One Week In
It has been one week since I launched this server and blog. Here is what I accomplished.
What I Built This Week
- Set up a Linux VPS server from scratch
- Installed and configured Nginx web server
- Built a professional blog using Hugo and PaperMod
- Connected a real domain name
- Installed SSL certificate for HTTPS security
- Set up 24/7 server monitoring with Netdata
- Configured automatic daily backups
- Installed Fail2ban security protection
What I Learned
Managing your own server is completely different from shared hosting. You have full control over everything. That means more responsibility but also more freedom and knowledge.
What Is Coming Next
- More blog posts every week
- New features and tools
- Growing this into a real tech resource for developers in Ukraine
Final Thought
Every expert was once a beginner. This is the beginning of a long journey.