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December 2021

General Splunk Things

This page will host general Splunk things that I find useful to reference and keep an eye on things in Splunk.

Splunk is a data mining tool that is geared for speedy indexing of high amounts of data. Using this data it specializes in being able to visualize this data in order to make sense of your logs. It captures, indexes and correlates near real-time machine data in a searchable repository from which you can generate graphs, reports, alerts, dashboards and more.

gitignore

Introduction

The .gitignore file is a simple text file that tells Git which files and folders in a repo it should ignore. These files can be stored at the repo level or at the global level. To get a good setup for your needs, you can use gitignore.io to create your file with the entries you need.

Using Git on macOS

Using Git on macOS provides a powerful and streamlined way to manage your source code and collaborate with others. With its robust command-line interface and integration with popular code editors like Visual Studio Code, Git enables version control and efficient project management for developers. In this guide, we'll walk you through the essentials of getting started with Git on macOS, from installation to basic commands and best practices.

Reset NVRAM, PRAM or SMC

Non-Volatile Random-Access Memory (NVRAM) and Parameter Random-Access Memory (PRAM) are two crucial types of memory used in modern computers, particularly in Apple's Macintosh systems. These specialized memory types retain important system settings and configuration data even when the computer is turned off, ensuring a smoother and more efficient startup process. NVRAM and PRAM store information such as speaker volume, screen resolution, startup disk selection, and recent kernel panic information.