Home Lab Infrastructure
A comprehensive home lab setup running production-grade services using Docker Compose on Ubuntu Server 24.04. The infrastructure includes AI/ML services like LiteLLM and Open WebUI, accessible via local network with proper reverse proxy configuration.
Technologies Used
Ubuntu Server 24.04
Docker Compose
LiteLLM
Open WebUI
Challenges
- Setting up secure local network access for AI services
- Managing Docker Compose stacks in production
- Configuring reverse proxy for multiple services
- Ensuring reliable service availability and monitoring
Solutions
- Implemented nginx reverse proxy for service routing
- Used Docker Compose for service orchestration
- Set up proper networking and security configurations
- Established monitoring and logging practices
Outcomes
- Successfully running multiple AI/ML services locally
- Gained hands-on DevOps experience with production systems
- Created a scalable infrastructure for experimentation
- Developed expertise in container orchestration
Technical Highlights
- Production Docker Compose deployment
- nginx reverse proxy configuration
- Local network service discovery
- AI/ML service integration
- Ubuntu Server administration