9 posts tagged with "homelab"

Welcome to the official Bankai-Tech blog! This is where I'll be sharing news, tutorials, deep-dives, and thoughts on all things self-hosting, Docker, and homelab infrastructure.

Before Proxmox, all my services ran on a single host with no isolation. One bad update could take down everything. Here's why I chose Proxmox and how virtualization transformed my homelab.

As we wrap up 2025, I wanted to reflect on the changes to my homelab setup, what worked, what didn't, and plans for the new year.

Have a bunch of different-sized drives? Want to use them as one big storage pool without RAID complexity? MergerFS is the answer. Here's how to pool your drives while maintaining flexibility.

Hard drives fail. It's not a matter of if, but when. Scrutiny helps you predict failures before they happen by monitoring SMART data across all your drives. Here's how to set it up.

Docker has become the backbone of modern homelabs. If you're new to containerization or looking to level up your homelab game, this guide will help you understand why Docker matters and how to get started.

Node-RED is a flow-based programming tool that lets you wire together APIs, services, and devices with a visual interface. Perfect for homelab automation without writing code. Here's how to get started.

Proxmox VE is the secret weapon of serious homelabbers. This enterprise-grade virtualization platform lets you run multiple operating systems, containers, and services on a single machine. Here's how to get started.

Ready to start your homelab journey but not sure where to begin? This guide covers hardware choices, software essentials, and the mindset that will help you succeed.