https://mecanik.dev/en/Recent content in Web Development, Programming, Security & AI | [ Mecanik Dev ] on [ MECANIK DEV ]Hugo -- gohugo.ioenCopyright © 2020-2026 by [ MECANIK DEV ]. All Rights Reserved.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/products/easy-cloudflare-images/Mon, 19 May 2025 18:10:24 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/products/easy-cloudflare-images/A tool designed to facilitate the usage of Cloudflare Images service, with a friendly to use interface for both technical and non-technical users. Take advantage of Cloudflare Images service to store, optimize and deliver images globally. Your Cloudflare API keys are stored locally on your machine with strong encryption. Nothing is transmitted or stored externally. For extra peace of mind, you can restrict your API tokens by IP directly in the Cloudflare dashboard, making a leaked token useless.https://mecanik.dev/en/products/easy-cloudflare-r2/Sun, 08 Mar 2026 03:40:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/products/easy-cloudflare-r2/A tool designed to simplify the management of Cloudflare R2 object storage, with a friendly interface for both technical and non-technical users. Browse buckets, upload and download files, manage object metadata, and organise your storage, all from a clean desktop application that connects directly to your Cloudflare account. Your Cloudflare API keys are stored locally on your machine with strong encryption. Nothing is transmitted or stored externally. For extra peace of mind, you can restrict your API tokens by IP directly in the Cloudflare dashboard, making a leaked token useless.https://mecanik.dev/en/products/easy-cloudflare-d1/Sat, 28 Feb 2026 05:50:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/products/easy-cloudflare-d1/A tool designed to simplify the management of Cloudflare D1 serverless SQL databases, with a friendly interface for both technical and non-technical users. Browse tables, run queries, import and export data, edit rows in place, and design schemas visually - all from a clean desktop application that connects directly to your Cloudflare account. Your Cloudflare API keys are stored locally on your machine with strong encryption. Nothing is transmitted or stored externally.https://mecanik.dev/en/products/easy-cloudflare-kv/Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/products/easy-cloudflare-kv/A tool designed to simplify the management of Cloudflare Workers KV namespaces and key-value pairs, with a friendly interface for both technical and non-technical users. Browse namespaces, manage keys with TTL and metadata, search and filter large datasets, and monitor usage analytics, all from a clean desktop application that connects directly to your Cloudflare account. Your Cloudflare API keys are stored locally on your machine with strong encryption. Nothing is transmitted or stored externally.https://mecanik.dev/en/security-acknowledgements/Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/security-acknowledgements/Last updated: 07.03.2026 IntroductionWe would like to thank the following security researchers for responsibly disclosing vulnerabilities and helping us improve the security of our services. If you have found a vulnerability, please review our Vulnerability Disclosure Policy to learn how to report it. Hall of FameNo submissions yet. Be the first to responsibly disclose a vulnerability!https://mecanik.dev/en/vulnerability-disclosure-policy/Sat, 07 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/vulnerability-disclosure-policy/Last updated: 07.03.2026 Introduction[ MECANIK DEV ] takes the security of its systems and services seriously. We value the work of security researchers who help us improve our security posture. This policy describes how to report vulnerabilities to us and what you can expect in return. ScopeThis policy applies to the following domains and services: mecanik.dev members.mecanik.dev api.mecanik.dev Reporting a VulnerabilityIf you believe you have found a security vulnerability in any of our systems, please report it to us by emailing:https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/cobol-to-c++-migration/Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/cobol-to-c++-migration/A COBOL to C++ migration is one of the most impactful modernization projects an organization can take on, and also one of the most underserved. There are still roughly 220 billion lines of COBOL running in production today. Banks process trillions of dollars through it. Governments run pension systems, tax collection, and healthcare on it. Airlines book flights with it. And every year, the people who know how to maintain that code get closer to retirement, with almost nobody coming up behind them.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/c++-vs-rust-memory-safety-practical-examples-with-modern-c++/Sun, 15 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/c++-vs-rust-memory-safety-practical-examples-with-modern-c++/The memory safety discussion between C++ and Rust has become one of the most active topics in software engineering. Government agencies have weighed in, conference talks are dedicated to it, and opinions run strong on both sides. Let me be upfront: Rust is an excellent language. Its ownership model and borrow checker are genuinely innovative, and they catch entire categories of bugs at compile time. If you’re starting a new project and Rust fits your team and ecosystem, that’s a great choice.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/base64-decode/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/base64-decode/Paste a Base64 string below and click Decode to convert it back to plain text. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/base64-encode/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/base64-encode/Paste your text below and click Encode to convert it to Base64. Supports UTF-8 text. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/cidr-calculator/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/cidr-calculator/Enter a CIDR block to calculate subnet details including network address, broadcast, usable range and subnet mask. All processing happens in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/color-converter/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/color-converter/Enter a color value in HEX, RGB, or HSL format and see it converted to all other formats instantly. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/cron-parser/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/cron-parser/Enter a cron expression to see its human-readable description, field breakdown and next 10 execution times. All processing happens in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/css-minify/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/css-minify/Paste your CSS and click Beautify to format it with proper indentation, or Minify to compress it. All processing happens in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/dns-lookup/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/dns-lookup/Enter a domain name to query its DNS records. Results are fetched from Cloudflare’s DNS resolver.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/hash-generator/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/hash-generator/Enter text below to generate MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256 and SHA-512 hashes simultaneously. Uses the Web Crypto API. