Elden Ring: Elder Dragon Greyoll (Dragonbarrow) Boss Fight
Posted in Elden Ring September 17, 2025 at 9:20:35 PM UTC
Elder Dragon Greyoll is in the lowest tier of bosses in Elden Ring, Field Bosses, and is found outdoors near Fort Faroth in the Northern part of Caelid known as Dragonbarrow. Actually, I’m not sure if it’s correct to call it a field boss as it doesn’t have a boss health bar and it doesn’t show an Enemy Felled message when it’s killed, but considering its size, uniqueness and my perceived difficulty of the fight, I’d say it’s a Field Boss, so that’s what I’m going with. Like most lesser bosses in the game, this one is optional in the sense that you do not need to defeat it in order to advance the main story. Read more...

Fermenting Beer with Lallemand LalBrew BRY-97 Yeast
Posted in Yeasts September 17, 2025 at 9:16:04 PM UTC
Lallemand LalBrew BRY-97 is a dry Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain, marketed by Lallemand. It was chosen from the Siebel Institute Culture Collection for clean, top-fermented ales. This BRY-97 review covers the strain's background, typical performance, and best handling practices for both homebrew and commercial batches. This yeast is seen as an American West Coast ale yeast. It has a neutral to lightly estery aroma, high flocculation, and high attenuation. It also exhibits β-glucosidase activity, which can enhance hop biotransformation, making it ideal for hop-forward styles. Read more...

Hops in Beer Brewing: Nordgaard
Posted in Hops September 17, 2025 at 9:14:39 PM UTC
Beer brewing is an art that demands precision and the right ingredients. The choice of hop varieties is critical in crafting unique beers. Nordgaard Hops have become popular among brewers for their distinct characteristics. Nordgaard Hops add to the flavor and aroma of beer, making them a valuable addition to brewing recipes. Knowing how to effectively use these hops can significantly improve your beer's quality. Read more...

Fermenting Beer with Fermentis SafSour LP 652 Bacteria
Posted in Yeasts September 15, 2025 at 7:14:16 PM UTC
SafSour LP 652™ is a dry lactic acid bacteria product from Fermentis, perfect for kettle souring. It uses Lactiplantibacillus plantarum, a lactic acid bacterium that turns wort sugars into lactic acid. This process has minimal byproducts, leading to rapid acidification and distinct flavors. The formulation boasts viable cells over 10^11 CFU/g, carried by maltodextrin. It comes in 100 g packaging and is E2U™ certified. This certification allows for direct pitching into non-hopped wort, streamlining sour beer fermentation for both home brewers and commercial brewhouses. Read more...

Hops in Beer Brewing: Lucan
Posted in Hops September 15, 2025 at 7:12:49 PM UTC
Beer brewing is an art that requires a deep understanding of various ingredients, including hops. Lucan hops, hailing from the Czech Republic, are known for their distinct flavor and aroma. They add a unique touch to beer. Lucan hops have a low alpha acid content, typically around 4%. This makes them perfect for brewers aiming to add unique characteristics to their beers without a strong bitterness. Their use in brewing enables the creation of complex and balanced flavors. Read more...

Fermenting Beer with CellarScience Hazy Yeast
Posted in Yeasts September 14, 2025 at 8:57:30 AM UTC
This article offers a detailed look at using CellarScience Hazy Yeast for fermenting New England IPAs and Hazy Pale Ales. It draws from verified product details from CellarScience and community feedback on HomeBrewTalk and MoreBeer. The goal is to provide U.S. homebrewers with clear, practical steps for hazy IPA fermentation. Read more...

Hops in Beer Brewing: Hersbrucker
Posted in Hops September 14, 2025 at 8:56:16 AM UTC
Hersbrucker is a noble hop variety from Southern Germany, known for its unique flavor and aroma profile. Originating from the Hersbruck region, this hop variety has become a popular choice among brewers for creating distinctive beers. The distinctive characteristics of Hersbrucker make it an ideal choice for various beer styles. It offers brewers a versatile ingredient for crafting delicious beers. Read more...

Fermenting Beer with CellarScience Baja Yeast
Posted in Yeasts September 13, 2025 at 11:01:57 PM UTC
This article delves into CellarScience Baja Yeast, focusing on homebrewers in the United States. It explores performance, recipe design, practical tips, troubleshooting, storage, and community feedback. The goal is to help brewers achieve clean, crisp Mexican-style lagers. CellarScience Baja is a high-performance dry lager yeast available in 11 g packs. Homebrewers praise its consistent attenuation, quick fermentation start, and minimal off-flavors. This makes it an excellent choice for brewing cerveza-like beers. Read more...

Fermenting Beer with Lallemand LalBrew BRY-97 Yeast
Posted in Yeasts September 17, 2025 at 9:16:04 PM UTC
Lallemand LalBrew BRY-97 is a dry Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain, marketed by Lallemand. It was chosen from the Siebel Institute Culture Collection for clean, top-fermented ales. This BRY-97 review covers the strain's background, typical performance, and best handling practices for both homebrew and commercial batches. This yeast is seen as an American West Coast ale yeast. It has a neutral to lightly estery aroma, high flocculation, and high attenuation. It also exhibits β-glucosidase activity, which can enhance hop biotransformation, making it ideal for hop-forward styles. Read more...

