Florian Hoss

This guide will show you how to get Nix-OS running in Unraid. Nix-OS is a Linux distribution that uses the Nix package manager, which allows for declarative configuration and reproducible builds. This makes it an excellent choice for self-hosting applications and services.

We explore how to use GoCron, a self-hosted cron job scheduler, to automate the backup of self-hosted services. We will cover the setup process, configuration, and best practices for ensuring reliable backups.

Let’s talk about the evolution of my menu scraper project, from its humble beginnings as a quick lunchtime tool to a robust, open-source platform with a modern stack.

I will showcase my current setup and talk about securely linking them together.

Since my first steps into self-hosting 2018, I have been using Nextcloud as my primary solution for file storage and documents. However, over time, I found myself increasingly dissatisfied with its performance and complexity.