Hi!, I'm Akash Rajpurohit, a self taught software developer based in India. I specialize in developing web applications and cross platform mobile applications using modern technologies.
Running a few products solo means a lot of things can quietly break while you're not looking. So I built something that watches for me, only speaks when it matters, investigates the problem itself, and hands me the fix.
A relative needed a website for their wholesale catalog. I turned a Google Sheet into the backend, and gave myself almost nothing to maintain.
Your database just corrupted at Midnight. Here's how to set up automated backups and point-in-time recovery so you can sleep without panic.
Your backend needs a database. Here's how to set up PostgreSQL with Docker Compose on your VPS - the way most developers actually do it in 2025.
Skip the analysis paralysis. Real performance data and pricing to help you pick between DigitalOcean, Linode, Vultr, and Hetzner based on your actual needs.
Your hosting choice makes or breaks your project. Here are the real costs and decision criteria to stop second-guessing and pick the right option for your specific situation.
Beszel is a lightweight server monitoring solution with Docker stats, historical data, and alerts. Built with a single Go binary and minimal resource footprint, it's perfect for monitoring your homelab infrastructure efficiently.
Why chasing titles can derail your actual growth - and why the highest-paid engineers often have the most boring job titles.
Your app just crashed over night because you hit the 4GB RAM limit. Here's how to monitor VPS resources and avoid nasty surprises.
Why obsessing over perfect code is killing your career while developers focused on business impact are getting promoted and making millions.
Essential security hardening commands to secure your fresh VPS fast. No lengthy explanations - just the commands that work.
Why managing engineers at 100% capacity is like maxing out your servers - it leaves no headroom for when the real challenges hit.
Redlib is a blazing-fast, privacy-first alternative frontend for Reddit built in Rust. Born from the ashes of Libreddit's rate limiting issues, it provides a clean, ad-free Reddit browsing experience while keeping your data private and secure.
Rybbit is a modern, privacy-first analytics platform that serves as a compelling alternative to Google Analytics. With features like session replay, real-time dashboards, and zero-cookie tracking, it's perfect for privacy-conscious developers who want comprehensive analytics without compromising user privacy.
Discover SafeLine WAF, an intelligent self-hosted Web Application Firewall that uses AI to protect your web services. Complete setup guide with real-world testing and homelab integration tips.
Learn how to secure your homelab with fail2ban, an intrusion prevention tool that automatically blocks malicious IP addresses. Complete setup guide with Discord notifications and best practices.
SearXNG is a privacy-focused metasearch engine that aggregates results from various search engines. Learn how to set it up and configure it for optimal privacy and performance.
Stirling PDF is a powerful, locally hosted web application that allows you to perform various operations on PDF files. Learn how to set it up and automate PDF processing in your homelab.
n8n is a powerful workflow automation tool that helps you connect and automate your self-hosted services. Perfect for creating custom workflows and integrations in your homelab.
Paperless-ngx is a powerful document management system that helps you go paperless by automatically organizing and making your documents searchable. Perfect for managing bills, receipts, and important documents in your homelab.
Immich is a high-performance, self-hosted photo and video backup solution that rivals Google Photos in features and user experience. Perfect for taking control of your precious memories while maintaining the convenience of cloud photo services.
A comprehensive guide for Indian software developers working with foreign clients on how to receive payments, handle taxes, and manage GST compliance. Learn about payment platforms, tax implications, and best practices.
Authelia is a powerful authentication and authorization server that provides secure Single Sign-On (SSO) for all your self-hosted services. Perfect for adding an extra layer of security to your homelab.
Speedtest Tracker is a self-hosted internet speed monitoring tool that helps you track your ISP's performance over time. Perfect for ensuring you're getting the speeds you're paying for.
Ntfy is a simple yet powerful pub-sub notification service that lets you send push notifications to your phone or desktop from any of your self-hosted services. Perfect for monitoring, alerts, and automation in your homelab.