Hops in Beer Brewing: Nordgaard
Posted in Hops September 17, 2025 at 9:14:39 PM UTC
Beer brewing is an art that demands precision and the right ingredients. The choice of hop varieties is critical in crafting unique beers. Nordgaard Hops have become popular among brewers for their distinct characteristics. Nordgaard Hops add to the flavor and aroma of beer, making them a valuable addition to brewing recipes. Knowing how to effectively use these hops can significantly improve your beer's quality. Read more...

Fermenting Beer with Fermentis SafSour LP 652 Bacteria
Posted in Yeasts September 15, 2025 at 7:14:16 PM UTC
SafSour LP 652™ is a dry lactic acid bacteria product from Fermentis, perfect for kettle souring. It uses Lactiplantibacillus plantarum, a lactic acid bacterium that turns wort sugars into lactic acid. This process has minimal byproducts, leading to rapid acidification and distinct flavors. The formulation boasts viable cells over 10^11 CFU/g, carried by maltodextrin. It comes in 100 g packaging and is E2U™ certified. This certification allows for direct pitching into non-hopped wort, streamlining sour beer fermentation for both home brewers and commercial brewhouses. Read more...

SHA3-512 Hash Code Calculator
Posted in Hash Functions February 10, 2025 at 4:51:44 PM UTC
Hash code calculator that uses the Secure Hash Algorithm 3 512 bit (SHA3-512) hash function to calculate a hash code based on text input or file upload. Read more...

SHA3-384 Hash Code Calculator
Posted in Hash Functions February 10, 2025 at 4:51:24 PM UTC
Hash code calculator that uses the Secure Hash Algorithm 3 384 bit (SHA3-384) hash function to calculate a hash code based on text input or file upload. Read more...

SHA3-256 Hash Code Calculator
Posted in Hash Functions February 10, 2025 at 4:51:06 PM UTC
Hash code calculator that uses the Secure Hash Algorithm 3 256 bit (SHA3-256) hash function to calculate a hash code based on text input or file upload. Read more...

Elden Ring: Elder Dragon Greyoll (Dragonbarrow) Boss Fight
Posted in Elden Ring September 17, 2025 at 9:20:35 PM UTC
Elder Dragon Greyoll is in the lowest tier of bosses in Elden Ring, Field Bosses, and is found outdoors near Fort Faroth in the Northern part of Caelid known as Dragonbarrow. Actually, I’m not sure if it’s correct to call it a field boss as it doesn’t have a boss health bar and it doesn’t show an Enemy Felled message when it’s killed, but considering its size, uniqueness and my perceived difficulty of the fight, I’d say it’s a Field Boss, so that’s what I’m going with. Like most lesser bosses in the game, this one is optional in the sense that you do not need to defeat it in order to advance the main story. Read more...

Elden Ring: Bell-Bearing Hunter (Isolated Merchant's Shack) Boss Fight
Posted in Elden Ring August 14, 2025 at 6:34:21 AM UTC
Bell-Bearing Hunter is in the lowest tier of bosses in Elden Ring, Field Bosses, and is found outdoors near the Isolated Merchant’s Shack, but only if you rest by the Site of Grace inside the shack at night. Like most lesser bosses in the game, this one is optional in the sense that you do not need to defeat it in order to advance the main story. Read more...

Elden Ring: Godskin Apostle (Divine Tower of Caelid) Boss Fight
Posted in Elden Ring August 14, 2025 at 6:33:02 AM UTC
Godskin Apostle is in the middle tier of bosses in Elden Ring, Greater Enemy Bosses, and is at the bottom inside the Divine Tower of Caelid. Like most lesser bosses in the game, this one is optional in the sense that you do not need to defeat it in order to advance the main story. Read more...

The Best Plum Varieties and Trees to Grow in Your Garden
Posted in Fruits and Vegetables September 13, 2025 at 11:00:00 PM UTC
Plum trees offer an incredible combination of beauty and bounty for home gardeners. These versatile fruit trees not only provide delicious, nutritious harvests but also enhance your landscape with stunning spring blossoms and attractive foliage. Growing your own plums allows you to enjoy varieties rarely found in stores, often with superior flavor and freshness. Plus, the spring flowers attract beneficial pollinators that help your entire garden thrive. Whether you have a spacious yard or a modest garden plot, there's a perfect plum variety waiting to transform your outdoor space into a productive paradise. Read more...

Guide to Growing Perfect Pears: Top Varieties and Tips
Posted in Fruits and Vegetables September 12, 2025 at 2:48:21 PM UTC
Growing pears in your home garden offers multiple rewards that few other fruit trees can match. These elegant trees provide stunning spring blossoms, attractive summer foliage, and delicious autumn fruit that can be enjoyed fresh or preserved. Pear trees are remarkably adaptable to various climates across the United States, with certain varieties thriving in zones 4-9. Whether you have a spacious backyard or a modest garden plot, there's likely a pear variety that will fit your space – from compact dwarf trees perfect for small gardens to standard-sized specimens that create an impressive landscape focal point. Read more...

