October 2021 Summaries

Fly.io is an app hosting platform that runs apps close to users by converting Docker containers into micro-VMs on their hardware worldwide. A recent CSS bug in Safari 15 affected most LiveView applications, causing them to remain non-interactive even when reconnected. The issue was difficult to debug and required a workaround for LiveView apps. Phoenix LiveView 0.17 addresses this by using a different class name for the disconnected state.

Fly.io is a platform that runs apps close to users by transmuting Docker containers into micro-VMs on their own hardware around the world. One major cost of running such a service is acquiring routable IPv4 addresses, which are required for Anycast applications and can be expensive due to scarcity. The author explains how IPv4 addresses are acquired, transferred, and valued in the market. They also discuss how venture debt can be used to finance IPv4 address purchases. While IPv6 adoption may eventually make IPv4 obsolete, there is currently a demand for IPv4 addresses due to path dependence and switching costs. Fly.io assigns permanent IPv4 allocations to apps people run on their platform, as they believe it's better for users in the long term.

Fly.io is currently seeking a full-time technical writer to improve their documentation and contribute to their engineering blog. The ideal candidate should be an opinionated, enthusiastic writer with experience in technical writing and knowledge of programming languages such as Ruby, Python, or Javascript. This role involves surveying existing documentation, identifying gaps, and developing processes for maintaining consistent content. Additionally, the writer will collaborate with the team to identify opportunities for public writing about various topics related to Fly.io's product and technology ecosystem. The company values work-life balance and offers competitive compensation packages including health care for US employees, flexible vacation time, hardware/phone allowances, and equity.