# Self-Hosted Services Planning

## Git Repository Hosting
### Options to Research
- **Gitea**: Lightweight, Go-based, minimal resource usage
- **Forgejo**: Gitea fork, community-driven development
- **GitLab CE**: Feature-rich but more resource intensive
- **Gogs**: Simple, lightweight alternative

### Requirements
- [ ] Web interface for repository management
- [ ] Git over SSH and HTTPS
- [ ] User management and permissions
- [ ] Issue tracking (optional)
- [ ] CI/CD integration (future consideration)

### Installation Considerations
- Docker deployment vs native installation
- Database requirements (SQLite vs PostgreSQL)
- Reverse proxy setup for HTTPS
- Backup strategy for repositories

## Cloud Storage Solutions
### Options to Research
- **Nextcloud**: Full-featured, extensive app ecosystem
- **ownCloud**: Original project, stable and mature
- **Seafile**: Performance-focused file sync
- **Syncthing**: Decentralized sync (no server needed)

### Requirements
- [ ] File synchronization across devices
- [ ] Web interface for file management
- [ ] Mobile app support
- [ ] Calendar and contacts sync
- [ ] Document editing (optional)

## Service Integration
- Single sign-on between services
- Shared storage for configuration backups
- Monitoring and logging setup
- Automated backups and disaster recovery

## Resource Planning
- Estimate RAM and storage requirements
- Consider containerization with Docker/Podman
- Plan for service discovery and networking