Apache Spark Projects

Make a (production/demo) level install of a DGX Spark cluster

Hi, I'm looking for an experienced AI infrastructure specialist — or a passionate enthusiast with solid hands-on experience — to build a robust, flexible, and high-performance backend foundation for OpenClaw (an open-source autonomous AI agent) on two NVIDIA DGX Spark systems connected via 200 GbE (ConnectX-7). The goal is a stable, demo-ready environment that showcases the power of open-source models. OpenClaw will run on a separate system and connect easily via OpenAI-compatible APIs (or equivalent best-practice interfaces). Everything should prioritize: Easy remote access and external connectivity (via Tailscale/ZeroTier). Fast performance within the hardware's unified memory constraints. Simple model switching/adding later (hot-swappable where possible). Persistent services with web UIs for live demos. On-demand tools that can spin up/down cleanly. Hardware & Current State 2× NVIDIA DGX Spark (Grace Blackwell, 128 GB unified LPDDR5x memory each, ARM64). 200 GbE interconnect + 1 GbE internet links. I have a basic cluster setup, timeshift snapshots, ZeroTier, and Tailscale already running. You're welcome to rebuild from scratch if that's cleaner and faster. Core Requirements (Persistent Where Possible) vLLM as primary inference engine with a large-context main model (e.g., Nemotron 120B or equivalent). Must support easy switching to newer models. Whisper (or best-practice alternative like faster-whisper) – ready for OpenClaw API integration. Piper TTS – ready for OpenClaw API/text-to-voice integration. All persistent services should run with clean web UIs for demo purposes. On-Demand Tools (Configured for Easy External/Tailscale Access + Web UIs) Ollama + web UI (for specific or scheduled models). OCR model + workflow (let's discuss the best option—e.g., EasyOCR/PaddleOCR—and data saving/integration with other tools). Image generation (primary for OpenClaw use) with multiple models available. LoRA training tools for image generation. RAG / vector DB (choose the best integration with OpenClaw and other tools—e.g., Qdrant, Chroma, or Milvus). Multi-agent capable dev tools / environment. Central Portal & Usability A single web-based portal (e.g., OpenWebUI or equivalent) for central access to all tools, easy model switching, admin controls, and live demos. Nice-to-Have / Optional Enhancements (quote separately if interested) Full 2-node clustering with tensor parallelism (e.g., using the open vLLM-DGX-Spark repo or Ray/NCCL). Docker Compose / lightweight Kubernetes orchestration for easy updates and portability. Monitoring dashboard (Prometheus + Grafana). NVIDIA NIM microservices for optimized inference. Any other best-practice tools you recommend for integration, speed, or flexibility. Your Profile You're deeply familiar with these tools (or eager to dive in as an enthusiast), NVIDIA DGX systems (especially Spark/Grace Blackwell), multi-node inference (vLLM, tensor/pipeline parallelism), Docker/containerization, and API integrations. You understand VRAM/unified-memory optimization and can make everything work together smoothly. Bonus if you have experience with OpenClaw, OpenWebUI, RAG pipelines, or agent frameworks. Proper English communication (written and spoken) is a must for smooth collaboration. Timeline & Expectations We have a tight deadline — I need a stable, running environment live as soon as possible. You're completely free to experiment, test, and play around with different configurations during setup, but the priority is delivering a functional, demo-ready system quickly. Speed matters, while still maintaining quality and stability. Compensation Competitive hourly rate (fully flexible and based on your region, experience, and the exact scope) or a fixed-price project bid if preferred. I'm completely open to discussion—propose whatever rate works best for you and your location. This project serves as a test case for potential further collaboration and ongoing work if it goes well. If you're the right fit, there will be plenty of exciting follow-up opportunities. Work Style & Availability This is remote work. I am completely flexible on working hours and not EU-bound. As long as you're excellent at what you do, I'm happy to work with talent from anywhere in the world (including low-income countries—great people deliver great results everywhere). If this sounds like a good fit, reply with: Your relevant experience (especially with DGX Spark, vLLM multi-node, or similar stacks — enthusiasts with strong practical knowledge are very welcome). Rough timeline and cost estimate (with your proposed rate). Any questions or suggested improvements. Looking forward to building something powerful together!

