MongoDB Server Timeout: When Client Timeouts Aren't Enough
Discovered why a query ran for 14 hours on MongoDB server despite client timeout: missing server-side timeout configuration. Solutions for MongoClientSettings.
Software Engineering
Improving MongoDB Observability with Spring Data
How we improved MongoDB tracing spans in Spring Data by adding a custom command listener to surface query details while keeping sensitive values sanitized.
IntelliJ AI Chat Window Is Better Than the Copilot Plugin
After using both tools in daily work, I found the IntelliJ AI chat window flow more productive than the Copilot plugin.
JPA Delete Queries and Optimistic Locking: Why Batching Fails
Discovered why JPA deleteAll wasn’t batching: @Version fields force entity loading for optimistic locking. The fix: explicit @Query annotation.
Spring Boot 4 Migration Analysis
A detailed analysis of the major changes in Spring Boot 4, including Jackson 3 migration, Java 17 baseline, and dependency updates.
Getting Observability Right with Spring AI and WebFlux
How I got observability working in my reactive Spring AI app using WebFlux, after hours debugging tracing and context propagation issues.
Why Task Snacking Feels Productive But Holds You Back
Task snacking feels productive but can keep you from meaningful work. Stay aware, balance small tasks with big ones, and make sure progress truly matters
Fixing Tracing Propagation in Spring WebFlux: A One-Line Solution
Upgrading to Spring Boot 3.2 revealed tracing issues in a WebFlux service. A single line of code fixed broken span propagation and improved debugging.
Enhance GitLab Release Notes with Automated Library Changelogs
Learn how to automate GitLab library changelogs for streamlined release notes, improving efficiency and consistency in your development workflow
Navigating a Major Spring Boot Upgrade: Key Takeaways
Learn key insights from upgrading Spring Boot from 2.7 to 3.2. Discover practical tips, challenges faced, and best practices for a smooth transition