Posted inDocker
Build Your Own DIY PaaS with Dokku: Deploy as Fast as Heroku
Turn your VPS into a personal PaaS with Dokku. Deploy Node.js and Python apps as fast as Heroku, automate SSL, and manage databases with just a few simple commands.
Posted inLinux
Pool “Surplus” Hard Drives into a Massive NAS with mergerfs on Linux
Stop struggling with scattered hard drives. Learn how to pool drives of different sizes using mergerfs on Linux to create a flexible Home Server storage system.
Posted inAI
Build Your Own AI Assistant for Obsidian with Khoj on Linux: Offline, Private, and Free
Transform Obsidian into a personal AI assistant with Khoj on Linux. A detailed guide on installing via Docker and connecting Ollama for secure, offline note retrieval.
Posted inAI
Build Your Own Private AI Search Engine with Perplexica and Docker
A guide to building your own personal AI search engine using Perplexica and Docker. A perfect Perplexity AI alternative supporting Ollama, Groq, and absolute privacy.
Posted inVirtualization
Installing Proxmox VE on Raspberry Pi 5: Ultra Low-Cost ARM64 Home Lab with Debian Port
A guide to installing Proxmox VE on Raspberry Pi 5 (ARM64) using Debian Bookworm as the base — no official ISO required. Build a low-cost virtualization home lab that consumes just 5–12W of power, capable of running LXC containers and ARM64 VMs for learning and testing.
Posted inFedora
Deploying GitLab CE on Fedora Server: Building Your Own Internal Source Control and CI/CD Platform with SELinux and firewalld
Six months running GitLab CE in production on Fedora Server — here's what I learned. SELinux doesn't need to be disabled, just configured correctly. Detailed guides covering firewalld, gitlab.rb, automated backups, and Prometheus/Grafana monitoring included. Everything you need to build your own internal DevOps platform without relying on the cloud.
Posted inFedora
Nextcloud on Fedora Server: Building Your Own Storage ‘Fortress’ with SELinux
Take control of your personal data by installing Nextcloud on Fedora Server. A detailed guide on configuring Nginx, MariaDB, and 'taming' SELinux for maximum security.
Posted inNetwork
Netmaker: Centralized WireGuard Mesh Network Management No Longer a Hassle
Managing hundreds of WireGuard nodes is no longer a concern with Netmaker. A detailed guide on building a centralized Mesh VPN, automating configuration, and optimizing security for businesses.
Posted inAI
Build Your Own Internal ‘GitHub Copilot’ with Tabby: Maximum Security, Ultra-Fast Speed
Build a powerful self-hosted AI coding assistant like GitHub Copilot on your own server. A detailed guide on installing Tabby, optimizing GPU, and securing enterprise source code.
Posted inDocker
Dockge: A Lightweight Docker Compose Manager, the Perfect Portainer Alternative for Low-Spec VPS
Dockge is a modern, lightweight, and easy-to-use Docker Compose manager. Learn how to install Dockge as a Portainer alternative to save RAM and manage containers more efficiently.