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I need a website/platform for my project

We want to develop EU R&I Jobs, a specialist job platform for Research & Innovation roles across Europe, connecting employers such as universities, research centres, EU projects, startups, NGOs, and companies with candidates working in research, innovation, science, technology, policy, and project management. The site should use the provided logo and the colours, with a clean, professional, modern design. The core pages should be Home, Jobs, Post a Job, Upload your CV, and simple account areas for employers and admin. The Jobs page should allow users to search vacancies, filter by country and sector, browse paginated results, and open individual job detail pages showing the employer logo, job description, location, sector, deadline, and application link or email. Employers should be able to create an account, post jobs, upload their logo, edit and delete their own listings, and manage their submitted vacancies. Candidates should be able to upload their CV and basic contact/profile details. Admin should be able to review, approve, edit, or remove job listings and manage submitted CVs. Please provide a quote for designing and developing this responsive MVP website for desktop and mobile, including the front end, back end, database, basic user accounts, admin functionality, and deployment. Here's a mock-up: https://euro-spark-jobs.lovable.app

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UK based lawyer/solicitor to help with legal expenses cover

I have legal expenses cover via my policy with Hiscox. Hiscox passed over the legal claim I want to lodge against a third party, to Arag insurance, which aquired DAS insurance a few years ago. Arag insurance, passed the claim to 'Arag Law', their own law firm, who have looked at the claim and even tough the merits of the claim have greater than 51% odds of success, they are still refusing cover because the companies public house records show that they only have £100 in the bank. My claim is against three entities, which operate 13 venue's in London including the largest venue in Holborn, where most of the business took place and they owe a significant amount of money from unpaid fee's and they have breached their contract with us repeatedly, poaching clients, unjustly enriching themselves. The parent company makes ALOT of money. These venue's bring in ALOT of money, yet, the insurance companies current position is that if a judgement was obtained, we wouldn't get the money, because of the public records from companies house which, is not an accurate representation of how we could recover monies owed. Under the policy, I am allowed to get a second expert opinion to review the claim and dispute the decision, before escalating to the financial ombudsman if needed. I am looking for a UK BASED legal representative, to help me navigate this project, knowing full well that if a judgement was secured against the defendants that, with freezing orders, the assets inside the venue's, stock, non money negotiated settlements through offsetting mechanisms from future events, it would actually be very easy for us to recoup what's owed to us. PLEASE, no shady people outside the UK who have false promises. I need a genuine representative with legal knowledge, similar to that of a mckenzie friend, who isn't going to rip me off like a traidtional solicitors firm who could probably sort it out but if not sorted out, all the risk would fall on myself. The claim has merits, the issue is they don't think that if a judgement came, we would get the money. I strongly, disagree. If anyone has legal knowledge to help with this, has been through something similar or some other reasons sparks your interest, get in touch! There's no harm in having a chat to see what can be discussed. PERFORMANCES RELATED RESULTS PLEASE. Make your own offers based on milestones of success. Do not say what you cannot deliver. Be expected to show proof of previous work or anything that supports your understanding of law in this area and please don't pop up trying to wing it. I am not in experienced, but this is a technical matter and I am looking to work with someone who can help me achieve more than what I could do independently. The stakes are high, the legal expenses cover is there. My business is owed a SIGNIFICANT amount of money and with the right ADR, I think something could be worked out properly but on top of that, getting the value from the insurance policy we have a legal right to obtain is the main focus and secondary paths can be explored once that one has been exhausted using the remedies available to all policy holders like me. I welcome and genuine offer to work on this project, all offers will be reviewed with respect and I will personally write to every enquiry to inform of a yes or no. DON'T BID UNLESS YOU ACTUALLY MEET THE CRITERIA AND HAVE THE BACKGROUND TO OFFER GENUINE SUPPORT. Thankyou. I have over £500k in legal expenses cover. I have set the project price as £300 as a guide for up front payment to look through the claim and strategise for the primary objectives but I remain open to alternative offers and paths and will look at everything strategically asseing it's commercial impact accordingly.

