Introduces how to register a WordPress blog with Google Search Console to start search exposure (DNS verification, sitemap submission) and how to write developer-friendly technical posts using Markdown.
Essential setup guide immediately after WordPress installation. Covers timezone and permalink settings, GeneratePress theme installation, essential plugin recommendations, and how to remove the Bitnami banner.
A step-by-step guide to purchasing a domain via AWS Route 53, connecting it to Lightsail, and easily applying a free SSL certificate (HTTPS) using bncert-tool.
A hands-on guide to creating a WordPress instance on AWS Lightsail and attaching a static IP. Learn how to finish the setup from the $7 plan selection to checking the admin password in just 10 minutes.
Confused about WordPress hosting? I compare SaaS vs. EC2 vs. AWS Lightsail. Discover why I chose the $7 Lightsail plan (IPv4) over the cheapest options and how to get 3 months free.
Why I ditched Notion and Dev.to for a self-hosted WordPress blog. Discover the benefits of data sovereignty, AWS cloud experience, and full control for developers building a personal brand.
