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Production Readiness Improvements: - Fixed scheduling to match spec (8 AM & 12 PM ADT instead of 6 AM/6 PM) - Enabled NAS synchronization in production runner with error handling - Fixed file naming convention to spec format (hvacknowitall_combined_YYYY-MM-DD-THHMMSS.md) - Made systemd services portable (removed hardcoded user/paths) - Added environment variable validation on startup - Moved DISPLAY/XAUTHORITY to .env configuration Systemd Improvements: - Created template service file (@.service) for any user - Changed all paths to /opt/hvac-kia-content - Updated installation script for portable deployment - Fixed service dependencies and resource limits Documentation: - Created comprehensive PRODUCTION_TODO.md with 25 tasks - Added PRODUCTION_GUIDE.md with deployment instructions - Documented spec compliance gaps (65% complete) Remaining work includes retry logic, connection pooling, media downloads, and pytest test suite as documented in PRODUCTION_TODO.md 🤖 Generated with [Claude Code](https://claude.ai/code) Co-Authored-By: Claude <noreply@anthropic.com>
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ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=6111
Title: The September Sweet Spot: Do This In August To Beat The October Commercial HVAC Maintenance Rush
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/the-september-sweet-spot-commercial-hvac-maintenance
Publish Date: Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:34:35 +0000
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ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=6104
Title: The September Sweet Spot: Why Smart Residential Techs Schedule HVAC Maintenance In August
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/the-september-sweet-residential-spot-hvac-maintenance
Publish Date: Thu, 07 Aug 2025 13:28:12 +0000
Content:
Discover why September is the perfect time for HVAC maintenance - beat the October rush, prevent winter emergencies, and boost profits while improving work-life balance.
ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=6068
Title: Bi-Flow TXVs in Heat Pumps: How They Work & Why They Matter
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/bi-flow-txvs-in-heat-pumps-how-they-work-why-they-matter
Publish Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2025 16:56:02 +0000
Content:
Discover how bi-flow TXVs enable heat pumps to operate efficiently in both heating and cooling modes without requiring additional check valves or components.
ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=5994
Title: HVAC Design Heat Load Factors: Finding the Shortcuts
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/hvac-design-heat-load-factors-shortcut
Publish Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:54:12 +0000
Content:
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ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=5984
Title: HVAC Design Heat Loads in the Real World: Precision Versus Accuracy
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/hvac-design-heat-loads-precision-versus-accuracy
Publish Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2025 02:27:22 +0000
Content:
Discover why real-world energy consumption data provides more accurate heat load calculations than theoretical models. Learn how to convert gas usage into precise BTU requirements for right-sized HVAC systems.
ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=5974
Title: HVAC Design Heat Load Factors: A Simplified Method for 10-Second Load Calculations
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/hvac-design-heat-load-factors-simplified-method-load-calculations
Publish Date: Wed, 09 Jul 2025 22:16:53 +0000
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ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=5951
Title: Heat Pump Reversing Valves Explained: How They Work in HVAC Systems
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/heat-pump-reversing-valves-explained-how-they-work-in-hvac-systems
Publish Date: Tue, 17 Jun 2025 17:27:05 +0000
Content:
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ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=5941
Title: BMS User Interfaces: From Graphics to Mobile Dashboards
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/bms-user-interfaces-dashboards
Publish Date: Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:48:46 +0000
Content:
Navigate any BMS interface with confidence using this comprehensive guide to building automation dashboards. Explore the evolution from command-line systems to modern mobile apps, master essential interface elements, and learn time-saving shortcuts that experienced technicians use daily. Boost your efficiency and troubleshooting speed by understanding how to interact with the digital side of HVAC systems.
ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=5940
Title: BMS Network Architecture: How Complex HVAC Control Systems Communicate
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/bms-network-architecture-communication
Publish Date: Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:36:17 +0000
Content:
Unravel the mystery of BMS communication networks with this technician-friendly guide to protocols, physical infrastructure, and troubleshooting strategies. From BACnet and Modbus to Ethernet and RS-485, learn how building automation systems transmit critical data and how to diagnose network issues that impact HVAC performance. Essential knowledge for any technician working with modern building systems.
ID: https://hvacknowitall.com/?p=5939
Title: BMS Control Fundamentals: How to Navigate the Backend of Building Automation
Type: newsletter
Link: https://hvacknowitall.com/blog/bms-control-fundamentals
Publish Date: Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:22:40 +0000
Content:
Demystify the complex world of BMS control logic with this practical guide to inputs, outputs, PID loops, and sequence programming. Learn how control loops make decisions, troubleshoot common issues, and bridge your mechanical HVAC knowledge with digital control systems. Perfect for technicians who understand the hardware but need clarity on the software driving modern building automation.