Top 15 Most Beautiful Rhododendron Varieties to Transform Your Garden
Posted in Flowers September 11, 2025 at 10:29:29 PM UTC
Rhododendrons are the royalty of flowering shrubs, bringing magnificent blooms and year-round structure to gardens of all sizes. With thousands of varieties available, these versatile plants offer something for every garden setting—from compact dwarf varieties perfect for containers to towering specimens that create dramatic focal points. In this guide, we'll explore 15 of the most beautiful rhododendron varieties that can transform your outdoor space into a breathtaking display of color and texture. Read more...

The Best Fitness Activities for a Healthy Lifestyle
Posted in Exercise July 11, 2025 at 1:27:24 PM UTC
Finding the right fitness activities can transform your health journey from a chore into an enjoyable lifestyle. The perfect exercise routine combines effectiveness with sustainability, keeping you motivated while delivering results. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore and rank the 10 best fitness activities for a healthy lifestyle, helping you discover options that align with your personal goals, preferences, and fitness level. Read more...

A Round-Up of the Most Beneficial Food Supplements
Posted in Nutrition July 11, 2025 at 1:12:28 PM UTC
The world of dietary supplements can be overwhelming, with countless options promising remarkable health benefits. Americans spend billions annually on nutritional supplements, yet many wonder which ones truly deliver results. This comprehensive guide examines the most beneficial food supplements backed by scientific research, helping you make informed choices for your health and wellness journey. Read more...

A Round-Up of the Most Healthy and Nutritious Foods
Posted in Nutrition July 10, 2025 at 9:26:56 AM UTC
Incorporating nutrient-dense foods into your daily diet is one of the most powerful steps you can take toward better health. These foods deliver maximum nutrition with minimal calories, helping your body thrive while supporting weight management, disease prevention, and overall vitality. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the most healthy and nutritious foods backed by science, along with practical ways to enjoy them every day. Read more...

Growing Tree Algorithm Maze Generator
Posted in Maze Generators February 7, 2025 at 4:28:17 PM UTC
Maze generator using the Growing Tree algorithm to create a perfect maze. This algorithm tends to generate mazes similar to the Hunt and Kill algorithm, but with a somewhat different typical solution. Read more...

Hunt and Kill Maze Generator
Posted in Maze Generators February 7, 2025 at 4:27:57 PM UTC
Maze generator using the Hunt and Kill algorithm to create a perfect maze. This algorithm is similar to the Recursive Backtracker, but tends to generate mazes with somewhat less long, winding corridors. Read more...

Eller's Algorithm Maze Generator
Posted in Maze Generators February 7, 2025 at 4:27:34 PM UTC
Maze generator using Eller's algorithm to create a perfect maze. This algorithm is interesting as it only requires keeping the current row (not the entire maze) in memory, so it can be used to create very, very large mazes even on very limited systems. Read more...

Visual Studio Hangs on Startup While Loading Recent Projects
Posted in Dynamics 365 June 26, 2025 at 1:41:25 PM UTC
Every once in a while, Visual Studio will start hanging on the startup screen while loading the list of recent projects. Once it starts doing so, it tends to keep doing it a lot and you will often have to restart Visual Studio several times, and typically have to wait several minutes between attempts to make progress. This article covers the most likely cause of the problem and how to solve it. Read more...

Disjoint Set (Union-Find Algorithm) in PHP
Posted in PHP February 3, 2025 at 5:26:16 PM UTC
This article features a PHP implementation of the Disjoint Set data structure, commonly used for Union-Find in minimum spanning tree algorithms. Read more...

Put Dynamics 365 FO Virtual Machine Dev or Test into Maintenance Mode
Posted in Dynamics 365 March 29, 2023 at 6:27:27 PM UTC
In this article, I explain how to put a Dynamics 365 for Operations development machine into maintenance mode by using a couple of simple SQL statements. Read more...

Notepad and Snipping Tool in Wrong Language on Windows 11
Posted in Windows July 12, 2025 at 7:53:56 PM UTC
My laptop was originally set up in Danish by mistake, but I prefer all devices to run in English, so I changed the system language. Strangely, in a few places, it would keep the Danish language, most notable Notepad and Snipping Tool still appearing with their Danish titles. After a bit of research, it fortunately turned out that the fix is pretty simple ;-) Read more...

Replacing a Failed Drive in an mdadm Array on Ubuntu
Posted in GNU/Linux October 30, 2020 at 4:10:40 PM UTC
If you're in the dreaded situation of having a drive failure in an mdadm RAID array, this article explains how to correctly replace it on an Ubuntu system. Read more...

How to Force Kill a Process in GNU/Linux
Posted in GNU/Linux October 29, 2020 at 5:14:46 PM UTC
This article explains how to identify a hanging process and forcefully killing it off in Ubuntu. Read more...