Welcome and Introduction
Introduction Embracing New Projects As the nights draw in and the cooler weather sets in, it’s a perfect time to embark on a new project. Is it still worth setting up a test lab in an era where predefined automations and scripted setups dominate? While automation tools can streamline many tasks, they often rely on pre configured solutions that may not address every unique scenario. The Role of Cloud Computing While cloud computing remains a crucial component of many IT infrastructures, it’s not always the best choice for every scenario, particularly when it comes to hands-on learning and developing a deep understanding of systems. For this lab project, I’ve chosen to focus on self-hosting instead of using cloud services. By building and managing everything locally, I gain more control over each aspect of the setup, which allows for a deeper, more detailed learning experience that cloud environments sometimes abstract away. This approach ensures a thorough understanding of the under...