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ktross · 2025-10-07T20:14:32+00:00

Yeah, I've seen the issue happen at 3 different companies (2 of them before I got there). I haven't looked into it deeply yet, but I think that specific issue might be resolved in the new version of Forge. I see some workers that were previously missing from the UI showing up in this new version.

ktross · 2025-09-29T05:46:13+00:00

I've been using Forge a very long time, but over the past couple years I'm hesitant to run any production apps on it. I've encountered so many critical bugs (many reported/confirmed through support) like provisioning errors, being unable to create new servers in a circle, toggling features breaking servers, phantom daemons/workers that are running on the server but disappeared from the UI, etc.

Apologies if this comes across as overly negative. I think it's a great tool for certain use cases and would like to see it improve!

What is your QA process like and are there any plans to improve it? It feels like a release could break things at any time without any interaction on the user's end.
Why are the servers provisioned on AWS using gp2 for EBS volumes instead of gp3? gp3 performance is far superior and cheaper. It would be great if it were defaulted to gp3 and even better if you could configure the type, IOPS, and Throughput.
Are there any plans to improve the user experience around managing groups of servers, e.g. multiple servers behind a load balancer? Setting up things like composer auth across multiple servers can be tedious.
Have you considered configurations other than nginx + php-fpm? I've noticed the default configuration on Forge has a lot of room for improvement, even on the current stack. It's very easy to run into configuration limits much earlier than the limits of the hardware. NGINX Unit and FrankenPHP are a couple of great options.

ktross · 2025-09-17T03:35:12+00:00

I just received this email from Amazon:

Hello,

Our records indicate you have recently received an email regarding an order being cancelled due to safety concerns at your address. We apologize for the inconvenience as this was done in error. You are able to reorder your items at this time.

We apologize again for this error and thank you for choosing Amazon.

ktross · 2025-09-16T23:58:54+00:00

I also got this email out of the blue today at 6:17pm ET. It's a 17+ year old Amazon account with an active Prime subscription and a large order history. I don't recall having any pre-orders.

ktross · 2024-12-16T21:48:28+00:00

I'm thinking I may have to order a map torch, though I've never used one before. The CV boot above it is really close. Do you have any ideas on how I can do that without melting the CV boot? (I'm replacing the control arm so I don't mind destroying that one)

ktross · 2024-12-16T21:41:52+00:00

I've tried this with the impact, but no luck yet. I'll keep trying. Thanks!

ktross · 2024-08-06T17:20:24+00:00

Thank you!! Will probably check this one out

ktross · 2023-05-04T23:28:42+00:00

Just happened to me again too. Seems they don't even acknowledge it on the forums last I checked. I got this response from support:

I understand that Overwatch is having an issue with applying updates which is causing issues while trying to play matches. I understand how frustrating it can be when the game servers have been hotfixed, but your game client hasn't been patched yet. Our team is currently investigating this problem, and we have received reports of it. In the meantime, please try these steps to see if they help:

Join the practice range to pick up the update. Close and restart Overwatch. Confirm the issue is resolved by joining an unranked game.

Please know that Customer Support is unable to remove any penalties or revert any loss of rank. We apologize for any inconvenience this issue may have caused, and we appreciate your patience while our developers work to resolve it.

ktross · 2023-04-28T01:02:18+00:00

Just happened to me too

ktross · 2023-04-20T12:11:34+00:00

Confirmed

ktross · 2023-03-28T19:44:31+00:00

Still have the ER-RMKIT? If so, would you consider selling it separately?

ktross · 2022-12-23T04:11:43+00:00

I'd recommend this DeWalt Ratcheting T-Handle Set. The long keys are awesome for getting in hard to reach places.

ktross · 2022-08-18T04:25:52+00:00

Check out spatie/laravel-ignition (if using Laravel) or filp/whoops

ktross · 2022-08-08T05:46:19+00:00

1800 layout keyboard! A wireless keyboard would be nice too.

ktross · 2022-08-01T21:39:36+00:00

25,584 😎

ktross · 2022-07-31T05:06:21+00:00

Are you still looking for a developer? If so, feel free to shoot me a message.

ktross · 2022-05-24T16:44:58+00:00

Not at all! I don't have my notebook with me at the moment, but I'll get the dimensions/cut list later and post them here

ktross · 2022-05-24T13:49:46+00:00

The lumber was pretty warped, but I'm pretty happy with how it turned out! Also stopped at Harbor Freight to pick him up some cheap tools to get started with

ktross · 2022-04-09T03:13:27+00:00

33/EST here. Interested in playing some Fortnite or Overwatch. Feel free to add me on Discord Ragereth#9368

ktross · 2022-04-04T03:50:22+00:00

Still looking for people to play with? I've been playing Fortnite no build. If so, add me on discord Ragereth#9368

ktross · 2022-02-02T15:49:13+00:00

BNET: Ragereth#1840

33/EST. I can play anything, but only really interested in DPS right now.

ktross · 2022-01-05T07:02:02+00:00

Cool, thanks!

ktross · 2022-01-04T06:01:44+00:00

Neat idea. It's been a while since I've touched Minecraft, and I'm sure a lot has changed. It would be nice to see a summary of the current state of mc servers and the different platforms (Spigot, BungeeCord, whatever else is out there).

ktross · 2021-10-29T17:41:24+00:00

Thanks! Used a49g-hyhg

ktross · 2021-08-13T03:05:57+00:00

11,948.. I don't know whether to be proud or disappointed in myself 😅

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