Ansible โ Configuration as Code for building up my Homelab
I have been using Ansible to manage my homelab infrastructure. It's a great tool to automate the deployment and configuration of servers and services. Let me share with you how I use Ansible to manage my homelab.
AdGuard Home โ Network Wide Ad Blocking in your Homelab
Let's talk about AdGuardHome, a network-wide ad blocking software that you can run in your homelab. It's a great way to block ads and trackers on your network without having to install ad blockers on every device.
Nginx โ The reverse proxy in my Homelab
Nginx is a powerful reverse proxy that I use in my homelab to expose services to the internet. In this post, I'll show you how I use it and how you can use it too.
Self-Host Vaultwarden with Scheduled Backups
In this article, I will show you how to self-host Vaultwarden along with a backup solution that will periodically backup your data safely.
HTTPS with self-signed certificates for your Homelab services
In this article we will deep dive into understanding how we can setup HTTPS with self-signed certificates for our Homelab services.This is often required when you are running your own services and you want to access them over HTTPS.
Setup Shareable Drive with Samba in Linux
In this article we will setup a shareable drive in Linux with SMB. We will learn how to setup the share directory using Samba on server and how to mount it on client.
Setup Shareable Drive with NFS in Linux
In this article we will learn how to setup a shareable drive with NFS in Linux. We will see the steps to setup NFS server and mount the drive on a client machine.
Linkding: Self Hosted Bookmark Manager
In this post I will show you how to setup Linkding, a self hosted bookmark manager that I am personally using for a while now and I am very happy with it. I will also share with you my setup and how I am using it.
My self hosting journey in 2023
In the journey of homelabbing, I have started self hosting some really amazing services that I am using in my day to day life. This blog outlines what all service I am self hosting in my homelab and what I plan to explore in the upcoming year.
AdGuard Home + Tailscale = Erase Ads on the Go
Fed up with pesky online ads? In this blog, I'll show you how a dynamic duo, AdGuard Home and Tailscale, can give you ad-free browsing anytime, anywhere. It's a technical adventure that's worth every click.
How I Safeguard Essential Data in My Homelab with Off-site Backup on Cloud
Data is the lifeblood of my homelab, and losing it would be a nightmare. Join me in exploring my backup strategy, featuring rclone and systemd, to keep my databases, vital data, and even passwords safe and sound in the cloud.
Should You Self-Host Password Managers On-Premises?
The idea of self-hosting your password manager on-premises has been a hot topic in the homelab community. But is it worth the effort and potential risks? I've gathered insights from experienced self-hosters to help you decide.
Unleash the Power of Self-Hosted Services with Cloudflare Tunnels
Say goodbye to complicated port forwarding and hello to effortless access to your self-hosted services with Cloudflare Tunnels. Discover how to configure and use this game-changing technology.
Dynamic DNS Made Easy with Cloudflare API
Get rid of the hassle of manual IP updates for your domain with our step-by-step guide on how to create a DDNS using Cloudflare DNS API. Effortlessly keep your domain pointing to your dynamic IP address with just a few simple scripts.
Revamp Your Old Android Phone into a Mini Linux Server
Turn your old Android phone into a portable Linux server with the Linux Deploy app. Learn how to set up a Debian server on your device and use it to host websites, run scripts, and more!
Building My First Home Lab
Finally after waiting for a long time, I started building my first Home lab and here's how I got started with it.