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Rick Cogley

@cogley.jp

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I've been sticking out like a sore thumb in Japan since 1987! 日本語もOK ☞ I'm founder and Co-RD at eSolia.co.jp ☜ I ❤️ family life, Maru the Shiba, blogging, coding, hiking.

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 28/09/2026

Understanding the runas Command - Running Apps with Another Account Without Logging Off Learn how to use the Windows runas command to run apps or admin consoles with admin rights only when needed, while working mainly as a standard user. ☕ h… cogley.jp/posts/01M3MH2Y4X6ZT59JM48…

Understanding the runas Command - Running Apps with Another Account Without Logging Off Learn how...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 21/09/2026

Keyboard Layout History and the Role of Function Keys Explains the different types of keyboard layouts, the differences between Japanese and English keyboards, and the functions of the F1–F12 keys. Als... ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts… cogley.jp/posts/01M32H5ZPX9WF3PEH0K…

Keyboard Layout History and the Role of Function Keys Explains the different types of keyboard...

Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 21/09/2026

If Win + V Is Not Enough: Clipboard Managers for Windows Copy, paste, and lose it a moment later. A clipboard manager keeps a history so you can go back — here are the Windows options, and the security qu... ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/pos… cogley.jp/posts/01M30JGDGHSXRRA8G9W…

If Win + V Is Not Enough: Clipboard Managers for Windows Copy, paste, and lose it a moment later.

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

This Is Your First Step to Saving Time! Essential Shortcuts You Can Use Starting Today Discover useful shortcut keys for Windows and Office 365 to enhance productivity and streamline your workflow, starting today! ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7YXKF0SZ71HQQ…

This Is Your First Step to Saving Time!

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Telework Offensive! It's not just a welfare matter; moving toward a practical telework offensive ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20180416… (Japanese version also available on the blog.) cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN81GWNKJ1RV9ZG…

Telework Offensive!

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Are you doing Clear Desk and Clear Screen? A quick security tip about the importance of keeping clear desk / clear screen in mind. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250226… (Japanese version… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN808S0FWXVAP24…

Are you doing Clear Desk and Clear Screen?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Simple Maintenance Tips to keep your PC running smoothly By performing simple maintenance regularly, you can maintain your PC's performance and use it smoothly. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250408… (Japan… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7XG9Y7QM11YAM…

Simple Maintenance Tips to keep your PC running smoothly By performing simple maintenance...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

How to Fix Outlook Calendar Sync Issues Here are some methods to help resolve outlook calendar sync problems and ensure smoother scheduling. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250408… (Japanese version als… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7W6WM2STZAYR4…

How to Fix Outlook Calendar Sync Issues Here are some methods to help resolve outlook calendar sync…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Tips for how to check your laptop battery health on Windows How to check your laptop battery health on Windows using a simple command line technique ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250411… (Japanese version als… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7SM4H6FZ7CC83…

Tips for how to check your laptop battery health on Windows How to check your laptop battery health…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

UTP Cable? Cat Cable? RJ45 Connector? Admin asks AI about IT terminology What are the "UTP cable", "Cat cable" and “RJ-45 Connector” that are often seen on estimates for LAN cabling construction? Our admin team was curio... ☕ esolia.c… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7TVHKTNE7CQHB…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

My Computer Froze! 7 Easy Fixes for Beginners Here are seven easy fixes that beginners can try when their computer suddenly stops responding. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250412… (Jap… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7R7ZPMYXTBFRG…

My Computer Froze!

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Must-Read for IT Managers! How to Strengthen Password Management in Your Company Enhance your company's password management with practical strategies. Learn about MFA, password policies, and password managers to improve security... ☕ https://… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7PTJEYJQP164P…

Must-Read for IT Managers!

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Unable to Open Files After Migrating to SharePoint Online? Comprehensive Guide to Causes and Solutions! Part1 Files won't open after migrating to SharePoint Online? In this article, we explain the differences in SPO's folder structure, URL lim… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7NF012DMDJWDG…

Unable to Open Files After Migrating to SharePoint Online?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Files Won’t Open After Migrating to SharePoint Online! Part 2 Learn how to prevent file access errors in SharePoint Online by using metadata management instead of deep folder structures. Boost searchability an... ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/e… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7M540JRFEFYHZ…

Files Won’t Open After Migrating to SharePoint Online!

