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How to Connect to Google Sheets via API from your n8n workflow (Step‑by‑Step)

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To connect to your Google Sheets, n8n can not use a simple “API key.” Instead, you give n8n a special Google service account that has permission to open your spreadsheet. This article walks you through the entire process in a non‑technical, user-friendly way. What you will set up In summary, by the end of this guide, you will: Create a Google Cloud project and turn on the Google Sheets API.

Setting up a local n8n dev environment on Windows using WSL, Docker Desktop, AlmaLinux and Cloudflare Tunnel

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Note: this article is still a Work In Progress (WIP) detailing the steps I took setting up my own n8n local development environment in my Windows machine. The goal for now is for the article to serve as a reference for personal use. I do plan to update and make it readable and helpful as well to readers and other folks who might be trying to do the same thing.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Launching a WordPress Site on a VPS (and Troubleshooting Common Errors)

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Launching a new website on a Virtual Private Server (VPS) is a rewarding process, but it can be filled with small hurdles. This guide summarizes my real-world journey from a blank server to a fully functional, secure website, complete with a domain name and an SSL certificate. As a backgrounder, I have a food site where I post recipes. Unlike this site (oxrommel.dev) that uses Hugo, it is using Wordpress. But very much like this site though, it also doesn’t make any money.

The AI Advantage: 5 Simple Ways Small Businesses Can Use AI to Save Time & Make More Money (No Coding Needed!)

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Yes, you just hired a PhD graduate to help your small business to duke it out with the big boys! And, she doesn’t cost an arm and a leg. That’s AI! AI is the ultimate secret weapon for small business owners looking to work smarter, not harder. Whether you’re running a cozy coffee shop, an online boutique, or a freelance gig, AI tools can help you save time, cut costs, and boost your sales—all without needing a computer science degree.

Level Up! How AI is Making Video Games Smarter, More Immersive, and Wildly Unpredictable

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Ever feel like game characters are a bit… predictable? Like that enemy always spawns in the same spot, or your NPC buddy just repeats the same line? Well, buckle up, because artificial intelligence (AI) is shaking things up big time in video games! AI is making games feel alive, with characters who think on their feet, worlds that shift based on what you do, and experiences that feel tailor-made for you.

Beyond Text: How Multimodal AI Lets Computers See, Hear, and Understand Your World

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Introduction Imagine chatting with an AI that doesn’t just read your words but also sees the photo you’re holding up and picks up on the music playing in the background. This isn’t something out of a sci-fi movie anymore—it’s multimodal AI, and it’s changing the game. Unlike older AI that focused on just one thing, like text or images, multimodal AI can handle all sorts of data at once: text, pictures, sounds, even videos.

Beyond ChatGPT: Meet Your Future AI Agent – What They Are & How They'll Change Your Day

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Picture this: an AI that doesn’t just answer your questions but actually gets stuff done for you—booking your next vacation, sorting through your overflowing inbox, or even planning your weekly meals. Sounds like something straight out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, welcome to the world of AI agents, the next big leap beyond tools like ChatGPT. These aren’t just chatbots waiting for your next prompt; they’re proactive, smart assistants that can take charge, make decisions, and handle tasks from start to finish.