An HttpModule is a perfect way to add an HTTP header to every request in IIS. An HttpModule is an assembly that is called on every request (and as of IIS 7 this includes non-ASPNET requests). Other uses of HttpModules include tracing, logging, and security. We have a change coming up where having an HTTP header added to certain responses will be very helpful. I thought I would share my C# code for the HttpModule and some JavaScript that will use the new HTTP header on the client to display a message.

A few weeks ago, I was asked to help technical support with a new feature we are adding to our Media Streaming Server. Our developers added SSL to the Media Streaming Server, and technical support needed some SSL certificates for development and testing before we release it in mid-February.

Some years ago, I worked in the IT department, and I never delete anything. I just happened to have a few scripts that could help them streamline self-signed certificate creation.

Today is International Programmer's Day! If you are lucky enough to have a programmer in your life, don't give them a hug, as they are most likely an introvert. Get them their favorite caffeinated beverage.

If you thought it was tomorrow, your heart is in the right place. However, in true programmer's spirit