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

When Your PC Gets Soaked Learn what to do (and what not to do) when your PC gets wet, and how to report it properly to your IT department. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250716… (Japanese version also avai… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7JTXNAMTPQ66P…

When Your PC Gets Soaked Learn what to do (and what not to do) when your PC gets wet, and how to...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

2025 Edition Telework Offensive Telework is here to stay. As return-to-office trends grow, this 2025 edition reflects on the value of remote work and explores how IT professionals... ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250910…… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7A01M2YD40QWA…

2025 Edition Telework Offensive Telework is here to stay.

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Practical AI for Everyday Life: How I Use ChatGPT ChatGPT is a tool that can be used in a wide range of situations. I’d like to share some of the ways I personally use it. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250723…… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7HJ0GQANSREJK…

Practical AI for Everyday Life: How I Use ChatGPT ChatGPT is a tool that can be used in a wide rang…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

3 Easy Ways to Take a Screenshot Instantly Learn the difference between Snipping Tool, Win + Shift + S, and PrintScreen. This post shows you 3 quick and handy ways to take screenshots and im... ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250730…… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7G2RPVG1C7MQF…

3 Easy Ways to Take a Screenshot Instantly Learn the difference between Snipping Tool, Win + Shift…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

What is Microsoft Copilot? We introduce the basics of Microsoft Copilot, its pricing plans, how to use the free version, and examples of how it can be used effectively. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250822…… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7D4E981AF4A33…

What is Microsoft Copilot?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Picking up Teams calls while using Cisco IP Communicator How to solve the conflict between Cisco IP communicator & Microsoft Teams ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20250806… (Japanese vers… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7EP46BV19RRZJ…

Picking up Teams calls while using Cisco IP Communicator How to solve the conflict between Cisco IP…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Make the Most of OneDrive! Clearly Understand the Difference from SharePoint A beginner-friendly guide that clearly explains the differences between OneDrive and SharePoint. From the basics to practical tips for improving wo... ☕ esol… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN7B8A8WK7B4VEA…

Make the Most of OneDrive!

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

What to Do When Your Monitor Won’t Display: Troubleshooting Tips from IT Support Having trouble with your monitor not displaying? This guide walks you through real-world IT support steps to fix common screen issues—starting with... ☕ https://… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6ZAFG1KXA59TY…

What to Do When Your Monitor Won’t Display: Troubleshooting Tips from IT Support Having trouble...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

How to Fix a PC That Won’t Connect to the Internet Your PC suddenly can't connect to the internet? Neither Wi-Fi nor Ethernet is working? This article explains specific recovery steps, including how... ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/202… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN78P4WYJTQ9ECN…

How to Fix a PC That Won’t Connect to the Internet Your PC suddenly can't connect to the internet?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

How to Spot Phishing Emails We'll explain how even beginners can recognize phishing emails starting today! ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20251023… (Japanese version also available on the blog.) cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN778MXPMFADQ8K…

How to Spot Phishing Emails We'll explain how even beginners can recognize phishing emails starting…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

A Tip for the issue where online folders are not visible due to Windows Sync Center The reason why files that should be visible aren’t showing up might be the Sync Center. This article clearly explains how to check and fix issues w... ☕ https… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN75X9QAAHBEG43…

A Tip for the issue where online folders are not visible due to Windows Sync Center The reason why.…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

What is PDF? How is it related to Adobe Acrobat? We will explore the basics of PDFs and their relationship with Adobe Acrobat. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260106… (Japanese version also available on the blog.) cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN720QVES9SFYBA…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Microsoft Teams Webinar: Essentials & Best Practices What is the webinar feature in Microsoft Teams? This article clearly explains the basics of using Teams Webinars, along with key tips for making th... ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/2… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN73AKZ8YPRKFPG…

