Why is Running Mastodon via Docker So Complicated?

A rant about the convoluted process of setting up Mastodon using Docker and the frustration of dealing with multiple dependencies and configurations.

December 4, 2024

Enclosed could be the best PrivateBin replacement

Enclosed, with its sleek design and enhanced features, is a promising replacement for PrivateBin as a secure note-sharing app. Here’s why I’m considering making the switch.

November 27, 2024 · 2 min · 383 words

To Portchecker or not?

PortChecker - Check for Open Ports EASILY Learn how to self-host portchecker.io using a Docker container! This handy tool allows you to check the port status of any hostname or IP address, which is essential for managing port forwarding and network security. In this video, we'll walk you through the entire process, from downloading the Docker image to accessing your own private instance of portchecker.io. Honestly, I’m not sure why you’d bother self-hosting PortChecker—it’s just a tool to check your server’s port status. You can easily use the website for that. It’s not like it’s going to keep tabs on your ports 24/7, so unless you’re on a mission to host everything yourself, this might be a bit much! ...

November 26, 2024

Why I Prefer SQLite-Only Docker Services

SQLite’s simplicity, minimal setup, and low maintenance make it an ideal choice for Docker services, especially when you’re the sole user. The highlights the reasons why SQLite works perfectly for small-scale personal applications.

November 20, 2024 · 2 min · 339 words

Custom Caddy Docker image with Cloudflare DNS challenge support

This guide provides a custom Dockerized Caddy image setup that uses Cloudflare DNS for SSL/TLS verification, ideal for servers behind firewalls or NAT.

November 15, 2024 · 4 min · 792 words

Securing Your Docker-Hosted Service with HTTP Basic Authentication in Caddy

Learn how to secure a Docker-hosted service with Caddy’s HTTP Basic Authentication, an effective way to protect access in controlled environments. This guide walks through configuring Caddy as a reverse proxy with Basic Authentication to limit access to a containerized service.

November 14, 2024 · 2 min · 355 words · deuts

Samba Docker or Native

Many say Samba on Docker doesn’t make sense. But does it?

March 16, 2024 · 1 min · 128 words

Docker Apps to Install

This is a checklist of Docker apps I want to spin up and test in the near future.

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 26 words

Update on Vikunja

There seems to be a new update on Vikunja.

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 187 words

I can't make Vikunja work on my set up

Even with all the fancy containers, I find it not reliable.

August 25, 2023 · 1 min · 142 words