero-cost traffic help remove common blockers to switching.

The bottom line: production today needs to be fast, scalable, secure, and remote-friendly — and that’s exactly what cloud infrastructure enables.

How to self-host n8n cloud on a VPS and automate everything — no code needed

Serverspace.us — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 12:38:41 +0000

How to Self-Host n8n Cloud on a VPS and Automate Everything — No Code Needed
Tired of paying for limited no-code tools like Zapier or Integromat? With n8n, you can build powerful, low code workflows — and when hosted on your own VPS, you get full control, scalability, and privacy.

In this post, I’ll walk you through how to set up n8n server on a VPS, what you can automate, and why it’s one of the best low code tools for devs, marketers, and indie hackers.

Why host your own n8n cloud?

Full control over workflows and data
No vendor lock-in or pricing tiers
Great for privacy-focused projects
Integrates with 350+ services (REST APIs, databases, cloud apps)

Example use cases

Auto-post blog articles to Twitter + Slack
Sync Shopify stock to a local DB
Enrich CRM leads with Clearbit
Run uptime checks + alerts
Connect Mailchimp, Notion, Google Sheets, PostgreSQL, and more

What you need to get started

VPS with Docker (1 GB RAM or more)
Domain + SSL (Let’s Encrypt works great)
Basic CLI skills
You can follow n8n’s official docs for Docker setup or install manually — the whole process takes about 15 minutes.

Final thoughts
n8n cloud on a VPS is a game-changer if you want to automate on your terms. Whether you’re building internal tools, scraping data, or stitching together SaaS platforms, self-hosted n8n automation gives you the power of code without the hassle.

Get 20% off VPS in Canada!

Serverspace.us — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:32:37 +0000

Serverspace on board🚀

We are launching a special offer! Deploy VPS and other cloud services in Canada with a 20% discount.

TOR3 is a state-of-the-art data center in Toronto, certified to international standards such as Tier III, PCI DSS, and ISO. It is owned by Cologix, a leading data center operator in North America, known for its high standards in power systems, security, cooling, and redundancy.

How to claim the offer?

🔹 Register in the Serverspace control panel
🔸 Go to the server creation section under «vStack Cloud»
🔹 Choose the data center in Toronto
🔸 Configure the server as needed
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Promotion terms: All Serverspace users with a positive balance can take part in the promotion, available until October 19, 2024.

Serverspace is an international cloud provider offering automatic deployment of virtual infrastructure based on Linux and Windows from anywhere in the world in less than 1 minute. For the integration of client services, open tools like API, CLI, and Terraform are available.

Serverspace on board!

Serverspace.us — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 23:02:15 +0000

We are launching a new service — Video on Demand (VoD) 🚀

VoD from Serverspace allows users to request and play high-quality video content with minimal latency anytime, regardless of their geographical location 🌏

Video on Demand is perfect for:

— Content providers and streaming services

— Educational platforms and institutions

— Video content distribution companies

— Marketing agencies

The new feature is already available to all users utilizing our CDN service.

Want to learn more? Read the full press release on our website.

Sumo Tatami x Serverspace

Serverspace.us — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 11:47:24 +0000

Sumo Tatami is an international game development startup that includes both arcade racing and sumo traditions. Sumo Tatami players are spread all over the world, so having a cloud provider with a geographically distributed data center network as well as high-performance virtual servers was crucial for the development team.

In our new case, we shared how Serverspace ensured stable server operation capable of handling high loads during peak times, fast creation of virtual machines, quick error resolution, and responsive support. The collaboration has already brought several advantages to the players:

🔧 Improved performance: We ensured smooth and stable gameplay thanks to Serverspace's reliable servers.

⏱ Minimized Latency: We optimized the gaming experience with no lags or delays during peak load times through a geographically distributed network.

🔒 Enhanced Security: We protected user data with a range of security actions.

There's still a lot of work ahead, but Sumo Tatami has already won the hearts of its first fans and ready to conquer the gaming world. And we are here definitely to help them on every step of the way.

