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Stephen’s Docker & Homelab Notes


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Welcome 👋

This site is my personal knowledge base for:

  • Docker containers

  • Self-hosting

  • Homelab setup

  • Troubleshooting and fixes

Everything here is based on real setups using Docker Compose across my homelab.

This is primarily for my own reference, but may help others.

🖥️ Homelab Overview

  • Two Linux mini PCs on the same network

    • micropc → main Docker host

    • minipc → automation / utility host

  • Storage hosted on Synology NAS

  • Containers managed with Docker Compose

  • Monitoring via Dozzle and DIUN

📚 Main Sections

🐳 Docker Containers

Setup notes and configurations for containers like:

  • Jellyfin

  • Home Assistant

  • Paperless-ngx

  • ESPHome

⚙️ Infrastructure

Core setup and environment:

  • Reverse proxy

  • Networking

  • DNS fixes

  • Storage mounts

🛠️ Problems & Fixes

Quick reference for issues I’ve solved:

  • Container networking problems

  • Permission issues

  • Hardware acceleration fixes

📝 Logs / Journal

Short entries of what I’ve done:

  • Installations

  • Fixes

  • Changes over time

⚡ How to Use This Site

  • Each page is written as a quick reference

  • Most setups include Docker Compose examples

  • Problems and fixes are documented for reuse

📌 Notes

  • This is not a polished blog

  • It is a working reference system

  • Simplicity is prioritised over presentation

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