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Resize Artwork for specific Amazon & Ingram Spark

I am seeking an experienced book cover production designer to resize and prepare four existing full cover designs for print distribution via Amazon KDP & IngramSpark Each title requires: 1 x Paperback full wrap cover 1 x Hardback full wrap cover Total output: 16 print-ready PDFs - this is a technical production task, not a redesign. What I Will Provide: High-resolution source PDFs (front, spine, back already designed) Example layout templates Final trim size Page count and paper type for spine calculation What You Must Deliver For EACH book: Amazon Paperback (print-ready PDF) Amazon Hardback (print-ready PDF) Ingram Paperback (print-ready PDF) Ingram Hardback (print-ready PDF) All files must: Be CMYK (no RGB) 300 DPI minimum Include 0.125" bleed Have correctly calculated spine width Have embedded fonts Be flattened Meet Amazon and IngramSpark upload standards Use the correct barcodes per book label (will be provided) Be correctly aligned for trim tolerance Important Notes Spine width differs between paperback and hardback. Spine width may differ between Amazon and Ingram. Typography and layout must remain unchanged. This is a resizing and compliance adjustment only. Required Experience Please only apply if you: Have previously prepared covers for both Amazon KDP and IngramSpark Understand spine width calculation Understand bleed and trim safety Have print production experience (not just digital design) Please share: 2–3 examples of print-ready book covers you prepared Confirmation that you understand spine calculation difference Estimated turnaround time.

Test task sticker design

I'm looking for a sticker around credit card sized to advertise my gym clothing businesses Kustomt Built Physique (K.B.P) it needs to leave room for a QR code to be added as it will be used for guerrilla marketing. Because of this I'm very open to the design. It needs to grab attention, spark curiosity without being offensive Quality of everything we produce is the most important thing.

Social Media Customer Attraction Campaign

I need a results-driven social-media push that will bring new online customers to my business. The core objective is straightforward: convert fresh eyes into loyal buyers through engaging posts, compelling ad creatives, and consistent community interaction. You’ll take charge of the entire funnel on the platforms you feel suit us best—whether that’s Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or a smart mix—optimising each channel to pull qualified traffic straight to our store. Insightful audience research, scroll-stopping visuals, persuasive copy, and data-led A/B testing should shape every step. By project end I expect: • A clear social strategy document outlining target personas and platform tactics • A 30-day content calendar with captions, hashtags, and asset guidelines • Three ad sets ready to launch, each complete with creative, copy, and audience parameters • A simple reporting template so I can monitor reach, engagement, and conversions If you’re confident you can spark real growth and you have examples of campaigns that turned followers into paying customers, let’s talk.

3 minutes of video lines up with song

need AI video that captures the lyrics of an alternative music video need the music to line up with the lyrics lyrics are song title: Hangman In a flash of electricity shocks are travellin thru her vein. Holy man alive Did you see those sparks collide Sending voltage to her brain and the chick is dead now What if this had happened when Back before electric chair, As her neck got snapped because the boards collapsed and the Hangman standing there put the hood on top of her hair He tried to give her money, He did it all the time when he called her HONEY she shot him from behind. Now it doesn't seem real lady like to kill your next of kin. Swinging from a noose Revenge for sex abuse and her dad won't sin again... and they both are dead now.

Senior Linux Server Admin (Ubuntu/Plesk/Docker/PrestaShop)