Want to know more? Read the full case on our website🧑🏼‍💻

Heated Slippers and USB fish tanks: fun gadgets to spice up your life

Serverspace.us — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 07:18:49 +0000

You can’t think of a modern computer or laptop without a USB port. We use it to hook up all kinds of devices: keyboards, mice, printers, and of course, tons of flash drives. My buddy’s kid plugged a teaspoon into a USB port and fried the port along with the motherboard’s south bridge once. But aside from spoons, there are lots of other quirky and unusual gadgets powered by USB. While portable flashlights or fans are no longer surprising to people, some of the gadgets we’ll talk about today might at least cause bewilderment. But please don’t take this too seriously — it’s all just for fun.

USB Heated Slippers

They say IT professionals love working from home in the maximum comfort possible. But even in the office it’s nice to have a cozy setup: tasty coffee, a soft chair, a plaid blanket, and comfy slippers …Just imagine how great it would be if they also had a heating feature...

Heated slippers have long since moved from the realm of fantasy into reality: on one famous Chinese online platform, you can find a huge selection of self-heating slippers to keep your feet warm while you’re coding, gaming or memscrolling. These slippers come in all sorts of styles: traditional ones, or cute ones shaped like puppies, kittens, bunnies, and even crocodiles (probably for the hardcore users). They plug into a USB port and don’t need any drivers, so they’re good to go with any operating system. The heating element is in the sole, and you can adjust the temperature from 86 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit. Pretty neat, isn’t it?

But IMHO these slippers should have a software timer and a feature that zaps the owner when they miss a deadline.

USB Fridge

Speaking of comfort, let’s remember that while it’s important to keep your feet warm, your beer should stay cold. That’s exactly why the innovative Chinese retail industry has rolled out tiny USB fridges designed to hold a single can of your favorite beverage.

This mini fridge actually looks like a real fridge, so there’s no chance of mistaking its purpose. Having such a device nearby saves you from having to make constant trips to the office fridge. "It's a bit disappointing that the internal volume is limited, but online I've come across USB mini-fridges that can accommodate even two standard beer cans. After all, everyone can find an appliance that suits their needs.

Of course, a USB fridge is mostly for a gag. It’s not going to keep your food stash safe during the zombie apocalypse, and it won’t chill your drink to Siberian winter levels. But imagine the satisfaction of pulling out an ice-cold cola in the middle of the workday while your coworkers keep sipping warm water from their boring mugs!

Bamboo Keyboard

I’ve seen all kinds of keyboards in my life: сustom ones with buttons that make satisfying clicks, cheap rubbery ones from the local supermarket made of rough plastic, and metal ones that could crack walnuts, but a keyboard and mouse made entirely of bamboo that’s a first for me. Yep, you heard that right: USB keyboards made from the same stuff pandas and trendy interior designers love. And they are produced behind the Great Wall of China as well.

According to the short descriptions on online stores, bamboo keyboards are eco-friendly, pleasant for touching and great at soaking up the sweat (and tears) of hardworking programmers. Also, the makers claim that the bamboo body prevents static electricity buildup. So, if your fluffy cat likes to nap on your keyboard, you definitely need a bamboo one.

Other features include «water resistance» (probably for tears when you see the price), and «high durability and reliability when dropped" — meaning you can throw at a coworker with minimal damage to the keyboard itself. And they really emphasize the environmental angle: «ensuring ecology and natural degradation. » So, it allows you to degrade in an eco-friendly way.

As for me, now I know exactly what I want from Santa for this Christmas. With a bamboo keyboard even writing a spam bot in Python could feel like a nature meditation session, but without the mosquitoes and ticks. It’s the perfect balance between modern tech and timeless values.

At the very least, I’ve confirmed that Chinese vendors can make keyboards even out of sticks. I already knew what their mass-market keyboards are made from before.

Virtual Laser Keyboard

Continuing our discussion about keyboards, we can’t forget the virtual laser or projection keyboards. Yeah, it’s almost like that cool gadget from sci-fi movies where holographic keys pop up out of nowhere and the hero starts tapping and hacking the Pentagon.

A projection laser keyboard is pretty simply designed. Its main component is a battery-powered laser projector that charges (or can run continuously) via USB. It projects an image of the keys on a flat surface and directs an invisible infrared beam over each key. When your finger breaks the beam, it registers as a key press and sends that signal to the computer either via USB cable or Bluetooth. Some models use optical sensors instead of infrared beams.