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/hex-decode/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/hex-decode/Paste a hexadecimal string below and click Decode to convert it back to text. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/hex-encode/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/hex-encode/Paste your text below and click Encode to convert it to a hexadecimal string. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/html-entity-decode/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/html-entity-decode/Paste HTML-encoded text below and click Decode to convert entities back to characters. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/html-entity-encode/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/html-entity-encode/Paste HTML or text below and click Encode to escape special characters as HTML entities. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/http-headers/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/http-headers/Enter a URL to inspect its HTTP response headers and security header configuration.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/image-to-base64/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/image-to-base64/Select an image file to convert it to a Base64 encoded string. Toggle the data URI prefix for ready-to-use CSS/HTML output. All processing happens in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/ip-lookup/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/ip-lookup/Enter an IP address to look up its geographic location and network details. Leave blank to look up your own IP.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/json-formatter/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/json-formatter/Paste your JSON below to format, validate or minify it. Choose your indentation level. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/jwt-decoder/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/jwt-decoder/Paste a JWT below to decode and inspect its header, payload and signature. Note: this tool does not verify signatures. 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Customise length and character types. All processing happens locally in your browser using the Web Crypto API.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/regex-tester/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/regex-tester/Enter a regular expression and test string below. Matches are highlighted in real time. Supports JavaScript regex flags. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/ssl-check/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/ssl-check/Enter a domain to check its SSL/TLS certificates via Certificate Transparency logs.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/text-analyzer/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/text-analyzer/Paste or type text to get instant statistics: characters, words, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/text-diff/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/text-diff/Paste two blocks of text to compare them side by side. Differences are highlighted line by line. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/timestamp-converter/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/timestamp-converter/Convert between Unix epoch timestamps and human-readable date/time formats. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/url-decode/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/url-decode/Paste a percent-encoded URL string below and click Decode to convert it back to readable text. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/url-encode/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/url-encode/Paste your text below and click Encode to percent-encode it for safe use in URLs. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/uuid-generator/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/uuid-generator/Generate UUIDs in versions 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7. Choose a version, pick your options, and click Generate. All processing happens locally in your browser.https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/whois-lookup/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/tools/whois-lookup/Enter a domain name to look up its registration and ownership information via RDAP.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/openai-chatgpt-5-vs-grok-4-which-one-creates-better-python-code/Tue, 12 Aug 2025 18:10:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/openai-chatgpt-5-vs-grok-4-which-one-creates-better-python-code/When it comes to AI-assisted coding, OpenAI ChatGPT 5 and Grok 4 are two of the hottest tools of 2025. Both claim to write Python code with high accuracy and efficiency, but which one actually delivers cleaner, more maintainable scripts in real-world scenarios? In this article, we’ll pit ChatGPT 5 and Grok 4 against each other in multiple Python challenges. We will review code correctness, readability, execution speed, and adaptability when given tricky prompts.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-5-review-features-improvements-real-world-performance/Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:50:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-5-review-features-improvements-real-world-performance/ChatGPT 5 has officially arrived, and it’s already making waves in the AI world. Building on the success of GPT-4, OpenAI’s latest release isn’t just about raw intelligence, it’s about speed, accuracy, and adaptability. In this hands-on ChatGPT 5 review, I’ll walk you through my hands-on experience with ChatGPT 5, highlight the standout features, and help you decide whether it’s worth your time if you’re already using GPT-4. What’s New in ChatGPT 5OpenAI has tightened up the architecture, refined training methods, and added more safety guardrails - but here are the changes you’ll actually feel when you use it:https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tiny-bpe-trainer-a-fast-and-lightweight-bpe-trainer-in-c++/Thu, 07 Aug 2025 20:00:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tiny-bpe-trainer-a-fast-and-lightweight-bpe-trainer-in-c++/Introducing Tiny BPE TrainerMost modern NLP models today from GPT to RoBERTa, rely on subword tokenization using Byte Pair Encoding (BPE). But what if you want to train your own vocabulary in pure C++? Meet Tiny BPE Trainer - a blazing-fast, header-only BPE trainer written in modern C++17/20, with zero dependencies, full UTF-8 support, and HuggingFace-compatible output (vocab.txt, merges.txt). Why Another BPE Trainer?Because existing options are often: Python-only, with heavy runtime dependencies (Rust, Protobuf, etc.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/a-fast-utf-8-aware-c++-tokenizer-for-nlp-ml/Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/a-fast-utf-8-aware-c++-tokenizer-for-nlp-ml/Introducing Modern Text TokenizerModern natural language processing (NLP) models like BERT, DistilBERT, and other transformer-based architectures rely heavily on effective tokenization. But C++ developers often face limited options like bloated dependencies, poor Unicode support, or lack of compatibility with vocab-based encoders. That’s why I created Modern Text Tokenizer - a blazing-fast, header-only C++ tokenizer that’s UTF-8 aware, zero-dependency, and ML-ready out of the box. What Makes It Unique? Zero Dependencies – No Boost, no ICU, no external libs.