Overview I am looking for a reliable and experienced Linux server administrator to take real ownership of live production infrastructure. The goal is long-term cooperation with one technically strong person who communicates clearly, works pragmatically, and takes responsibility for the systems they manage. Infrastructure • VPS 20 (Contabo) — n8n, Docker, Nextcloud, Vikunja, Uptime Kuma • VPS 30 (Contabo) — Plesk, WordPress, Email (Postfix, Dovecot, SpamAssassin) • VPS 30 (Contabo) — PrestaShop live shop (Nginx + Apache, Cloudflare, PHP-FPM) • Dedicated Backup Server (Interserver) — automated backups, Google Drive, NFS Your First Task — System Cleanup & Security Takeover The previous administrator left the systems in a partially configured and insecure state. Before anything else, you will: Access Cleanup • Remove all SSH keys, SFTP users, and credentials of the previous administrator across all servers • Remove any email accounts or system accounts created by or forwarding to the previous administrator • Rotate all relevant passwords (root, SSH, Plesk, SFTP, database) and confirm with documentation Open Technical Items to Resolve • Cloudflare: 2 domains were started but not finished — in total 8 domains have to be set up and configured • Cloudflare: fix caching configuration that is causing instability on live websites • OpenVPN Community Edition: full fresh installation; provide 4 .ovpn certificates — owner (full access), PrestaShop developer (restricted), Member Area developer (restricted), yourself (temporary — revoked on project completion) • SSH: restrict access on all servers — must not remain open to Anywhere (0.0.0.0/0) • Cron jobs: fix broken cron on backup server (/home/en8en/backup missing); notifications only on failure, not on success • SFTP: screenshot per server confirming active users — only PrestaShop developer and Membo developer • Email server: written proposal for migration from MX Guarddog to Rspamd (open source), including user experience impact, then implementation • PrestaShop server: complete remaining optimizations (e.g. TTFB currently 4.4 seconds) • Backup monitoring: notifications only on failure — applies to all servers Ongoing Responsibilities • Manage Ubuntu production servers, Plesk environments, WordPress and PrestaShop setups • Keep systems updated, patched, and secure; manage domains, DNS, SSL, and email configurations • Manage developer access (SSH / SFTP); diagnose issues independently using logs and monitoring • Understand backup systems and restore procedures; work carefully on live systems without downtime What Matters To Me • Reliability — do what you say, confirm only what is actually done • Proactive mindset — identify and communicate problems before they become incidents • Propose solutions, align with me before acting, then execute cleanly • No delegation — you must be the person doing the work; no third-party access without explicit written permission • Long-term cooperation — I am not looking for a one-time fix Working Model • Freelance / hourly — estimated 5–10 hours per month during normal operation • All larger tasks discussed and agreed before execution • Updates submitted as Word documents with screenshots as proof of completion Please Include In Your Application • Short summary of relevant experience and similar infrastructure managed • General availability and typical response times • Confirmation that you are the person doing all the work Please submit your own rate proposal. The budget field is a platform requirement only and does not reflect the actual agreed rate

I need a 1 minute video advert created

I am seeking a talented video creator to produce a captivating 1-minute advertisement for my website, intended for promotion on Instagram and Facebook as a paid ad. The video should feature dynamic visuals and may include clips of me speaking, but the primary focus must be on crafting an engaging narrative that compels viewers to take action. The final product should be visually appealing, concise, and designed to spark curiosity, ensuring it resonates with the target audience. If you possess creativity and technical skills, I invite you to submit your bid for this project.

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TeleSales Opener (B2B Appointment Setting)

We’re looking for a confident, reliable Remote Sales Opener to join our growing team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys outbound conversations, understands how to get past gatekeepers, and knows how to spark interest without pitching or pushing. You will be the first point of contact in our sales process. Your job is simple but important: connect with businesses, create relevance, and book high-quality discovery calls with decision makers. You will not be closing deals. You will not be selling implementation. You will be opening doors and setting the stage for the rest of the sales journey. This is a contractor role, fully remote, with clear expectations, structured scripts, and performance-based pay. What you’ll be doing You’ll be making outbound calls to businesses using our data, scripts, and positioning. Your focus is on speaking to the right people, qualifying interest at a high level, and booking discovery calls that actually take place. Quality matters more than volume. You’ll be working closely with our closers and sales leadership to ensure smooth handovers and consistent standards.

Senior Data Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design, implement, and optimize data pipelines utilizing Scala, Spark, and Java. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain real-time data processing systems essential for business operations. Collaboration with data scientists and analysts is crucial to understand data requirements and deliver high-quality solutions. Responsibilities include ensuring data quality through robust testing, monitoring workflows, and troubleshooting pipelines. Candidates should possess a degree in Computer Science or Engineering, with proven experience in data engineering, real-time processing, and SQL proficiency. Familiarity with cloud platforms and data governance is preferred. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities: - Design, implement, and optimize data pipelines using Scala, Spark, and Java. - Develop and maintain real-time data processing systems to support business-critical operations. - Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver high-quality solutions. - Ensure data quality and reliability through robust testing and validation procedures. - Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines and workflows to ensure high availability and performance. - Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices to continuously improve our data infrastructure. Qualifications: -Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. - Proven experience with Scala, Spark, and Java in a data engineering or similar role. - Strong understanding of real-time data processing and streaming technologies. - Experience with big data platforms and tools such as Hadoop, Kafka, and Flink is a plus. - Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases. - Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. - Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Skills: - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their data services. - Knowledge of data warehousing solutions and ETL processes. - Familiarity with data governance and security best practices.