Microsoft Teams Webinar: Essentials & Best Practices What is the webinar feature in Microsoft Teams?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Must-Know Windows 11 Features After the Upgrade Discover useful new features to explore after upgrading to Windows 11. This beginner-friendly guide covers clipboard history, snap layouts, File Ex... ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/202511… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN74MDCJDY1N4RF…

Must-Know Windows 11 Features After the Upgrade Discover useful new features to explore after upgra…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Small Digital Detox Habits Introducing simple and sustainable digital detox tips practiced by an IT professional—find your perfect balance with technology. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260122… (Japanese ver… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN70N978XP3NVYS…

Small Digital Detox Habits Introducing simple and sustainable digital detox tips practiced by an IT…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Is it safe to just yank your USB device? Is “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” still necessary? ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260526… (Japanese version also available on the blog.) cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6RH5YWBZ80YV8…

Is it safe to just yank your USB device?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

How Should You Manage Your Passwords? We’ll look at how to manage passwords safely, and how to create stronger, harder-to-guess passwords — even for beginners. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260302… (Japanes… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6XZMYNGZ5APQY…

How Should You Manage Your Passwords?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Let’s share your data using OneDrive! This article clearly explains how to securely and easily share files using Microsoft 365 OneDrive. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/2026406-… (Japanese version also available on the… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6VAJ6SQ3CY5XC…

Let’s share your data using OneDrive!

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Introducing Acrobat Standard features for use in administrative departments From differences with Acrobat Reader to useful features and comparison with Acrobat Pro ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260323… (Japanese… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6WMF7WG7AM0C4…

Introducing Acrobat Standard features for use in administrative departments From differences with...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

Reflecting on the True Value of IT Professionals at the Heart of Tokyo Station What is the true value of IT project managers? Using Tokyo Station as a metaphor, this article explores how IT professionals coordinate, decide, an... ☕ es… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6SVAJD8WYSMKM…

Reflecting on the True Value of IT Professionals at the Heart of Tokyo Station What is the true...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

IT Terms You Think You Know: What Is a Server? we’ll give a gentle and beginner-friendly explanation of the term “server,” which you might know the sound of, but not fully understand. ☕ esolia.co.jp/blog/en/posts/20260623…… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6Q4QK2AQCQPAG…

IT Terms You Think You Know: What Is a Server?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/09/2026

How to Automatically Power On a PC After a Power Outage：Dell BIOS Setting Guide Learn how to configure Dell Optiplex BIOS settings so that your PC automatically powers on after power loss or updates. Includes a real-world case ... ☕ e… cogley.jp/posts/01M2WN6N1FFAPWDM3TH…

How to Automatically Power On a PC After a Power Outage：Dell BIOS Setting Guide Learn how to...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 01/08/2026

This morning at about 5:30 I drove Maru to the big park he likes for his walk. FM Yokohama had a fishing report on, which went into great detail about what fish people are catching on what vessel, how large the catch is, what bait or lures are… cogley.jp/posts/01KYXQZ0144VNPV07K4…

This morning at about 5:30 I drove Maru to the big park he likes for his walk.

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 26/07/2026

I’m sitting in the barber shop and, what, angine de poitrine is on the normal-ass radio. cogley.jp/posts/01KYE5Q3SYBX5V6RVG5…

I’m sitting in the barber shop and, what, angine de poitrine is on the normal-ass radio.

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 12/07/2026

Updated my Japan Shoes article to include a photo of my new weatherproof shoes from Moonstar, which were great during the long 'tsuyu' rainy season this year. Check it out if you like Japanese-made shoes. ❄️ cogley.jp/posts/01KXA4HZF9393P2MT1N…

Updated my Japan Shoes article to include a photo of my new weatherproof shoes from Moonstar, which…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 11/07/2026

I updated my Migrate to Svelte app to show the latest and greatest. If you're using or thinking about switching to Svelte and Sveltekit, check it out! cogley.jp/posts/01KX8EKGNPE9E1Y42XM…

I updated my Migrate to Svelte app to show the latest and greatest.

Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 30/06/2026

How to Automatically Power On a PC After a Power Outage：Dell BIOS Setting Guide Learn how to configure Dell Optiplex BIOS settings so that your PC automatically powers on after power loss or updates. Includes a real-world case ... ☕ b… cogley.jp/posts/01KWC9VRVJRJ5S7RJYF…

How to Automatically Power On a PC After a Power Outage：Dell BIOS Setting Guide Learn how to...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 23/06/2026

IT Terms You Think You Know: What Is a Server? we’ll give a gentle and beginner-friendly explanation of the term “server,” which you might know the sound of, but not fully understand. ☕ blog.esolia.pro/en/posts/20260623-w…… cogley.jp/posts/01KVSHWXNYK7D48ZBXV…

IT Terms You Think You Know: What Is a Server?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 02/06/2026

So I read in the Japan Times that APA hotels are going to expand internationally starting with North America. Will the rooms still be furnished with the revisionist, nationalist and racist literature? 👎 cogley.jp/posts/01KT2PWSP9GB7BTZD23…

So I read in the Japan Times that APA hotels are going to expand internationally starting with Nort…

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 26/05/2026

Is it safety to remove USB device? Is “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” still necessary? ☕ blog.esolia.pro/en/posts/20260526-r… (Japanese version also available on the blog.) cogley.jp/posts/01KSHGGM8WAWA1T4NS7…

Is it safety to remove USB device?

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 14/05/2026

Reflecting on the True Value of IT Professionals at the Heart of Tokyo Station What is the true value of IT project managers? Using Tokyo Station as a metaphor, this article explores how IT professionals coordinate, decide, an... ☕ bl… cogley.jp/posts/01KRJJX06WZ3H8KJHQK…

Reflecting on the True Value of IT Professionals at the Heart of Tokyo Station What is the true...

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 09/05/2026

Starz “Amadeus” starring Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany was well done, and satisfyingly operatic. ☕ cogley.jp/posts/01KR6AG6Z2WBPW9G4AZ…

Starz “Amadeus” starring Will Sharpe and Paul Bettany was well done, and satisfyingly operatic.

Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 27/04/2026

Just a STUNNING London Marathon result, with two sub-2-hour finishes. Imagine Kejelcha's feeling now: breaking the sub-2-hour barrier with a 1:59:41, only to get second behind Sawe with a 1:59:30. Congratulations to both of these incredible run… cogley.jp/posts/01KQ6BJPCAYYQ57PD9F…

Just a STUNNING London Marathon result, with two sub-2-hour finishes.

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 24/04/2026

The Soul of Japanese Shoes: Kurume, Asakusa, and a Dutch Word From Kurume's kiln-fired canvas to Asakusa's hand-stitched leather — a personal map of what makes Japanese footwear unlike anything else. cogley.jp/articles/japanese-shoes

The Soul of Japanese Shoes: Kurume, Asakusa, and a Dutch Word

From Kurume's kiln-fired canvas to Asakusa's hand-stitched leather — a personal map of what makes Japanese footwear unlike anything else.

Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 24/04/2026

日本の靴のたましい：久留米の釜、浅草の錐、そしてオランダ語の物語久留米の釜焼き加硫キャンバスから浅草の手縫いレザーまで。日本の履物を他のどの国のものとも違うものにしている理由を、個人的な視点で辿る。/japanese-shoes にリファレンスも用意した。 cogley.jp/articles/japanese-shoes

日本の靴のたましい：久留米の釜、浅草の錐、そしてオランダ語の物語

久留米の釜焼き加硫キャンバスから浅草の手縫いレザーまで。日本の履物を他のどの国のものとも違うものにしている理由を、個人的な視点で辿る。/japanese-shoes にリファレンスも用意した。

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Rick Cogley @cogley.jp · 19/04/2026

Cloudflare Workers HTML to Markdown: Free-Plan Edition AI agents want markdown. Converting HTML→markdown inside a Cloudflare Worker on the free plan means fitting within 10 ms CPU and 1 MB bundle. Measured numbers for HTMLRewriter an… cogley.jp/articles/cloudflare-worke…

Cloudflare Workers HTML to Markdown: Free-Plan Edition

AI agents want markdown. Converting HTML→markdown inside a Cloudflare Worker on the free plan means fitting within 10 ms CPU and 1 MB bundle. Measured numbers for HTMLRewriter and the alternatives.

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