Baseline Setup Baseline Setup, Part 6 – Automating the Rebuild with Git and Ansible The final piece of the rebuild: how I use Ansible and Git to automate service deployment, node setup, and config management across my homelab—so I can rebuild fast when it matters.
Baseline Setup Baseline Setup, Part 5 – Service Visibility with Homepage See how I deployed Homepage in Kubernetes to create a clean, fast, and live dashboard for my homelab. From grouped services to container health, it’s my daily launchpad.
Baseline Setup Baseline Setup, Part 4 – Centralized Authentication with Authentik How I set up centralized authentication using Authentik for my homelab. With SSO, role-based access, and Traefik middleware, I finally have a login system that just works.
Baseline Setup Baseline Setup, Part 3 – Dynamic Routing with Traefik How I deployed Traefik in my MicroK8s cluster using static and dynamic configs. With per-service TOML files, Let's Encrypt, and zero drama, Traefik remains a cornerstone in my homelab setup.
Baseline Setup Baseline Setup, Part 2 – Laying the Foundation with MicroK8s Laying the foundation for my homelab rebuild with MicroK8s. This post covers why I chose it, how I configured it, and how my Ansible admin node (Overseer) keeps everything repeatable.
UniFi How I Designed My UniFi Network for Performance, Privacy, and Peace of Mind A behind-the-scenes look at how I designed and segmented my UniFi network—covering VLANs, Wi-Fi strategy, firewall rules, and how each subnet fits into my homelab and home life.
Baseline Setup Baseline Setup, Part 1 – Rebuilding My Homelab from the Ground Up Rebuilding my homelab from the ground up after things got messy. This post kicks off a new series documenting the tools, configs, and decisions behind the new baseline.
Intro Featured Why I’m Writing This A quick intro to who I am, why this blog exists, and what kind of real-world systems, tools, and lessons you’ll find here—from homelab builds to cloud automation.