Need a Yin-Yang Teaser Animation Video

Create a short, minimalist animated teaser video (15–20 seconds base) that builds pure curiosity. No text, logos, domain names, or voiceover until the final 2–3 seconds for text — keep the animation mysterious and unexplained. Exact Sequence (same for all versions): 0–5 seconds: Classic black-and-white Taijitu (yin-yang symbol) centered on dark neutral background (charcoal or subtle gradient). Starts static, then gentle breathing pulse with faint glow. 5–13 seconds: Awakens elegantly — soft particle traces on S-curve, tiny sparks, smooth color transition: Yin half → deep midnight blue (#1A2A44). Yang half → warm amber gold (#D97706). Dots glow in opposite accents (soft gold in blue, subtle blue in gold). Gentle slow rotation/flowing energy — hypnotic and balanced. 13–17 seconds: Transition completes; symbol stabilizes, soft ripple/glow pulse. 17–20 seconds: Fade-in clean, bold centered text (white/light gray, sans-serif like Montserrat): "COMING SOON" (all caps, large but understated). Hold 2–3 seconds, fade to black. Deliver Three Formats (all from the same animation, centered crop): Horizontal (16:9): Full 1920×1080 or 1080p resolution. Vertical (9:16): 1080×1920 — optimized for TikTok/Reels/Shorts (center the symbol). Square (1:1): 1080×1080 — perfect for Instagram feed/X posts (center-crop the symbol). Style & Mood: Premium, philosophical, serene — subtle wellness/tech vibe. Smooth particle/glow (After Effects etc.), restrained elegance. Sound (optional): Faint ambient hum/chime/sparkle — silent OK. Deliverables: MP4s for each format (horizontal, vertical, square). Source file. 100% No copyright issues. David

Collabora Online + Nextcloud Integration – Issue

Collabora Online + Nextcloud Integration – Status & Outstanding Issue Environment Server: Dedicated Linux server (Plesk, EL9) Reverse proxy: Plesk-managed nginx (in front of Apache) Nextcloud: Self-hosted instance (HTTPS) Collabora: External Collabora Online server (Docker-based) Proxy model: nginx reverse proxy CDN / WAF: Disabled during testing SSL: Terminated at nginx (Collabora running without internal SSL) What Has Been Completed (and Verified) 1. Collabora container deployment Collabora Online is running in Docker Exposed internally on port 9980 Container starts cleanly and remains healthy Verified via direct local HTTP request: /hosting/discovery → HTTP 200 OK 2. nginx reverse proxy configuration nginx successfully proxies Collabora endpoints: /hosting/discovery /cool /browser WebSocket upgrades are enabled and functioning Verified externally over HTTPS: /hosting/discovery → HTTP 200 OK 3. SSL / proxy alignment SSL is terminated at nginx Collabora started with: SSL disabled internally SSL termination enabled This matches the reverse proxy architecture No TLS or certificate errors observed 4. CDN / firewall eliminated as a factor CDN/WAF fully disabled during testing Requests go directly from client → nginx → Collabora No CDN headers or interference present 5. Nextcloud Office configuration “Use your own server” selected External Collabora URL configured (HTTPS) Built-in CODE server disabled Demo server not used Admin UI reports Collabora as reachable 6. WOPI allow list configuration WOPI allow list configured in Nextcloud No token-based authentication configured Certificate verification left enabled (public certificate in use) 7. nginx validation nginx configuration validates successfully Reload performed via Plesk tooling No nginx syntax or runtime errors Current Behaviour (What Works) Collabora service starts normally Reverse proxy works correctly Discovery XML loads both: Internally (direct to port 9980) Externally (via HTTPS proxy) WebSocket connections establish successfully No networking, firewall, or SSL failures observed Current Issue (Still Failing) Error shown in Nextcloud UI Document loading failed Unauthorised WOPI host. Interpretation of the Error Collabora is rejecting the WOPI request Rejection happens after discovery and WebSocket setup This indicates a WOPI host authorisation failure, not a connectivity issue Likely Root Cause (High Confidence) The Collabora domain allowlist regex does not exactly match the WOPI host string generated by Nextcloud. Typical causes: Host includes an explicit port (e.g. :443) Regex not anchored (^ / $) Multiple valid hostnames not fully accounted for This is a known and common Collabora failure mode. Evidence Supporting This Conclusion Network path is fully functional SSL termination is correct Discovery and WebSockets work Error is specific to WOPI authorisation CDN/WAF is disabled Logs show normal Collabora startup and request handling up to WOPI validation Trying to get AI apps setup and working, trying to do this broke the Next docs.