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-vs-gemini-vs-grok-vs-deepseek-vs-claude/Thu, 31 Jul 2025 20:45:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-vs-gemini-vs-grok-vs-deepseek-vs-claude/In this post we will compare ChatGPT vs Gemini vs Grok vs Deepseek vs Claude for several uses cases to understand which one suits best for your needs using the available free models. What we will test are the following things: Code generation Content generation Problem solving What we will compare are the following aspects: Generation Speed Code/Content Quality/Plagiarism Limitations Robustness Readability Bugs/Issues As a reminder, all the tests are executed using free models only.https://mecanik.dev/en/services/cobol-migration/Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/cobol-migration/What is IncludedProfessional COBOL migration services that transform legacy mainframe applications into modern C++ software. I handle everything from initial code analysis to final deployment and parallel validation. Assessment & Planning Tier Full COBOL Code Audit: Static analysis and manual review of all programs, copybooks, JCL, and data dependencies Complexity and Risk Report: Detailed breakdown of program complexity, dead code, risk areas, and migration priorities Target Architecture Design: C++ module structure, data layer design, and deployment model for your target platform Migration Roadmap: Phased timeline with milestones, resource estimates, and recommended migration sequence Data Migration Strategy: Plan for converting VSAM, flat files, and DB2 to modern storage formats Executive Summary: Non-technical overview for stakeholders with cost-benefit analysis and risk assessment Full Migration TierEverything in the Assessment & Planning tier, plus:https://mecanik.dev/en/cobol-migration/Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/cobol-migration/Frequently Asked Questions About COBOL Migration How long does a typical COBOL migration take? It depends on the size and complexity of your COBOL codebase. A focused application with 10,000 to 50,000 lines of COBOL typically takes 2 to 4 months. Larger systems with hundreds of programs and extensive batch processing may take 6 months or longer. The discovery phase gives you a realistic timeline before work begins. Will the migrated application produce the same output as the COBOL original?https://mecanik.dev/en/ai-integration-services/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/ai-integration-services/Frequently Asked Questions About AI Integration Services Which AI providers do you integrate with? My AI integration services cover OpenAI (GPT-4o, GPT-4.1, o3/o4-mini), Anthropic (Claude Sonnet 4, Claude Opus 4), Google AI (Gemini 2.5 Pro/Flash), and other providers including Mistral, Cohere, and self-hosted models via Ollama. I recommend the best provider based on your quality, latency, and cost requirements. What kind of AI features can you build? Common AI integrations include customer support chatbots, content generation tools, document summarization, data extraction and classification, semantic search, code assistants, email drafting, and intelligent form pre-filling.https://mecanik.dev/en/application-security-testing/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/application-security-testing/Frequently Asked Questions About Application Security Testing What programming languages do you review in security testing? I have deep experience with C, C++, Python, PHP, JavaScript/TypeScript, and Rust. I can also review applications written in Java, C#, Go, and other languages. During scoping, I’ll confirm I can provide thorough application security testing coverage for your specific tech stack. Do you need access to our source code? For the most thorough application security testing, yes, source code access enables static analysis and manual code review.https://mecanik.dev/en/hire-cpp-developer/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/hire-cpp-developer/Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a C++ Developer What types of software do you build as a C++ developer? I specialize in desktop applications, system utilities, server daemons, and data processing tools using C/C++ and the Qt framework. Typical projects include scientific visualization software, industrial control panels, internal business tools, file processing utilities, and cross-platform productivity apps. If it needs to be fast, reliable, and run natively on a desktop, it’s in my wheelhouse.https://mecanik.dev/en/hire-qt-developer/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/hire-qt-developer/Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Qt Developer Should I use Qt Widgets or QML for my application? Qt Widgets is ideal for data-heavy desktop tools, IDE-like interfaces, and applications where native OS look-and-feel matters. QML/Qt Quick is better for custom-designed UIs, touch interfaces, embedded devices, and animation-rich experiences. I recommend the right approach during scoping based on your specific requirements and target platforms. Can you migrate my application from Qt 5 to Qt 6?https://mecanik.dev/en/symfony-developer-for-hire/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/symfony-developer-for-hire/Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Symfony Developer Why Symfony instead of Laravel? Both are excellent frameworks. Symfony excels in enterprise applications where clean architecture, long-term maintainability, and granular control matter. Its component system, strict typing support, and Dependency Injection container make it ideal for complex business applications. Laravel is often better for rapid prototyping. I recommend the best tool for your specific project during scoping. Can you modernize my legacy PHP application to Symfony?https://mecanik.dev/en/hire-web-developer/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/hire-web-developer/Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Web Developer Should I choose WordPress or Symfony for my web project? WordPress is ideal for blogs, business websites, portfolios, and content-heavy sites where you need an easy-to-use admin panel. Symfony is the right choice when you need custom business logic, complex data workflows, user portals, or API-driven applications. During our initial call I’ll recommend the best fit based on your requirements and budget.https://mecanik.dev/en/wordpress-developer-for-hire/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/wordpress-developer-for-hire/Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a WordPress Developer Why custom development instead of using a premium theme? Premium themes are built to serve thousands of different use cases, which means they ship with enormous amounts of unused code, features, and dependencies. A custom theme contains only what your site needs, resulting in faster load times, better SEO performance, easier maintenance, and stronger security. The upfront investment pays for itself in ranking improvements and lower ongoing maintenance costs.https://mecanik.dev/en/linux-server-hardening/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/linux-server-hardening/Frequently Asked Questions About Linux Server Hardening Will server hardening break my applications? No. I test all changes against your running applications before finalizing. Hardening is applied incrementally, with each change verified for compatibility. If