Technology
I Switched to Jellyfin and Never Looked Back: When Plex Hit $250
After Plex Pass's pricing policy change, I detail my experience switching to Jellyfin, from setup to performance, security to user experience…
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Tutorials
I Deleted Google Photos: All My Memories to My Own Server with Immich
I detailed my transition from Google Photos to Immich, the challenges I faced, and the specifics of photo management on my own server, step by step.
Technology
Self-Hosting: A Hobby or a Necessity?
With 20 years of system architecture experience, I examine whether managing your own servers is a pleasure or an inevitable need.
Career
Thinking Beyond the Cloud: 5 Self-Hosting Skills That Make
I'm sharing the unique value that managing my own servers has added to my tech career, even in the cloud era, and 5 essential skills.
Life
Is Hosting Your Own LLM Really Advantageous for a Side Project?
I examine the real-world advantages and disadvantages of running your own LLM locally in terms of cost, performance, and flexibility.
Life
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An Engineer's Sustainability Ledger: Why I Run on Less
One VPS, fewer watts, less carbon. A 20-year engineer's pragmatic manifesto on why running lean isn't a green sticker — it's an architectural ethic.
Life
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Living on My Own Server: An Indie Hacker's Work-Life Balance
I share my experiences managing my own servers and its impact on the 'indie hacker' lifestyle and work-life balance.