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Notes from building ApyHub.

Engineering write-ups, product decisions, and the occasional opinion on how to ship developer infrastructure. Long enough to be useful, short enough that you'll finish it.

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ENGINEERING

The Hidden Costs of Building with AI: Why Owning It Is Harder Than You Think

AI makes building software fast, but owning it in production is costly. Discover why maintenance, scaling, security, and operations matter, and how APIs as a service can help team…

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-02-10
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ENGINEERING

The Hidden Costs of Building with AI: Why Maintenance and Operations Matter

Explore the hidden costs of building software with AI tools like Claude Code. Learn why developers must consider maintenance, operations, and scalability—not just build speed—for…

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-02-09
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ENGINEERING

Best Free AI Chatbots You Can Use in 2026

Discover 6 Best Free AI Chatbots You Can Use in 2026 for developers and startups. Learn top features, API options, and integration tips to boost product workflows.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-30
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TUTORIALS

Compress Images Automatically Using ApyHub and n8n (No Coding Required)

Learn how to automatically compress images in bulk using n8n and the ApyHub Image Compression API. This step-by-step tutorial explains the full workflow in simple terms, making it…

Pankaj Kumar·2026-01-26
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ENGINEERING

AI Models Explained: Choosing APIs for Automation

AI models for developers: types, task-based selection, API decision trees, and integration patterns for text, vision, audio, and embeddings.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-20
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SECURITY

Understanding IP Addresses: Private Ranges, Geolocation, and Security

Learn about private IP address ranges, how geolocation works, and security practices including hiding IP addresses. Explore API applications for developers.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-19
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ENGINEERING

API Fundamentals: Calls, Payloads, and Best Practices

API calls simplified. Learn payload meaning, POST vs PUT, and top integration tips for developers building fast, scalable apps worldwide.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-19
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ENGINEERING

Ultimate Guide to Country Codes: What They Are and How to Use Them

Country code basics, types, API use cases, and selection tips for commerce, user data, and authentication. Real-world integration examples included.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-15
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SECURITY

7 Essential API Security Best Practices for Developers

Learn 7 actionable API security best practices for developers to safely handle sensitive data and prevent vulnerabilities in real-world integrations.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-14
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TUTORIALS

Extend your n8n application with plug and play APIs

Learn how to extend your n8n application with plug and play APIs in this step-by-step guide. Explore setup, integration, real-world examples, and workflow testing.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-13
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ENGINEERING

Vibe Coding with APIs in 2026: Build Fast, Ship Smart

Discover Vibe coding with APIs in 2026 through a step-by-step guide for developers and managers to integrate, test, and verify seamless API workflows.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-12
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ENGINEERING

API Marketplace Explained: Speed Up Product Delivery

API marketplace lets developers access diverse APIs, streamline integrations, and accelerate delivery. Learn about types, integration patterns, risks, and alternatives.

Nikolas Dimitroulakis·2026-01-07
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