a hardening measure conflicts with a legitimate application requirement, I document the exception and implement compensating controls instead. Which Linux distributions do you support? I support Ubuntu Server, Debian, RHEL, CentOS Stream, Rocky Linux, AlmaLinux, and Amazon Linux.https://mecanik.dev/en/api/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/api/Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do I authenticate API requests?Include your Bearer token in the Authorization header: 1Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_TOKEN Your account UUID is part of the endpoint URL: https://api.mecanik.dev/v1/client/{uuid}/tools/... What happens when I run out of credits?API calls that require more credits than your balance will return a 402 Payment Required response with a message telling you how many credits are needed and a link to purchase more. Do credits expire?No. Credits never expire.https://mecanik.dev/en/openai-api-integration/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/openai-api-integration/Frequently Asked Questions About OpenAI API Integration Which OpenAI models should I use? It depends on your use case. GPT-4o offers the best quality-to-cost ratio for most tasks. GPT-4o-mini is 10x cheaper and handles simple classification, extraction, and formatting well. GPT-4 (full) is best for complex reasoning. I implement smart routing that sends each request to the most cost-effective model based on task complexity. How do you handle OpenAI API outages?https://mecanik.dev/en/penetration-testing-services/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/penetration-testing-services/Frequently Asked Questions About Penetration Testing Services What is the difference between penetration testing and vulnerability scanning? Vulnerability scanning is automated and identifies known weaknesses from a signature database. Penetration testing goes further: I actively exploit vulnerabilities, chain them together, and test business logic to demonstrate real-world attack impact. A vulnerability scan tells you what might be wrong; a pen test shows you what an attacker can actually do. How often should I schedule penetration testing?https://mecanik.dev/en/seo-audit-service/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/seo-audit-service/Frequently Asked Questions About SEO Audits How is this SEO audit different from a free tool report? Free tools like Google Search Console, Screaming Frog, or Ahrefs provide raw data, but they don’t tell you what to prioritize, why it matters for your specific niche, or how to fix it properly. My SEO audit service interprets the data, cross-references multiple sources, and delivers a human-written action plan tailored to your site and business goals.https://mecanik.dev/en/server-security-audit/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/server-security-audit/Frequently Asked Questions About Server Security Audits Which operating systems do you audit? I audit Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022) and Linux distributions including Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS/RHEL, Rocky Linux, and AlmaLinux. Both on-premise and cloud-hosted servers (AWS EC2, Azure VMs, DigitalOcean, Hetzner, etc.) are covered by my server security audit. Do you need root or admin access for the server security audit? For a thorough server security audit, yes, I need privileged access to review OS configurations, installed packages, user accounts, and log files.https://mecanik.dev/en/technical-seo-audit/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/technical-seo-audit/Frequently Asked Questions About Technical SEO Audits How is a technical SEO audit different from a general SEO audit? A general SEO audit covers technical, on-page content, and off-page factors (backlinks, competitor analysis). A technical SEO audit focuses exclusively on infrastructure: crawlability, indexation, site architecture, rendering, performance, and structured data. It’s ideal when you know your content is good but suspect technical issues are holding back your rankings. Do I need a technical SEO audit if I use WordPress?https://mecanik.dev/en/website-security-audit/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/website-security-audit/Frequently Asked Questions About Website Security Audits Will the website security audit break my website? No. I follow responsible testing practices and we agree on rules of engagement before I start. Testing is designed to identify vulnerabilities without causing downtime, data loss, or service disruption. Ideally, testing is performed against a staging environment first. How is a manual security audit different from an automated vulnerability scan? Automated scanners (like Nessus or Qualys) are useful for surface-level detection, but they miss business logic flaws, chained exploits, and context-dependent vulnerabilities.https://mecanik.dev/en/wordpress-security-audit/Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/wordpress-security-audit/Frequently Asked Questions About WordPress Security Audits Isn't a security plugin like Wordfence enough to protect my WordPress site? Security plugins provide a baseline defense but cannot replace a professional WordPress security audit. Plugins don’t test for business logic flaws, custom code vulnerabilities, server-level misconfigurations, or chained attack scenarios. A manual audit identifies issues that automated tools fundamentally cannot detect. My WordPress site is small. Do I still need a security audit?https://mecanik.dev/en/services/ai-implementation/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/ai-implementation/What is IncludedProfessional AI integration services to add intelligent capabilities to your existing or new software and websites. I connect leading AI providers to your systems with optimized prompts, robust error handling, and production-ready code. Standard Integration Tier LLM API Integration: Connect OpenAI, Anthropic, Google AI, or other providers to your application Prompt Engineering & Optimization: Designed, tested, and optimized prompts for your specific use cases Response Processing Pipeline: Structured output parsing, validation, and error handling Rate Limiting & Cost Controls: Usage limits, caching strategies, and cost monitoring Documentation & Handover: Technical documentation and team training Bug Fix Period: 30 days of bug fixes after delivery Advanced Integration TierEverything in the Standard tier, plus:https://mecanik.dev/en/services/application-security/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/application-security/What is IncludedOur Application Security Analysis provides a thorough examination of your Windows, Linux, or macOS applications to identify vulnerabilities, insecure code patterns, and potential exploitation vectors. Assessment Tier Static Code Analysis: Automated and manual review of source code for security vulnerabilities and insecure patterns Dynamic Application Testing: Runtime analysis to identify vulnerabilities that only manifest during execution Dependency and Supply Chain Audit: Review of third-party libraries, packages, and dependencies for known vulnerabilities Authentication and Authorization Review: Analysis of authentication mechanisms, session management, and access controls Data Handling and Encryption: Review of data storage, transmission, and cryptographic implementations Input Validation and Injection Testing: