Overview Docker makes it easy to deploy applications without worrying about complex installations. Combined with Portainer, it provides a simple web interface for managing containers. This guide installs both Docker and Portainer on Raspberry Pi OS. Prerequisites Before starting, ensure: Step 1 – Update the System Run: Keeping the operating system updated helps avoid compatibility …
Overview The Raspberry Pi is one of the most versatile computers available for home lab projects. Whether you’re building a smart home controller, web server or automation platform, the first step is getting Raspberry Pi OS installed and enabling remote access. This guide walks through the initial setup so your Pi is ready for future …
Introduction Not every home lab project needs to involve servers, virtual machines or complex infrastructure. Sometimes the most enjoyable projects are the ones that solve a simple problem in a custom way. The Dart Scoreboard project started with the idea of creating a dedicated display that could show scores and information in a clean, modern …
Introduction Some of the most interesting technology projects are the ones that combine imagination with engineering. The Model TARDIS project started as a fun idea: take a physical model and bring it to life using modern automation technology. By combining Raspberry Pi, Node-RED, MQTT and Home Assistant, the goal was to transform a static display …
Introduction A modern home lab is not just about running services — it is about making those services work together. As Realm Labs expanded, more devices and systems needed a way to communicate with each other. Node-RED became the automation layer that connects different technologies together, allowing hardware, software and services to interact through visual …
Introduction Most home labs start with servers, storage and networking. But the next evolution is making those systems more intelligent. One of the most ambitious projects within Realm Labs is KITT — a personal AI assistant designed to connect artificial intelligence with my existing home lab and automation systems. The aim is not just to …
Introduction A home lab doesn’t have to be limited to servers and networking. One of the most interesting areas of technology is where software meets the physical world. Smart home automation brings together networking, sensors, hardware and programming into one environment. For Realm Labs, Home Assistant has become the central platform connecting different devices and …
