Selfhosting

privacy

I Don't Want to Be the Product

Privacy is not about disappearing from the internet. It is about reducing the amount of personal data one company can collect, control, or hold hostage.

Aug 12, 2026 7 min read

kubernetes

KubeSolo: Moving From Docker to Kubernetes in a Homelab

Not every homelab needs a 3-node Kubernetes cluster. KubeSolo gives you a single-node way to learn Kubernetes, run real workloads, and bring Docker Compose services across without …

Jun 5, 2026 13 min read

networking

I Rebuilt My Homelab Network with OPNsense, Pi-hole, WireGuard, and NPM

I rebuilt my homelab network around OPNsense, Pi-hole, WireGuard, Nginx Proxy Manager, Portainer, Docker, and Kubernetes. Here’s what I’m running, why I chose each piece, and how …

May 28, 2026 7 min read

homelab

Sandboxing Your Curiosity: Exploring New Services Without Breaking Your Lab

Self-hosting is all about learning and experimenting, but constantly chasing shiny new tools can disrupt your stable setup. Create a sandbox environment to test new services …

Dec 2, 2024 2 min read

linux

Why Linux For Selfhosting?

Why your self-hosted services shouldn't run on your daily machine, and how to set up a dedicated Linux server.

Aug 11, 2024 4 min read

selfhosting

Break Things But Start Small

Start small, break things, and learn as you go. In self-hosting, setting achievable goals and documenting your process is crucial. Don't rush; take it step by step

Jun 3, 2024 2 min read

selfhosting

Why Selfhost?

What self-hosting actually is, why people do it, and whether it's worth the effort.

Mar 20, 2024 3 min read

selfhosting

Why You Need to Selfhost a Website

Self-hosting your blog not only shares your tech journey but also offers hands-on experience, ensuring a deeper grasp of knowledge.

Nov 6, 2023 2 min read

selfhosting

Umbrel: A Selfhosted Dashboard

Umbrel: A Selfhosted Dashboard simplifies self-hosting. From effortless app deployment to user-friendly features, it's perfect for both newcomers and experienced users.

Sep 27, 2023 3 min read

selfhosting

Embracing Proxmox: Virtualization Adventures in Self-Hosting

In my journey from Raspberry Pis to a dedicated Proxmox server, I embraced virtualization. Self-hosting offers endless learning, even when things break—a cycle of challenges and …

Sep 20, 2023 2 min read