Setting up Setting up a proper reverse proxy after getting tired of remembering port numbers: Lessons from the Lab
My experience implementing Setting up a proper reverse proxy after getting tired of remembering port numbers in my homelab - the challenges, solutions, and lessons learned along the way.
The Journey Begins
Like many homelab enthusiasts, I eventually reached the point where I needed to implement Setting up a proper reverse proxy after getting tired of remembering port numbers. The journey was more complex than anticipated, but incredibly rewarding.
The Challenges
My first attempts were... not great. I made the classic mistake of trying to do everything at once without understanding the fundamentals. This led to several late nights of debugging and more than a few frustrated moments.
Finding the Right Approach
After stepping back and doing some proper research, I realized my approach needed work. I started with a minimal viable setup and gradually added complexity.
Current Status and Takeaways
The system has been running reliably for months now. The biggest takeaway was the importance of proper planning and documentation. Some key insights from this project:
• Reading documentation thoroughly saves time in the long run
• Start simple and add complexity gradually
• Document your configuration for future reference
• Test changes in isolation before deploying to production
What's Next
I'm planning to expand this setup and integrate it better with my monitoring stack. I'll share more updates as the project evolves.
This is part of my ongoing homelab adventures. Feel free to reach out if you have questions or are working on similar projects!