• CapRover: A Self-Hosted Heroku Alternative

  Jonas Scholz

  4 min read 27. Jan. 2025

  Tired of sky-high Heroku bills eating into your project budget? Looking for a way to maintain control over your infrastructure without the complexity of raw Kubernetes? Enter CapRover – the open-source PaaS that brings the convenience of Heroku to your own servers. Whether you're a solo developer trying to keep costs down or a startup aiming for infrastructure independence, CapRover offers a compelling middle ground between managed services and bare metal deployments.

• Dokku: The Self-Hosted Heroku Alternative

  Jonas Scholz

  4 min read 27. Jan. 2025

  Dokku is a tool that lets you host your web apps on your own server, much like Heroku. It's designed to be simple to use, but there are a few things to consider before deciding if it's the right choice for you. While it gives you a lot of control, managing your own server can be a bit of a hassle compared to using a managed Platform as a Service (PaaS) like Sliplane. Let's take a closer look at what Dokku offers, its advantages, and some of the challenges you are expected to face.

• How to use Redis with Docker

  Jonas Scholz

  3 min read 27. Jan. 2025

  Using Redis with Docker is a great way to get a fast and efficient database up and running for your applications. Let's walk through how to set this up step by step.

• How to fix Docker "no space left on device"

  Jonas Scholz

  3 min read 26. Jan. 2025

  When you're working with Docker and suddenly see the "no space left on device" error, it can be frustrating. But don't worry, it's a common issue and there are several steps you can take to fix it. Let's walk through the process together.

• How to get the full id of a Docker container

  Jonas Scholz

  2 min read 26. Jan. 2025

  When working with Docker containers, it's common to need the full ID of a container for various management tasks. Let's walk through how you can easily retrieve this information.