This keyboard is super compact; the projector fits easily in your pocket, but let’s be real, its practical use ends there. First off, you can’t use it outside in daylight — it’s only going to work well on a flat surface in a dimly lit room. However, all great things are done in the dark, right? Secondly, projection keyboards struggle with multiple simultaneous key presses and often freeze up when you type quickly. So, if you don't have skinny fingers, the chance of hitting the wrong key goes way up — this isn’t like a mechanical keyboard with a satisfying tactile response. Lastly, you can’t shake out a pound of breadcrumbs from a laser keyboard to have a snack on for a few days. And imagine the sound. Not from key presses (there aren’t any), but from the amazed reactions of your colleagues when they see you typing on an invisible keyboard. Maybe getting one of these weird gadgets is worth it just for that.

USB Air Fresheners

After the COVID pandemic, many of us lost our sense of smell for a while. USB air fresheners can help bring it back — these small devices look like flash drives, plug into your computer or laptop’s USB port and start emitting scents like citrus or lavender (optionally).

Inside the device, there’s a cartridge soaked with aromatic oil that heats up, filling the air with pleasant smells. There are USB air fresheners with a single scent and ones with replaceable cartridges (or a pipette to drop in your favorite scent). It’s kind of these aromatic sticks for meditation, but with the use of high technology.

The advantage is obvious: you don’t have to worry about breaking an oil lamp and spilling it everywhere. But there are downsides too: the scents can be too intense. So if you plug in an air freshener with a coffee scent, don’t be surprised if the entire development team materializes near your desk with the testers nearby. On the flip side, in an office where everyone has allergies or can’t stand certain smells, this gadget might become a source of conflict.

All in all, a USB air freshener can make your workday a bit more pleasant and maybe even lift your spirits. Especially if your aromatherapy starts early in the morning after a stinky bus ride.

USB fish tank

The USB fish tank is rounding out our gadget digest. This is a small aquarium powered by a USB port, designed for 2-3 tiny fish. Moreover, it includes an organizer for your office supplies, a desk lamp, a clock, an alarm, a thermometer, a calendar, and a portable speaker with sounds of nature. It’s also got a water filter, lighting, and heating. The kit even includes fake plants and decorative stones for that authentic aquarium vibe.

This device is both useless and funny: now you can have a tiny piece of the ocean on your desk instead of a growing mold in your tea mug. The first question that comes to mind — how do the fish feel in such a small space? Surprisingly they’re pretty okay, as long as you don’t try to fit an Atlantic tuna in there. It has a closed water filtration and aeration system, so a couple of small fish will fit there comfortably. Nevertheless fish don’t need walks or bark at the neighbors — perfect office pets. Just remember to feed them and change the water occasionally.

An office fish tank has all chances to grab everyone’s attention. Be ready for everyone to want to check out your underwater friends, and some might even decide to get their own. You, as the pioneer of USB fish farming, will be able to give tips and share your experience. At the very least, with this gadget, your office might finally get another «office plankton» to compete with.

As goofy as these gadgets might seem, they show that technology isn’t just about functionality — it’s also about the fun of using them. They add a playing element to our lives, letting us feel a bit like kids in a world full of responsibilities and stress. These gadgets make our daily routine a bit more interesting and our workspaces a bit cozier. And that’s their main purpose.

Access to Large Language Models via API from the Control panel!

Serverspace.us — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 14:21:38 +0000

We've launched a new service: now you can access large language models (LLM) via API directly from your control panel. Multiple use cases:

— Automate customer support: get accurate answers to user queries.
— Create content: generate articles and promotional materials.
— Translate languages: translate texts and documents instantly.
— Develop chatbots: create smart virtual assistants to optimize business processes.

In common with our partner Ainergy, we offer you access to the Openchat-3.5-0106 model, which outperforms Grok-1 and ChatGPT (version 3.5 dated March 2023) on popular benchmarks. We plan to expand the model library in the future.

Want to learn more? Read the full press release on our website!

New Data Center in UAE - Equinix DX1!

Serverspace.us — Mon, 20 May 2024 13:07:56 +0000

Serverspace expands its presence in the Middle East by connecting the Equinix DX1 data center in Dubai. Users can now deploy cloud infrastructure in the UAE using the hyperconverged vStack platform or VMware virtualization platform.