Testing for SQL injection, XSS, command injection, and other input-based attacks API Security Assessment: Review of API endpoints, authentication, rate limiting, and data exposure Detailed Report: Comprehensive findings with risk ratings, proof-of-concept examples, and prioritized recommendations Full Tier (Assessment + Implementation)Everything in the Assessment tier, plus:https://mecanik.dev/en/services/seo-audit/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/seo-audit/What is IncludedOur SEO Audit service provides a comprehensive analysis of your website’s search engine optimization, identifying issues and opportunities to improve your rankings for target keywords. Audit Tier Technical SEO Audit: Full crawl analysis covering indexing, site speed, mobile usability, and Core Web Vitals On-Page Analysis: Review of title tags, meta descriptions, headings, content quality, and keyword usage Keyword Gap Analysis: Comparison against your target keywords to identify ranking opportunities Competitor Benchmarking: Analysis of top competitors to uncover strategies and content gaps Backlink Profile Review: Assessment of your link profile with toxic link identification Structured Data Assessment: Review of schema markup and rich snippet eligibility Comprehensive Report: Detailed PDF with prioritized, actionable recommendations Implementation TierIncludes everything in the Audit tier, plus hands-on implementation:https://mecanik.dev/en/services/server-security/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/server-security/What is IncludedOur Server Security Analysis provides a thorough examination of your Windows or Linux server infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and potential attack vectors. Assessment Tier Operating System Hardening Review: Analysis of OS configuration, patch levels, and security settings Network Configuration Audit: Firewall rules, open ports, network segmentation, and access controls Authentication and Access Control: User accounts, privilege escalation risks, SSH/RDP configuration Service and Application Audit: Running services, unnecessary software, and potential attack surfaces Log and Monitoring Review: Logging configuration, audit trails, and alerting mechanisms Malware and Rootkit Scanning: Detection of known threats, suspicious files, and hidden processes Detailed Report: Comprehensive findings with risk ratings and prioritized recommendations Full Tier (Assessment + Implementation)Everything in the Assessment tier, plus:https://mecanik.dev/en/services/software-development/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/software-development/What is IncludedProfessional software development services using C/C++ and Qt, specializing in high-performance desktop and server applications. Windows Only Tier Native C/C++ and Qt Development: Production-quality code following modern C++ standards Qt 6 User Interface: Modern, responsive UI with native Windows look and feel Windows API Integration: Direct Win32/COM integration where needed Performance Optimization: Multithreading, memory management, and profiling Database Integration: SQLite, PostgreSQL, or MySQL as needed Installer/Packager: MSI or NSIS installer for easy deployment Source Code Delivery: Full source code with documentation Bug Fix Period: 30 days of bug fixes after delivery Cross-Platform TierIncludes everything in the Windows tier, plus:https://mecanik.dev/en/services/website-development/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/website-development/What is IncludedProfessional website and web application development tailored to your business needs. WordPress Tier Custom Theme Development: Bespoke WordPress theme built to your design specifications Responsive Design: Optimized for mobile, tablet, and desktop devices SEO-Optimized Structure: Clean URLs, proper metadata, and semantic HTML Performance Optimization: Caching, image optimization, and CDN-ready configuration Security Hardening: WordPress security best practices and hardening Essential Plugins: Contact forms, analytics, and other core functionality CMS Training: Hands-on training and documentation for content management Bug Fix Period: 30 days of bug fixes after delivery Bespoke (Symfony) Tier Custom Architecture: Tailored Symfony application designed for your specific requirements RESTful API: Clean API design and implementation for integrations Database Design: PostgreSQL or MySQL schema design and optimization Authentication: User management with role-based access control Responsive Frontend: Twig templating with modern CSS and JavaScript Automated Testing: Unit and integration test suite Docker Deployment: Containerized deployment configuration Bug Fix Period: 30 days of bug fixes after delivery Important NoteHosting, domain registration, and any premium third-party plugins or services are not included and are the customer’s responsibility.https://mecanik.dev/en/services/website-security/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/website-security/What is IncludedOur Website Security Analysis provides a thorough examination of your website or web application to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and potential attack vectors following OWASP methodology. Assessment Tier OWASP Top 10 Assessment: Comprehensive testing against the OWASP Top 10 most critical web application security risks SSL/TLS Configuration Review: Analysis of certificate setup, cipher suites, protocol versions, and HSTS configuration Authentication and Session Management: Review of login mechanisms, password policies, session handling, and multi-factor authentication Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Testing: Detection of reflected, stored, and DOM-based XSS vulnerabilities SQL Injection and Database Security: Testing for injection vulnerabilities and database exposure Security Headers Analysis: Review of Content-Security-Policy, X-Frame-Options, and other protective headers CMS and Plugin Assessment: Review of CMS version, plugins, themes, and known vulnerabilities (WordPress, Joomla, etc.https://mecanik.dev/en/services/refund-policy/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/refund-policy/This policy applies to all professional services ordered through our website. For the full contractual terms, please see our Terms of Service . 14-Day Cancellation WindowYou may cancel your order within 14 days of payment, provided that work has not yet commenced (i.e., no assessment or implementation work has begun). In this case, a full refund will be issued for the amount paid, whether that was a full payment or a 50% deposit.https://mecanik.dev/en/services/terms/Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/services/terms/1. IntroductionThese Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern the provision of professional services including security analysis, software development, website development, and SEO auditing (“Services”) by MECANIK DEV LTD, a company registered in England and Wales under company number 17003013, with its registered office at 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ (“the Company”, “we”, “us”, “our”). By placing an order through our website, you (“the Client”, “you”, “your”) agree to be bound by these Terms.https://mecanik.dev/en/case-studies/enterprise-ai-document-processing/Sat, 01 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/case-studies/enterprise-ai-document-processing/The ChallengeA mid-size