Automation

Automation

Stop using Alexa. Start building a private, intelligent smart home that runs entirely on your local network. Guides for Home Assistant, Zigbee, and local AI.
20
Oct
Beyond the Fluff: Real-World CI/CD Automation for Your Homelab

Beyond the Fluff: Real-World CI/CD Automation for Your Homelab

CI/CD is more than just an enterprise buzzword; it’s a fundamental shift in how homelab enthusiasts and self-
6 min read
19
Sep
An image of a digitized "ghost" running backup data streams across infrastructure. It's just a header image for eye-candy.

How to Automate Docker Backups: Script to Stop, Sync, Update & Prune

Utilize simple builtin tools to backup your entire dockerized digital library!
13 min read
20
Aug
Looks like a system from 2030; how much will that cost?

Building the Ultimate Home Assistant Server (2026 Edition)

Stop building your smart home on a fragile SD card. Here is the professional guide to running Home Assistant on an N100 Mini PC with Docker - fully unlocked and "Add-on" free.
11 min read
11
Aug
Infographic showing a local AI stack with 6 phases, browser->AI Agents->LLM Server->Hardware->Models->Integrations.

Build Your Own Local AI Server / Stack with Ollama & Docker (2026 Guide)

Learn how to run private AI locally using Docker Compose, Ollama and Open WebUI. Includes NVIDIA GPU setup, model selection, networking and troubleshooting.
9 min read
06
Aug
A VRAM quantisization chart, showing tiers starting from 8gb through to 24gb and what you can run.

Best GPU for Local LLMs (2026): VRAM Tier List & Buyer's Guide

Don't overpay for AI hardware. Discover the best GPUs for local LLM inference based on VRAM-per-dollar, from used RTX 3090s to the new RTX 5090 endgame.
25 min read