I self-host around 15 projects, should I use docker-compose, kubernetes or something else?

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  1. Docker-Update-Script

    Create a script to run the 4 docker commands needed to force pull/upgrade docker apps. Add this to path and make an executable from anywhere command

    So I wrote a quick script to help with that, https://github.com/seanap/Docker-Update-Script

  2. InfluxDB

    InfluxDB – Built for High-Performance Time Series Workloads. InfluxDB 3 OSS is now GA. Transform, enrich, and act on time series data directly in the database. Automate critical tasks and eliminate the need to move data externally. Download now.

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  3. HomeNetworkSetup

    Repo to define my use of docker containers on my home network with Reverse Proxy Configuration

  4. Dokku

    A docker-powered PaaS that helps you build and manage the lifecycle of applications

    I use Dokku. https://dokku.com/ It's a Docker based mini-Heroku with easy app lifecycle management and lot of useful plugins.

  5. swarmpit

    Lightweight mobile-friendly Docker Swarm management UI

    Kubernetes is a bit overkill. For my homegrown usage i use docker swarm. And use https://swarmpit.io to manage it

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