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  1. 10 min readConfiguring OpenCode: Providers, Models, ModesA comprehensive guide on configuring OpenCode providers and models for local or cloud AI development within the Deska infinite canvas workspace.
  2. 11 min readCommon OpenCode Issues and FixesTroubleshoot common OpenCode issues and fixes for developers. Learn how to debug agent errors, environment conflicts, and canvas integration problems.
  3. 12 min readOpenCode for .NET: Does It Understand NuGet and Project References?Explore how OpenCode for .NET handles C# dependencies, NuGet packages, and project references within modern agentic workflows and developer tools.
  4. 10 min readOpenCode 'Out of Memory' Errors: Tuning Indexing for 1M+ LinesLearn how to resolve OpenCode Out of Memory errors and optimize agent performance for large codebases exceeding one million lines of code.
  5. 9 min readLocal Alternatives to Codex CloudExplore local alternatives to Codex Cloud for privacy and control. Learn how to run AI coding models on your own machine with tools like Deska and Ollama.
  6. 10 min readOpen Weights vs Claude for Agent WorkA detailed comparison of Open Weights vs Claude for agent work, exploring latency, reasoning capabilities, and local execution in developer workflows.
  7. 10 min readOne Strong Agent or Several Cheap Ones? A Practical ComparisonExplore the budget strategy of using one strong agent vs many cheap ones for AI coding tasks and how local-first workflows optimize results.
  8. 10 min readOne-Shot Specs vs Iterative Prompting for FeaturesExplore the trade-offs between one-shot specs vs iterative prompting for software features and how to leverage AI agents within local development environments.
  9. 10 min readOne Repo Copy per Agent vs Shared Checkout: Avoiding Stepped-On ToesChoosing between one repo copy per agent vs shared checkout. Learn how to manage parallel AI coding agents without file system or build tool conflicts.
  10. 12 min readRunning Coding Agents on Ollama: What Works and What Does NotDeep dive into running coding agents on Ollama. Learn which local LLMs work, how to manage context, and where local-first tools like Deska fit in.
  11. 10 min readThe Ollama CLI: Models, Modelfiles and ServingA technical guide to the Ollama CLI. Learn how to manage local models, create custom Modelfiles, and serve LLMs for local-first development workflows.
  12. 11 min readObsidian vs Deska Notes for Developer KnowledgeCompare Obsidian vs Deska Notes for developer knowledge management. Explore local-first workflows, infinite canvas, and AI-driven coding notes.
  13. 10 min readObsidian Canvas Alternatives for Developers Who Want Live PanelsAnalyze Obsidian Canvas alternatives for developers. Learn why an executable workspace with live panels beats static notes for complex coding workflows.
  14. 12 min readObsidian Alternatives That Also Run CodeDiscover Obsidian alternatives that also run code. Explore developer tools that combine technical note-taking with integrated terminals and execution.
  15. 10 min readNeovim Users and AI Agents: Setups That Do Not Betray the KeyboardExplore how Neovim users and AI agents can coexist in workflows that prioritize keyboard efficiency and local-first development without sacrificing speed.
  16. 10 min readTerminal Multiplexer vs Canvas Workspace: Two Ways to Scale SessionsCompare the terminal multiplexer and canvas workspace approaches to manage developer sessions. Choose the right tool for scaling your local environment.
  17. 12 min readMoving from Cursor to Deska: Surviving the Loss of Ctrl+KLearn how to adapt your workflow when moving from Cursor to Deska, shifting from a sidebar UI to an infinite canvas for AI-assisted coding.
  18. 11 min readMosh Alternatives: Reliable Remote Sessions on Bad NetworksExplore top Mosh alternatives for maintaining stable SSH sessions on high latency networks, including roaming solutions and modern relay persistent workspaces.
  19. 12 min readMonorepo vs Polyrepo When AI Agents Join the TeamExplore the monorepo vs polyrepo debate through the lens of AI agents and learn how workspace tools like Deska optimize large scale development workflows.
  20. 10 min readMonitoring OpenCode From Your PhoneLearn how to effectively manage long-running AI tasks by monitoring OpenCode from your phone using secure remote access and local-first developer tools.