Key features of the Equinix DX1 data center:

Electrical power: 5.6 MW
N+1 backup power supply
N+20% cooling system
Compliance with international standards Tier III, ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and PCI DSS
vStack-R-SL201-25RE servers with 16-core Intel Xeon Gold 3.0 GHz CPUs

DX1 is part of the Equinix, Inc. data center network, a leader in the design, development, and support of modern data infrastructures.

📍 Our data centers: New Jersey, Amsterdam, Toronto, São Paulo, Istanbul, Almaty, and Dubai. More locations coming soon!

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Serverspace on board!

Serverspace.us — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:05:13 +0000

Introducing Falconcloud in the UAE!

We're excited to announce that our UAE colleagues has successfully launched Falconcloud. This new provider allows businesses operating in the region to effortlessly pay for the cloud services in dirhams (AED) via local banks in the United Arab Emirates.

Adhering to the high standards synonymous with Serverspace, Falconcloud.ae provides a comprehensive suite of main (VPS, Cloud Servers, Networks, etc) and additional services. It facilitates the establishment of cloud infrastructures with top-tier equipment across a global network of locations.

The Middle East, known for its dynamic economic development and vast opportunities, is an ideal setting for the adoption of cloud computing. These technologies enable organizations to scale and adapt their IT resources according to the demands of their projects, fostering growth in the market as the advantages of cloud-based solutions become more widely acknowledged.

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10 GitHub Repos for Mastering JavaScript

Serverspace.us — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 13:10:10 +0000

Achieving mastery in JavaScript is a commendable goal, and GitHub hosts numerous resources and repositories that can significantly help in this journey. Here are 10 highly recommended GitHub repositories that cover a broad range of JavaScript topics from basics to advanced concepts, including best practices, patterns, frameworks, and more.

- JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures

Repository: trekhleb/javascript-algorithms

Description: This repository contains JavaScript-based examples of many popular algorithms and data structures. Each algorithm and data structure has its own separate README with related explanations and links for further reading (including ones to YouTube videos).

- You Don’t Know JS (book series)

Repository: getify/You-Dont-Know-JS

Description: This is a book series on JavaScript that aims to enlighten you to the core mechanisms of the JavaScript language. It’s a deep dive into how JavaScript really works and is written by Kyle Simpson, one of the industry's top educators.

- JavaScript30

Repository: wesbos/JavaScript30

Description: This repository provides 30-day vanilla JS coding challenge. Build 30 things in 30 days with 30 tutorials. No frameworks, no compilers, no libraries, no boilerplate.

- Node.js Best Practices

Repository: goldbergyoni/nodebestpractices

Description: The largest Node.js best practices list (June 2022). This repository covers best practices for building and coding Node.js applications.

- Clean Code JavaScript

Repository: ryanmcdermott/clean-code-javascript

Description: This repository adapts Robert C. Martin’s book "Clean Code" principles for JavaScript. It provides a guide to producing readable, reusable, and refactorable software in JavaScript.

- Airbnb JavaScript Style Guide

Repository: airbnb/javascript

Description: A very popular JavaScript style guide, linter, and snippets. This repository helps developers write code that is consistent and easy to read within their team.

- Functional Light JS

Repository: getify/Functional-Light-JS

Description: This book and repository aim to introduce the world of functional programming to JavaScript developers. Approachable for those new to the concept, it aims to improve JavaScript coding using the functional paradigm.

- 33 JS Concepts

Repository: leonardomso/33-js-concepts

Description: Every JavaScript developer should know these 33 concepts. It's a great resource for deepening your JavaScript knowledge by learning about under-the-hood mechanics, concepts, and tricks.

- Modern JavaScript Cheatsheet

Repository: mbeaudru/modern-js-cheatsheet

Description: An exhaustive reference to JavaScript, including compatibility and feature introductions to ensure developers are using JS effectively.

- Awesome JavaScript

Repository: sorrycc/awesome-javascript

Description: This is a community-curated list of awesome JavaScript libraries, resources, and shiny things. It includes frameworks, tools, tutorials, and much more to help developers at any skill level enhance their JavaScript knowledge and skills.

These repositories offer diverse learning paths from reading material, practical projects, to best practices and style guides, each playing a crucial role in mastering JavaScript. Be sure to dive into each one according to your personal learning style and development needs!