financial services company was spending approximately 120 hours per week on manual document processing. Their compliance team reviewed incoming loan applications, supporting documents, and regulatory filings. That meant classifying each document by type, extracting key data fields, and flagging anomalies. The existing workflow involved downloading documents from email and a client portal, manually reading each one, typing extracted data into their internal system, and performing basic consistency checks.https://mecanik.dev/en/case-studies/ecommerce-security-assessment/Wed, 15 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/case-studies/ecommerce-security-assessment/The ChallengeA European online retailer selling specialty electronics reached out after noticing suspicious activity in their server logs. They were running a heavily customized WooCommerce store with around 12,000 registered customers, processing roughly 800 orders per month through Stripe and PayPal. The shop had been built over 3 years by different freelancers, with several custom plugins for inventory sync, customer loyalty points, and a B2B wholesale portal. Nobody had ever done a proper security review.https://mecanik.dev/en/case-studies/iot-monitoring-desktop-app/Sun, 01 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/case-studies/iot-monitoring-desktop-app/The ChallengeAn industrial IoT company needed a desktop application for their field technicians and operations managers to monitor sensor networks deployed across manufacturing facilities. The existing solution was a web-based dashboard that suffered from: High latency: 5-10 second refresh intervals made real-time monitoring impractical Limited offline capability: Field technicians often worked in areas with unreliable connectivity Resource constraints: Running a browser alongside their other tools consumed excessive memory on the rugged laptops used in the field No local data caching: Historical trend analysis required constant server connectivity The application needed to run on both Windows 10/11 (office staff) and Ubuntu Linux (field technician laptops), handle real-time data streams from up to 500 sensors simultaneously, and work reliably with intermittent connectivity.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/does-true-ai-exist-unraveling-the-myths-and-reality/Sun, 27 Aug 2023 06:16:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/does-true-ai-exist-unraveling-the-myths-and-reality/Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been an intriguing subject, often wrapped in an enigma, driven by speculation, and enhanced with Hollywood glitz. While movies paint a picture of AI as sentient entities, filled with emotions and consciousness, one must wonder if today’s AI mirrors such representation. It’s time to uncover the reality of AI in the contemporary era. Understanding the Basics of AITo decode AI, a foundational understanding is pivotal. Artificial Intelligence fundamentally revolves around creating computer systems capable of executing tasks that traditionally mandate human intelligence.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/cloudflare-pages-register-login-and-user-system/Sat, 26 Aug 2023 16:46:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/cloudflare-pages-register-login-and-user-system/In the evolving landscape of web development, serverless applications are steadily carving their mark. Their undeniable advantages, such as unmatched scalability and robust performance, make them stand out. The beauty of serverless lies in its promise: delivering powerful solutions that not only scale effortlessly but are also budget-friendly. Ever dreamt of launching a business idea, only to be deterred by the technicalities of creating a user registration and login system? While platforms like Netlify and various cloud-based databases do exist, they don’t compare to the capabilities offered by Cloudflare.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-vs-github-copilot-in-depth-comparison-ai-tools-showdown/Tue, 16 May 2023 07:41:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-vs-github-copilot-in-depth-comparison-ai-tools-showdown/ChatGPT vs GitHub Copilot: A Comprehensive ComparisonArtificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing human-computer interaction, and two tools that have emerged as leaders in this space are OpenAI’s ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot. Today, we’ll dive into a comprehensive comparison of these tools, analyzing their features, potential use-cases, strengths, and weaknesses. Understanding ChatGPTChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, is a language model trained on a diverse range of internet text. It can answer queries, write essays, summarize text, translate languages, and generate creative content.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/seo-crash-course-boost-rankings-and-drive-traffic-fast/Sat, 22 Apr 2023 06:21:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/seo-crash-course-boost-rankings-and-drive-traffic-fast/Struggling to increase your website’s visibility on search engines? This SEO crash course is here to help you. I’ll provide you with essential information and practical tips on optimizing your site’s content, design, and performance. By the end of this guide, you’ll be well-equipped to improve your website’s search engine ranking and attract more organic traffic. What is SEO?SEO, or Search Engine Optimization, is the practice of increasing the visibility and ranking of a website on search engine results pages (SERPs) by optimizing various aspects of the website.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/ultimate-guide-making-money-online-for-beginners/Fri, 21 Apr 2023 05:25:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/ultimate-guide-making-money-online-for-beginners/With the rapid growth of the internet and technological advancements, making money online has become a popular and viable option for individuals looking to earn an income from the comfort of their own homes. This comprehensive guide will walk you through various legitimate methods for making money online, tailored specifically for beginners. From freelancing to passive income opportunities, I’ve got you covered. FreelancingFreelancing is one of the most popular ways to make money online.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/learn-programming-fundamentals-choosing-the-right-language/Sat, 15 Apr 2023 18:24:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/learn-programming-fundamentals-choosing-the-right-language/Embarking on a journey into the world of programming can be both exciting and overwhelming. With countless programming languages to choose from, it’s essential to pick the right one that aligns with your goals and aspirations. In this article, we will explore the factors to consider when choosing your first programming language and provide examples of code in popular languages to help illustrate the differences between them. Factors to Consider When Choosing a Programming Language Career Goals: If you plan to pursue a career in software development, it’s essential to research which programming languages are in demand for the industries you’re interested in.