ESP32 Embedded Firmware – Smooth Sparkler LED Animation

I am developing a wearable LED headband with a continuous, sparkler-style moving light effect. The mechanical design (SolidWorks / STEP) is fully completed and locked. This project is strictly focused on electronics and embedded firmware — no mechanical design, web, or mobile work. The goal is to implement a high-quality LED animation engine on a microcontroller (ESP32 or equivalent) that produces smooth, continuous motion around a 360° addressable LED ring (~72 LEDs). The animation must use fractional (sub-pixel) position tracking and brightness blending across adjacent LEDs — visible LED-to-LED stepping is not acceptable. Scope of Work: • Develop embedded C/C++ firmware for addressable LEDs (WS2812B / SK6812 or equivalent) • Implement continuous 360° motion with one or more moving “sparks” • Use floating-point or fixed-point math to blend brightness between adjacent LEDs • Create smooth trailing glow and subtle flicker (sparkler-style behavior) • Match motion speed and feel to provided reference visuals • Ensure clean, efficient, well-commented firmware suitable for manufacturing Deliverables: • Firmware source code • Short demo video showing slowed-down motion that clearly demonstrates sub-pixel interpolation • Brief explanation of animation logic and LED indexing • Optional: guidance on MCU/LED selection if needed Out of Scope: • Mechanical CAD • PCB layout • Mobile apps or cloud connectivity This project requires experience with embedded systems, microcontroller programming, and addressable LED animation. Please do not apply if your background is primarily web or mobile development.

1 page website + Privacy Policy page

Project Overview We are launching a Shopify app called ScaleGuard. The content, copy, and structure of the website are already finalized. This task is implementation only, not design or copywriting. The developer will receive ready-to-use HTML files. Scope of Work The developer is required to: Deploy a simple static website using the provided HTML files: index.html (main landing page) privacy-policy.html (privacy policy page) Host the website under our domain: Root path: / Privacy Policy: /privacy-policy Ensure the website is: Publicly accessible Mobile responsive Fast-loading SEO-friendly (basic meta tags already included) Technical Requirements No backend required No CMS required No database required No user authentication No third-party integrations This is a static deployment only. Accepted Solutions Any of the following is acceptable: Netlify Vercel Cloudflare Pages GitHub Pages Simple Nginx / Apache setup on an existing server The developer should choose the simplest and most cost-effective option. Deliverables Live website URL Verified working link to the Privacy Policy page Confirmation that the website is ready for Shopify App Store submission Out of Scope No redesign No copy changes No branding changes No animations No tracking or analytics setup (optional, not required) Success Criteria Website is live and publicly accessible Privacy Policy URL works correctly Pages render properly on desktop and mobile Ready to be used in Shopify App Store submission Notes This project is part of a Shopify App Store submission. Clean, professional execution is expected. Estimated Effort ⏱️ 1–2 hours max for an experienced developer.

Copy website and match URL structure locally

Copy website and match URL structure locally - I have multiple websites and need to copy them from one host (with CMS) to another host (without CMS). Flat copy. I understand things like contact forms will not work as they are PHP. The URL's must stay the same and all links work as they do now. I am running apache and want to see you run a local copy that I can have with the correct vhost and htaccess to make it work.

Research & Content Assistant for Social Impact Coaching Venture

About the Work: My name is Amrik and I am the founder of Panasure (www.panasure.com) , a new venture that guides individuals and organisations from profound loss to resilient renewal ("From Shattering to Synthesis"). My approach integrates 25 years of senior-level expertise in social work and trauma with deep-lived personal experience. I am looking for a sharp, empathetic student or recent graduate to assist in launching this mission. This is not generic social media management. It is applied research and thoughtful content creation at the intersection of psychology, personal narrative, and professional development. Key Tasks Would Include: Researching and compiling a targeted list of potential partner organisations (e.g., university counselling services, relevant charities). Helping to draft clear, compelling content (e.g., LinkedIn posts, short articles) based on my core framework and existing materials. Assisting with basic presentation design and content organisation for workshops. Providing general research support on topics related to grief, trauma-informed practice, and resilience coaching. Who You Are (The Ideal Candidate): You are a current postgraduate student or recent graduate in a field like Psychology, Social Sciences, Marketing, Communications, or Journalism. You are a clear writer and a curious researcher – you enjoy diving into complex topics and explaining them simply. You are intrinsically motivated by social impact and human stories. You want your skills to contribute to meaningful work. You are professional, reliable, and able to work independently from clear guidelines. Most importantly, you read the description above and felt a spark of interest. What This Offers You: Mentorship & Real-World Experience: Direct collaboration with the founder on a real venture. This is a portfolio piece with substance. Flexible, Remote Work: We'll agree on weekly tasks and deadlines that fit around your studies. A Fair Rate: We will agree on an hourly rate or project fee that respects your skill and time. To Apply: Please submit a proposal that includes: A brief note on why this specific project interests you (this is the most important part). Your relevant background (a link to your LinkedIn or CV is fine). Your availability over the next month. Your proposed hourly rate. I look forward to connecting with candidates who feel aligned with this mission Amrik

