Shifting the Focal Point…

Preparing the COSTAR module for installation on the Hubble Space Telescope during STS-61. Credits: NASA

After giving it some thought, rather than just migrate from the old host, I’ve decided that this Blog needs a new focus…

Welcome to the relaunched 4Cats.Info!

After giving it some thought, rather than just migrate from the old host, I’ve decided that this Blog needs a new focus. (With that, a site redesign that was a bit more involved than I expected due to the review and customization of design.)

As of December 2025, there are now plenty of sources out there that we can search to find out “How” to do something. While that will still have a small place here, I will be shifting the focus to be more about the “Why” behind decisions. Reflections, Lessons Learned, etc. as colored through years of experience working in Enterprise IT Operations.

Also, in recognition of how we’re now all working more openly collaboratively, I’ll try to share my random crib notes as I work through design issues or learn new things. I plan to post more frequently instead of waiting until I have “Production Grade” Documentation ready. (More Federation, less Benzite.)

I’m not sure where this will take us, but I’m looking forward to going there together. 👍

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