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Self-Hosting and Homelab Planning

Planning tools for anyone building or expanding a self-hosted infrastructure. Covers hardware sizing, NAS suitability, Docker stack generation, Proxmox cluster design, and real running cost estimation before you spend money.

Who this is for

Homelab builders, self-hosters, and anyone deciding whether to replace cloud services with local infrastructure.

Who uses these tools

Homelab builders, self-hosters, and anyone deciding whether to replace cloud services with local infrastructure.

Problems these tools address

  • Not knowing which hardware tier is enough for the services you want to run
  • Choosing between a NAS, mini PC, server, or Proxmox setup
  • Understanding the real monthly cost of running hardware before buying it
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Self-Hosted Stack Builder and Cost vs Cloud Calculator

Builds a practical self-hosted replacement plan for the cloud services you currently pay for, and shows the hardware and cost logic behind switching — so you can make an informed decision before buying anything.

People paying monthly for cloud storage, productivity tools, or media services who want to understand whether self-hosting those services on their own hardware is realistic and cost-effective.

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NAS Workload Suitability Checker

Evaluates whether a NAS device can realistically handle your intended workloads — media serving, Docker containers, backups, or VM-style tasks — based on hardware class and typical performance limits.

Anyone considering buying a NAS, or who already owns one and wants to understand whether it can handle more than basic file storage without degrading performance.

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Docker Compose Generator

Generates a structured Docker Compose starting point for your chosen self-hosted applications, including networking layout, volume configuration, and reverse proxy recommendations.

Self-hosters who want to deploy multiple services with Docker but find starting from scratch with multiple documentation sources time-consuming and error-prone.

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Proxmox Cluster Planner

Helps you design a realistic Proxmox cluster before purchasing hardware — covering node count, CPU and RAM allocation, storage strategy, and VM versus container placement for your intended workloads.

Homelab builders and infrastructure planners who want to avoid costly sizing mistakes before committing to Proxmox hardware purchases.

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Homelab Power Consumption and Electricity Cost Estimator

Calculates your homelab's estimated monthly and yearly electricity cost based on hardware wattage, usage patterns, and your local electricity rate — so running cost is part of the decision before you buy.

Homelab builders who want to understand the true operating cost of always-on hardware before or after purchasing equipment.

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