This Week in Self-Hosted ft. Corey Varma (December 13, 2024)

Raspberry Pi 5 Innovations

The Raspberry Pi community recently buzzed about the launch of the Raspberry Pi 5, along with enhancements to the Raspberry Pi 500 keyboard, which integrates a full computer into a keyboard design. This new keyboard is tailored for ease of use, especially for individuals who may lack the traditional peripherals necessary to operate a Raspberry Pi effectively. The affordable pricing at around $100 makes it an attractive option for educational purposes and newcomers to technology and self-hosting. Additionally, there are hints of future upgrades, as evidenced by exploration into M.2 slot capabilities, which could expand its functionality.

PeerTube's Mobile App Launch

The launch of a mobile application for PeerTube marks a significant step towards enhancing user accessibility and engagement with this self-hosted video platform, akin to YouTube. Recognizing the challenges of drawing users away from established platforms, the introduction of a dedicated mobile app enables a more seamless viewing experience, particularly for audiences on the go. This move is crucial for building a broader community and encouraging users to explore alternatives to mainstream services. The app supports both Android and iOS, reflecting a growing commitment to providing mobile solutions for users who prefer a native application over a web experience.

OLAMA Update for Structured Outputs

The latest OLAMA update significantly enhances the functionality of self-hosted LLMs by introducing structured outputs, allowing models to generate data in reliable formats like JSON or XML. This feature addresses previous challenges where prompt engineering was needed to achieve a structured response, leading to inconsistencies and errors. The new structured output capability aligns OLAMA with OpenAI's API, making it a viable alternative for developers seeking self-hosted solutions without sacrificing functionality. This update not only simplifies data interaction but also supports features like follow-up queries, providing users with a richer conversational experience.

InvestBrain's Evolution

InvestBrain's journey from a simple Excel spreadsheet to a robust self-hosted investment application represents a remarkable evolution driven by personal necessity and a desire to track financial portfolios comprehensively. Initially designed to manage a 401k rollover, the application continued to mature, integrating live market data through APIs and evolving into a Laravel app. The community-driven push to open-source InvestBrain aims to gather feedback for refinement and enhance its value to users looking for portfolio management solutions. This growth reflects a broader trend in self-hosted tools, emphasizing the importance of user needs in shaping software development.

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This Week in Self-Hosted ft. Corey Varma (December 13, 2024)

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Raspberry Pi 5 Innovations

PeerTube's Mobile App Launch

OLAMA Update for Structured Outputs

InvestBrain's Evolution

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