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Setup a OVH VPS server for a WordPress SaaS with DirectAdmin

I’m launching a self-hosted WordPress SaaS platform using AreaWP, and I’m looking for an experienced Linux SysAdmin / DevOps engineer who can setup my unmanaged OVH VPS as one time task. You have to setup the unmanaged OVH VPS server to use the platform AreaWP. The production server might run in the near future from 50 to 300 WordPress sites. - Apply security patches & OS updates - Install DirectAdmin - Optimize Nginx/Apache for WordPress - MariaDB/MySQL tuning/optimization - PHP/FPM tuning/optimization - Redis / OPcache optimization - DNS and SSL setup - Setup RAM/CPU/disk IO - Firewall configuration (CSF/UFW) - SSH hardening - Fail2Ban - Configure automatic backups - Remote storage (S3/Wasabi/OVH Archive) setup In short: - Install DirectAdmin, Nginx or Apache, PHP 8.x, MariaDB/MySQL, SSL automation, Cron jobs. Requirements You MUST have experience with: - Linux server admin (Ubuntu/Debian) - DirectAdmin installation & management - Nginx/Apache tuning for WordPress - MySQL/MariaDB optimization - WordPress hosting optimization - VPS security hardening\ - OVH, Hetzner, or similar VPS systems\ - The server should be able to handle 50-300 WP Websites Preferable to have strong WordPress CMS understanding in development and designing. You will not be handling the WordPress websites, you will only setup the VPS server and that's all.

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Magento 2 – Fix Ryft Payment Webhooks (Lightweight PHP)

I am running a Magento 2 multi-store environment with a Ryft payment gateway already integrated. The majority of the system is in place, but I need an experienced Magento 2 / payment gateway developer to audit, verify, and correctly finalise the Ryft webhook implementation. This is a senior-level technical task focused on correctness, performance, and reliability. Critical requirement (please read carefully) The Ryft webhook must be handled using a lightweight standalone PHP endpoint. ❌ NOT using Magento bootstrap (app/bootstrap.php) ❌ NOT loading the Magento framework just to receive webhooks ❌ NOT relying on heavy Apache or Magento routing The webhook should be received in plain PHP, validated, deduplicated, and only then pass confirmed data into Magento in a controlled way. The goal is minimal server load, high reliability, and zero duplicate processing. Current situation Magento 2 multi-store setup (many stores, shared codebase) Ryft payments are mostly working Webhooks are unreliable or not firing consistently Some order duplication and inconsistent order state updates Current implementation may be too heavy and loading Magento unnecessarily What I need you to do Review the existing Ryft payment and webhook configuration Verify webhook events are correctly received (eg captured, failed, refunded) Implement or correct a lightweight PHP webhook endpoint Validate webhook signatures securely Ensure idempotent processing (no duplicate order updates if Ryft retries) Ensure correct Magento order state updates once events are confirmed Confirm the final setup is production-safe and correctly architected What I am NOT looking for A full Magento rewrite Magento observers handling webhook ingestion Any solution that loads the Magento framework to receive webhooks Required experience Magento 2 (checkout flow, order states, payment modules) Payment gateway integrations Webhooks, retries, signatures, and idempotency Clean, efficient, production-grade PHP Budget This is a senior task. Fixed budget up to £750, depending on approach and experience. To apply, please answer BOTH questions below: Why is it bad practice to load Magento’s bootstrap when receiving payment webhooks, and what impact does this have on PHP-FPM and server load? How would you design webhook processing to prevent duplicate order updates if Ryft sends the same event more than once? Applications that do not answer both questions will not be considered.