Codepad – The ClassHelper.org™ Blog

I’m proud to note that Linode (my full-time employer) has been the subject of an extensive VPS performance review, and has come out as the clear winner.  For those who don’t already know, a virtual private server (VPS) gives you the power of a dedicated server at a fraction of the cost (a Linode 360 costs $19.95/month).

Linodes are a great platform for educators, parents, and students looking to learn more about Linux and open source software in general. Whether you’re interested in hosting a personal blog or a school website, you don’t have to sacrifice flexibility and performance for price. In fact, ClassHelper.org runs on a Linode, happily serving hundreds of thousands of page views each month without breaking a sweat.

Obviously, some may point out the fact that I’m a bit biased. I’d respond by noting that I was an extremely satisfied customer for over five years prior to joining the Linode team as an employee, and used Linodes to meet the hosting needs of many clients. I can honestly say I’ve never seen another hosting provider come close to the value and quality of support offered here.

I’m pleased to announce my acceptance of a new position with Linode.com, an outstanding Linux virtual private server provider. I’ll be fulfilling documentation, system administration, and support roles with their team. Having been a customer of theirs for several years (this site runs on a linode), I’m excited to be part of the team that keeps the bits flowing. You can check out my hiring announcement on the Linode Blog.

The primary ClassHelper.org site and this blog will be maintained as usual; I’m not terribly good at being idle. Thanks again for supporting ClassHelper!