Best Apps to Self-Host in 2026 — Raspberry Pi & Homelab
15 best self-hosted apps for Raspberry Pi and homelab in 2026. Replace cloud services with privacy-first alternatives you control.
12 min read raspberry-pi, docker, self-hosting
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Longer write-ups on the subjects the calculators cover — how the numbers are derived, what the standards actually say, and what happens when you build the thing.
Build a Portable Raspberry Pi Server
Build a self-contained portable Raspberry Pi server with battery power, SSD storage, and WiFi hotspot. Perfect for off-grid computing, field work, and travel.
10 min read raspberry-pi, off-grid, hardware
Color Theory for Developers — Building Palettes That Work
Learn the fundamentals of color theory, how to pick harmonious color palettes, and why HSL is more intuitive than hex codes. Practical guide for developers and designers.
8 min read design, css, tutorial
Understanding Compound Interest — The Math Behind Growing Your Money
Learn how compound interest works with formulas, examples, and visualizations. Understand the difference between simple and compound interest and how contributions accelerate growth.
9 min read finance, math, tutorial
Cooking Measurement Conversions — Cups, Grams, Ounces and Everything Between
The complete guide to converting between cups, grams, milliliters, ounces, tablespoons and teaspoons for cooking and baking. Includes ingredient-specific conversions.
7 min read cooking, tutorial
Docker Compose Projects for Raspberry Pi — 10 Stacks to Try
10 ready-to-use Docker Compose stacks for Raspberry Pi. Copy-paste configs for media servers, monitoring, development tools, and more.
12 min read raspberry-pi, docker, self-hosting
Power Budget for Off-Grid Raspberry Pi Projects
Plan your off-grid Raspberry Pi power system. Calculate total consumption, size batteries and solar panels, and choose the right voltage regulators.
10 min read raspberry-pi, off-grid, hardware
Self-Host Nextcloud on Raspberry Pi (Complete Guide)
Set up your own cloud storage with Nextcloud on Raspberry Pi. Covers Docker Compose, MariaDB, SSL with Caddy, and mobile sync.
12 min read raspberry-pi, docker, self-hosting
Solar Powered Home Server — Run 24/7 Off-Grid
Build a solar-powered Raspberry Pi home server that runs 24/7 off-grid. Covers solar panel sizing, battery selection, charge controllers, and power monitoring.
12 min read raspberry-pi, off-grid, hardware
Subnet Masks and CIDR Notation — A Practical Networking Guide
Understand subnet masks, CIDR notation, and IP address ranges. Learn to calculate network addresses, broadcast addresses, and host counts with examples.
9 min read networking, developer, tutorial
Wire Gauge & Current Ratings for Raspberry Pi Projects
Choose the right wire gauge for Raspberry Pi power, GPIO, and sensor connections. Covers AWG sizes, current limits, and voltage drop calculations.
7 min read raspberry-pi, hardware, electronics
WireGuard VPN on Raspberry Pi — Secure Remote Access
Set up WireGuard VPN on Raspberry Pi for secure remote access to your homelab. Covers both manual install and Docker, with client configs for phone and laptop.
10 min read raspberry-pi, networking, self-hosting