Welcome back to our “Complete Beginners Guide to Self-Hosting” podcast. If “you’re a complete beginner who is curious about getting into self-hosting services,” this episode is for you. In part two, Alex picks up where he left off on our “fresh Pi.” First, he installs Immich, an open-source photo and video backup solution that keeps your memories safe under your control. Next, we dive into Audiobookshelf, giving you a sleek web interface to stream and manage your favorite audiobooks from your own server. Finally, Alex walks us through Home Assistant, the powerful platform that brings smart home automation right to your doorstep. Along the way, he uses Tailscale to secure remote access, making it easy to reach these services from anywhere. Whether you want to safeguard your photos, listen to books on demand, or automate your lights and sensors, this guide has you covered. Stay tuned for part three, where we’ll explore even more self-hosting tools and tips!
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