2024 has been an amazing year for my homelab journey. From upgrading hardware to implementing Infrastructure as Code, and exploring new services, here is a recap of my self-hosting adventures this year.
MeTube is a web UI for youtube-dl/yt-dlp that allows you to download videos from YouTube and other platforms. It's perfect for archiving your favorite content or downloading videos for offline viewing.
Recently I migrated my homelab from using Nginx with local domain certificates to using Caddy with automatic SSL certificates from Cloudflare. This post will go over the steps I took to set up Caddy with Cloudflare.
Learn how to automate updating your AWS security group with your current IP address using a simple Bash script. Perfect for users with dynamic or CGNAT IPs who need secure, seamless access to their resources like bastion servers.
PairDrop is a self-hosted file transfer service that allows you to transfer files between devices seamlessly. It is a great alternative to services like Airdrop, Snapdrop, and ShareDrop.
Let's see how to mount a drive permanently in Linux using the fstab file which will mount the drive automatically on boot.
Over the years, I have learned a lot of things through building projects. In this post, I will be sharing some of the advices that I have learned through my journey.
Recently I moved my Jellyfin to an Orange Pi 5 Plus server. The Orange Pi 5 has a Rockchip RK3558 SoC with integrated ARM Mali-G610. This guide will show you how to set up Jellyfin with hardware acceleration on the Orange Pi 5.
Since ages, I have been collecting lots of movies, TV shows, and music. Ever since I got into self hosting, I have been looking for a way to stream my media collection to my devices. Jellyfin is the perfect solution for this.
Syncthing is one of those tools which have made my life easier. It is a decentralized file synchronization tool which is open source and free to use. Learn how to set it up and use it.
So you are seeing high CPU usage from cAdvisor, well I was too. Here is how I fixed it.
Happy to share that I have added a new member to my homelab, a Orange Pi 5 Plus. In this post, I will share the specs and the initial setup process.
Tailscale is another service that I use in my homelab setup to access my services outside my network. It's a VPN service that makes it easy to access your devices, services, and networks securely.
GPG is a powerful tool that allows you to encrypt and sign your data and communications. In this post, I will explain how I use GPG in my day to day workflows.
GPG is a tool that allows you to encrypt and sign your data and communications. In this post, I will explain what GPG is and why you should start using it in your workflows if you aren't already.
I have been using Ansible to manage my homelab infrastructure. It's a great tool to automate the deployment and configuration of servers and services. Let me share with you how I use Ansible to manage my homelab.
Let's talk about AdGuardHome, a network-wide ad blocking software that you can run in your homelab. It's a great way to block ads and trackers on your network without having to install ad blockers on every device.
Nginx is a powerful reverse proxy that I use in my homelab to expose services to the internet. In this post, I'll show you how I use it and how you can use it too.
Running Docker containers on your Raspberry Pi can be a great way to explore different software and services. However, encountering issues with retrieving memory usage information using docker stats can be frustrating. In this blog post will dive into the common reasons behind missing memory stats and guide you through the troubleshooting steps to resolve them.
In this article, we will discuss the key considerations for building a read-heavy system and how to ensure its success.
In this article, we'll discuss crucial considerations that can guide you towards success in building a write-heavy system and help you navigate the complexities of managing high volumes of write operations.
In this article, we will discuss what is the thundering herd problem and how you can tackle it effectively when designing a system.
In this article we will explore the Bulkhead pattern, a pattern that can help you build more resilient systems.
Welcome back to our captivating journey through the Bandit Challenge! In this blog post, we're geared up to conquer Level 21, where a setuid binary introduces a novel challenge involving network connections. Join me as we delve into the mechanics of connecting to localhost, reading text, and successfully obtaining the password to proceed. Let's dive in!
Welcome back to our thrilling journey through the Bandit Challenge! In this blog post, we're poised to conquer Level 20, where we encounter a setuid binary that holds the key to our progress. Join me as we explore the concept of setuid binaries, learn how to execute them, and successfully uncover the password to continue our journey. Let's dive in!