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-vs-google-bard-vs-microsoft-bing-top-ai-models-compared/Sun, 09 Apr 2023 11:37:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-vs-google-bard-vs-microsoft-bing-top-ai-models-compared/Artificial intelligence has revolutionized the way we interact with technology, and AI language models are at the forefront of this transformation. In this blog post, we will compare three major players in the AI language model landscape: OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Bard, and Microsoft’s Bing. We will explore their features, strengths, and weaknesses in-depth, along with examples and useful resources, ultimately helping you determine which model best suits your requirements. ChatGPT by OpenAIBased on the GPT-4 architecture, ChatGPT is a powerful AI language model designed for natural language understanding and generation.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/password-managers-unlocking-online-security-comprehensive-guide/Sat, 08 Apr 2023 07:59:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/password-managers-unlocking-online-security-comprehensive-guide/Are you tired of remembering countless passwords for various online accounts? With the increasing number of cyber-attacks and data breaches, it’s more important than ever to prioritize online security. Password managers can be your key to enhancing password security and simplifying your digital life. In this article, we will explore what password managers are, why you should use them, how to use them effectively, and some popular examples to help you choose the right one for your needs.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/securing-linux-servers-with-csf-the-ultimate-guide-for-2023/Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/securing-linux-servers-with-csf-the-ultimate-guide-for-2023/Linux servers have gained tremendous popularity among businesses and individuals due to their flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and powerful performance. However, ensuring the security of these servers is of paramount importance. In this article, we’ll explore how to secure Linux servers using CSF (ConfigServer Security & Firewall) or similar software, and provide you with links and examples to fortify your server. What is CSF?CSF is a powerful, stateful firewall that is specifically designed for Linux servers.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-unleashing-ai-language-models-for-communication/Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:59:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/chatgpt-unleashing-ai-language-models-for-communication/With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, the world has witnessed the emergence of cutting-edge technologies that have transformed various industries. One such innovation is ChatGPT, an AI-powered language model developed by OpenAI. Based on the GPT-4 architecture, ChatGPT has gained significant attention for its ability to generate human-like text, making it an indispensable tool for businesses, developers, and content creators. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the inner workings of ChatGPT, its wide-ranging applications, advantages and limitations, ethical concerns, and future prospects.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/cloudflare-image-resizing-for-prestashop/Sun, 12 Feb 2023 07:59:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/cloudflare-image-resizing-for-prestashop/Due to how popular PrestaShop is, being widely used by thousands of online stores, I have decided to give you the opportunity to speed it up considerably. This e-commerce platform is very dynamic and full of images. So full of images that most of them download around 5 to 10 and even 20 megabytes of images on each page. Images are crucial for this platform, because that’s what people see when they look at your product.https://mecanik.dev/en/services/privacy-policy/Mon, 06 Feb 2023 10:47:24 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/services/privacy-policy/Last updated: 21.04.2023 Introduction[ MECANIK DEV ] (“I”, “me”, or “my”) operates the https://mecanik.dev/ website (the “Service”). This page informs you of my policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information when you use my Service and the choices you have associated with that data. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Information Collection and UseI collect several different types of information for various purposes to provide and improve my Service to you.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/cloudflare-image-resizing-for-wordpress/Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:41:00 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/cloudflare-image-resizing-for-wordpress/I am posting this article due to the many requests I received regarding Cloudflare Image Resizing and my WordPress plugin. Due to how WordPress is designed, it’s not possible to make my plugin compatible with everything out there, so in this article we explore another method via Cloudflare Workers. Please note that I have intentionally ommitted too much technical stuff so everyone can understand it; let’s face it, not everyone is a developer.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-block-proxies-using-cloudflare-workers/Sat, 23 Jul 2022 04:27:24 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-block-proxies-using-cloudflare-workers/Today you will learn how to block Proxy IP’s (free ones) using Cloudflare Workers for Free. As you already know by now, Cloudflare offers Managed Lists . These are available only for Enterprise customers. Their Managed Lists are more effective than what we are doing here, but nevertheless our method is decent considering it’s Free. For an added bonus, you can customise the returned “blocking” page to flex off with your custom security 😁https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-block-tor-network-using-cloudflare-workers/Fri, 22 Jul 2022 11:35:24 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-block-tor-network-using-cloudflare-workers/Today you will learn how to block TOR network IP’s (relays and bridges) using Cloudflare Workers for Free. Before we dig into anything, I must inform you that Cloudflare has recently introduced Managed Lists where blocking TOR can be done with a click. The only downside is that these are available only for Enterprise customers. If you can afford it, great; you can ignore this post. However if you cannot afford an Enterprise plan, do continue on reading.https://mecanik.dev/en/projects/Mon, 18 Jul 2022 18:10:24 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/projects/Dear Readers, In the near future, I will dedicate some of my available time to compile and present a comprehensive list of both business and personal projects that I have had the pleasure of working on. This section will provide you with an opportunity to gain insights into my experiences and learn more about these projects. Please bear with me as I work towards updating this section of my blog, and I appreciate your patience and understanding.https://mecanik.dev/en/about/Mon, 18 Jul 2022 17:37:24 +0100https://mecanik.dev/en/about/I build software, secure systems, and integrate AI for businesses that need reliable, well-documented results. My work covers native desktop applications in C++ and Qt, web development with WordPress and Symfony, security analysis for servers and web applications, COBOL-to-C++ migration, SEO audits with hands-on implementation, and production AI integrations using OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google AI APIs. I handle every project personally, from initial consultation through to delivery. No project managers, no handoffs.