Complex software and moving forward through time
Modern software, particularly in the open-source ecosystem, has become increasingly complex. While the open-source community offers a wealth of resources, getting meaningful help when issues arise can be a challenge. This isn’t to say that help isn’t available—you can ask for it—but don’t expect more than basic guidance. Often, the assistance comes in the form of blog posts, which are frequently unhelpful. Many of these posts simply regurgitate the same information without providing context or actionable solutions. While there are exceptions, the majority of blogs on open-source topics are, frankly, noise. Take Pi-hole as an example. It’s widely praised for blocking ads and enhancing privacy. However, integrating it with a router like pfSense over time can lead to complications. pfSense itself has become overly complex, with feature descriptions that lack…