I set up self-hosted Postiz and try to connect it to YouTube, VK, and RuTube - walking through the real steps, the required env variables, and known bugs. In the end, out of three platforms, only one works reliably, and I honestly explain why.
A step-by-step guide to installing Komodo as a Portainer alternative: docker-compose, MongoDB, bind mounts instead of volumes, login via Authentik (OIDC), and connecting additional hosts via Periphery.
Middleware is the second most important building block of Traefik after routers. In this article I break down what it is, why it’s needed, how it’s applied, what a chain is, and I go through all the middlewares from the open-source version of Traefik with the configuration examples I use myself.
A detailed guide to installing and configuring Traefik in an LXC container to set up a reverse proxy. Covers Docker setup, routing configuration, SSL integration, and recommendations for managing web traffic.
A detailed walkthrough for installing and configuring Grimmory: deploying it in Docker, adding books, organizing your library, and using the built-in web reader.
We go through installing and configuring Memos - a minimalist self-hosted app for quick notes and a personal journal. I’ll show how to run it in Docker, its core features, how to organize notes, and homelab use cases.
A step-by-step setup of the Reputation Policy and GeoIP in Authentik for restricting access by IP reputation and country, with a breakdown of typical protection scenarios.
A step-by-step guide to setting up email notifications in Authentik: connecting SMTP, enabling event notifications, configuring email templates, and verifying delivery.
A step-by-step guide to disabling passwords and two-factor authentication for local Authentik users: setting up the authentication flow, stages, policies, and recommendations for safe use
A detailed guide to setting up Cloudflare Turnstile - a modern alternative to CAPTCHA for protecting login, registration, and password recovery forms without degrading the user experience.
A detailed guide to setting up password recovery in Authentik, covering flows, stages, and policies, along with recommendations for protecting against username enumeration attacks.
A detailed explanation of how Authentik’s Proxy Provider adds authentication and SSO to any application. A simple flow diagram, key concepts, and usage examples.
A detailed overview of the initial setup of Authentik - an open source system for centralized authentication and authorization (IdP/SSO). We’ll walk through the very first steps of setting up Authentik.
A detailed guide to installing and configuring Diun for tracking Docker image updates. Covers deployment steps, integration with notification services, and monitoring automation, so you can update your containers on time and improve system security.
A detailed comparison of Obsidian and TriliumNext: two powerful systems for organizing notes and a personal knowledge base. Which one should you choose for your workflow?
A step-by-step guide to installing and configuring Trilium for organizing notes and knowledge bases on a personal server. Covers installation via Docker, web interface setup, users, and recommendations for effective note management.
A step-by-step guide to installing Vaultwarden - a lightweight self-hosted version of Bitwarden. From a basic docker-compose to an advanced configuration with SSO and push notifications.
A step-by-step guide to installing and configuring Mealie for managing recipes on your own server. Covers installation via Docker, database setup, the web interface and mobile access, integration with external recipe sources, plus the new AI features (importing recipes from video) and unit standardization.
A detailed guide to installing and configuring PostgreSQL on a server. Covers installation steps, creating users and databases, setting up backups, and basic security for stable and reliable operation.
A comparative overview of popular authentication solutions: Authelia, Authentik, Keycloak, and Zitadel. Covers the capabilities, pros and cons of each service, use-case scenarios, and recommendations for choosing the right tool for home or corporate use.
A detailed guide to installing and configuring Fedora Server 42. Covers the main steps: installing the system, configuring users, network services, and a baseline configuration for a secure and stable server.
A step-by-step guide to installing and configuring Linkwarden for securely managing your links. Covers server installation, user setup, browser and mobile device integration, and basic security settings.
