This repository is a comprehensive, community-driven guide to self-hosting software and managing personal or organizational web servers. It targets individuals and organizations looking to gain control over their data and applications by moving away from SaaS providers, offering extensive resources on hardware, operating systems, networking, and a vast array of self-hostable software categories.

How It Works

The guide is structured as a vast, interconnected knowledge base, detailing concepts, tools, and specific software for each aspect of self-hosting. It emphasizes Docker and containerization as a primary deployment method, explaining its benefits for managing dependencies and isolation. The content is organized into logical sections, covering everything from foundational hardware and OS choices to advanced topics like LLMs, VPNs, and security.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Installation: No direct installation required; it's a guide. Users will install individual self-hosted applications based on the guide's recommendations, often using Docker.
• Prerequisites: A general understanding of computing, networking, and a willingness to learn. Specific software requirements will vary per application discussed.
• Resources: The guide itself is accessible via a web browser. Setting up individual self-hosted applications will require appropriate hardware (e.g., a server, Raspberry Pi) and internet connectivity.

Highlighted Details

• Breadth of Coverage: Encompasses a massive range of self-hostable software, from basic web servers and file sync to AI/LLM platforms, home automation, and niche tools.
• Containerization Focus: Strong emphasis on Docker and containerization for deployment and management.
• Community-Driven: Encourages contributions and updates via GitHub issues, reflecting a collaborative approach to knowledge sharing.
• Detailed Explanations: Provides in-depth descriptions of technologies, protocols, and software, often including setup instructions and learning resources.

Maintenance & Community

The project is hosted on GitHub by "mikeroyal" and actively maintained through community contributions via GitHub issues and pull requests. Links to relevant subreddits (e.g., r/Selfhosted) are provided for community engagement.

Licensing & Compatibility

The README does not explicitly state a license for the guide's content. Individual software projects mentioned will have their own licenses.

Limitations & Caveats

The sheer volume of information can be overwhelming for beginners. The guide is a curated list of resources, not a step-by-step tutorial for every application, requiring users to consult individual project documentation for specific implementation details.