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-deal-with-@font-face/Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-deal-with-@font-face/This article is suitable for anyone out there, from starters to even the most experienced web developers. I’ve seen decade long Senior Web Developers ignoring fonts and not dealing with them properly, so please read along. After reading a few lines below you will use the correct @font-face and CSS that will work across browsers correctly. Your website will look and perform as it should across devices. What are font faces?https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-deal-with-responsive-images/Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-deal-with-responsive-images/Today we will talk about web responsive images, a very popular topic and quite problematic. If you search this topic you will find countless articles with all sorts of explanations, however I will won’t repeat those and teach you differently. Load images correctly, increase your SEO ranking and offer a better user experience for your website. What are responsive images?Responsive images will (should) automatically adjust to fit the size of the screen.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tryhackme-room-borderlands/Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tryhackme-room-borderlands/Today I will help you complete another room: Borderlands which is part of the Networking category. This is a Hard room (hardest in networking) and if you complete all the tasks you get 540 points! Normally you need to perform the tasks yourself (I recommend you do so) and even if you are skilled you will need up to 1 hour to finish all the tasks. You cannot find all the answers ready to copy-paste online, because nobody posted them due to the fact that this requires quite some effort.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tryhackme-room-introductory-networking/Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tryhackme-room-introductory-networking/Today I will help you complete another room: Introductory Networking which is part of the Networking category. It is strongly recommended that you do some actual reading as well instead of just copy-pasting, otherwise you will not learn anything. Complete a room every day and the website will award you a “hacking streak” badge, which I`m pretty sure you would love to have! 😉 Task 1: IntroductionNo answer needed here, simply click “Completed” after you deployed your machine.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tryhackme-room-metasploit/Sun, 20 Jun 2021 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tryhackme-room-metasploit/How to complete TryHackMe: Metasploit!In this post I will offer you all the answers you need to get your second (easy) completed room about Metasploit . Please note that I have deliberately skipped questions that required no answers. The answers posted here should be used if you are really stuck on a task and you need help. NOTE: I take no responsibility what you have in mind to do with these questions/answers.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/c++-data-types-to-.net/Fri, 26 Feb 2021 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/c++-data-types-to-.net/If you are playing around with .NET and you come from a C/C++ background like myself, you will quickly notice the data types are different. This post covers most common data types from C/C++ to .NET (C#) for your convenience in development. When you search for a data type just hit CTRL + F and the browser will help you find it on this page. Special thanks to kbrryder @ codeproject.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tryhackme-room-nmap-task1-15/Sun, 14 Feb 2021 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/tryhackme-room-nmap-task1-15/So you wanna become a hacker heh ? 😉 You probably found TryHackMe and now trying to complete some rooms and flex off to friends, but you are lost. In this post I will offer you all the answers you need to get your first (easy) completed room. However, I don’t recommend you simply copy-paste the answers without actually reading anything because then you will not learn anything. The answers posted here should be used if you are really stuck on a task and you need help.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-write-mini-dump-on-software-crash/Thu, 24 Sep 2020 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/how-to-write-mini-dump-on-software-crash/Sorry for not writing anything interesting this month so far, it’s been a very hectic month. Today I saw a question on Stack Overflow regarding debugging. The user was trying to let Visual Studio run in debug mode with his application to see when and why it crashes. That’s not a solution because there are functions in place for these situations in Windows API. More simply put, you can make your software write a Mini Dump upon crash and then you can just open it inside Visual Studio (or whatever debugger you want) and see exactly where it crashed.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/convert-dos-and-nt-paths-using-rtl-functions/Thu, 13 Aug 2020 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/convert-dos-and-nt-paths-using-rtl-functions/If you are here reading this post, it means you are looking for a way to convert your DOS and/or NT paths for your software. Rest assured that this is what you will learn here today! The problem with Windows paths are clear; it’s so confusing. Let me repeat that, so confusing. This becomes a problem when you are working on your amazing piece of software and you need to convert DOS and NT paths.https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/runtime-encrypted-strings-part-1/Sun, 24 May 2020 15:40:24 +0600https://mecanik.dev/en/posts/runtime-encrypted-strings-part-1/Runtime Encrypted StringsToday we will go through the basics of runtime encrypted strings, why do we need to encrypt our strings and learn how to create our own. In this article you will understand and learn: What is runtime encryption and decryption Why do you need to encrypt your strings See how anybody can see your sensitive data Create your own custom encryption What is runtime encryption and decryptionThis refers to data encrypted and/or decrypted during the runtime of a program (software, application).https://mecanik.dev/en/faq/post-commenting/Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/faq/post-commenting/I have built in a custom BBCode support for commenting on posts, just to spice up things a bit 😀 Please see below the supported codes: Text Formatting [b]bolded text[/b] [i]italicized text[/i] [u]underlined text[/u] [s]strikethrough text[/s] Links [url]https://en.wikipedia.org[/url] [url=https://en.wikipedia.org]English Wikipedia[/url] Images [img=https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/70/Example.png]Example Image[/img] Quotes [quote]quoted text[/quote] [quote="author"]quoted text[/quote] Code [code]monospaced text[/code] If you encounter any issues using BBCodes, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will fix it.https://mecanik.dev/en/contact/Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/contact/https://mecanik.dev/en/offline/Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 +0000https://mecanik.dev/en/offline/