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The Best Way to Introduce Cloudron to Self-hosting Beginners

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    taowang
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    Here is a summary of what I would need to learn if not using Cloudron.
    I think it is also a good way to introduce Cloudron to the version of myself 3 months ago. At that time, I was completely a non-techie person who just got into the field of self hosting.

    Simplify Your Self-Hosting Journey with Cloudron

    Cloudron is a tool to help you self-host apps so you don't have to learn all of these:

    1. Web Traffic Directors (like Caddy or Nginx)

      • What they do: Guide visitors to the right place on your website
      • Why it's tricky: Requires understanding web protocols and server configuration
    2. App Containers (like Docker)

      • What they do: Package apps so they play nice with your system
      • Why it's tricky: Involves learning container concepts and command-line tools
    3. Code Keepers (like Git)

      • What they do: Keep track of changes in your app's code
      • Why it's tricky: Requires understanding version control concepts
    4. Backup Buddies (like Restic)

      • What they do: Save copies of your stuff in case something goes wrong
      • Why it's tricky: Needs knowledge of backup strategies and command-line use
    5. System Watchers (like Prometheus or Grafana)

      • What they do: Keep an eye on your system's health
      • Why it's tricky: Involves setting up and configuring monitoring tools
    6. Setup Helpers (like Ansible)

      • What they do: Automate setting up and changing your system
      • Why it's tricky: Requires learning a new language for writing automation scripts
    7. Update Assistants (like GitLab CI/CD or Jenkins)

      • What they do: Automatically update your apps when there are changes
      • Why it's tricky: Involves understanding continuous integration concepts
    8. Digital Bouncers (like Fail2ban)

      • What they do: Keep the bad guys out of your system
      • Why it's tricky: Requires knowledge of security concepts and log analysis
    9. Data Managers (like pgAdmin)

      • What they do: Help you organize and manage your app's data
      • Why it's tricky: Needs understanding of databases and SQL
    10. Internet Safety Guards (like Certbot)

      • What they do: Keep your connection to the internet secure
      • Why it's tricky: Involves understanding SSL/TLS certificates and renewal processes
    11. System Updaters (like Unattended Upgrades)

      • What they do: Keep your system safe by installing the latest security updates
      • Why it's tricky: Requires knowledge of package management and update strategies

    With Cloudron, you get all of these features in one easy-to-use package. No need to become an expert in a dozen different tools - just point, click, and get your apps up and running securely. Perfect for beginners who want to self-host without the headache!

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      marcusquinn
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      I think the best way is just campaigning for more hosts to make it a VPS imaging option. Tech is all about getting a name out there alongside every other related name.

      Making it a one-click option to try, in the very place target-audience are looking at the most will capture a lot more curiosity, and those users sticking with it will become brand champions to help their friends do the same.

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