Don’t let a good crisis go to waste: PHP2Shell
Monday 26 October 2026
A serious PHP leak prompted me to shut down my web server. That turned out to be the time not only to update the software, but also to replace my hosting provider and server after about 20 years. With the help of AI, I updated the existing PHP code and set up a completely new, more secure web server. It's impressive how well AI can help with this, from tweaking and testing code to accurately working out server configuration. Since October 25, everything has been online again. Ready for the coming years! [Read...]
13 October 2026: Short but great afternoon on the Brouwersdam
Friday 16 October 2026
A sudden prediction for a short period with very good wind, at the end of Tuesday afternoon, with almost 20 degrees. Sailed the Banzai 4.7 on the One 95. It was amazing. Even sailed for 2 hours, muscles were still tired from the weekend. Nice waves, good wind and also warm. [Read...]
11 October 2026: Finally no gusty wind
Thursday 15 October 2026
Forecast was wind until about 2 o'clock. On arrival it certainly looked good. Started with the Banzai 5.3 on the One 95. Ended with the E-type 6.6 on the F-Cross 113. Nice afternoon, occasional sunshine, fairly constant wind, nice end of a long weekend of surfing. Now my body needs some rest. [Read...]
10 October 2026: Another day of gusty winds
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Prediction was WNW, perfect for the Grevelingendam, unfortunately some showers. On the way there was a heavy shower and on arrival the wind was almost completely gone. Sailed the Banzai 6.0 on the F-Cross 113, first with the with MFC Freewave 32cm, later with the Patrik 32cm. And then suddenly, Frank was there. I hadn't seen him for 15 years, he hadn't changed. Because of the rain showers, the wind changed a lot, often WSW, which is just not nice on the Grevelingendam. And because of the showers, the wind was also gusty. [Read...]
