Software for Servers

Software for Servers

May 31, 2025

Few months ago, I wrote about different PaaS Tools

Among which, Dokploy resonated a lot with me.

PaaS Tools

LocalStack

LocalStack is a tool designed for developers who want to test AWS functionalities locally.

It provides an emulated environment of AWS services, solving issues related to unpredictable billing and resource management during development.

  • Purpose: LocalStack emulates AWS API functionality.
  • Problem Solved: Allows local testing without involving AWS services directly.
  • Installation:
    • Sign up with a GitHub account.
    • Use brew install localstack/tap/localstack-cli for installation on macOS.
    • Requires Docker to function as a local “mini-cloud” operating system.
  • Basic Use:
    • Set environment variables for AWS access.
    • Create services like S3 buckets using standard AWS commands.
    • Offers a Community Image for free usage.
  • Limitations:
    • Not all AWS services are fully emulated; some are available only in the Pro version.
    • Works with a single API endpoint unlike AWS’s regional separation.
  • Key Features:
    • Supports essential services like EC2.
    • Allows basic CRUD operations.
    • Requires understanding of feature coverage before use.

Dokploy

I wrote about Dokploy here

https://jalcocert.github.io/JAlcocerT/selfhosted-paas/#dokploy

More about Dokploy 📌

Runtipi

Runtipi is a homeserver for everyone! One command setup, one click installs for your favorites self-hosted apps. ✨

Got to know this one thanks to awsomedockercompose


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