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Hands-on tutorials, gear guides, and walkthroughs to build your own lab at home — from Raspberry Pi to full server racks

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Raspberry Pi vs Mini PC: Which Is Better for Learning and Career Growth?

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When advancing your tech skills and career, demonstrating initiative through practical projects can make a significant difference. Building and managing a homelab is an excellent way to showcase your creativity, problem-solving skills, and ability to learn independently. But a common decision arises when starting your homelab journey: Should you use a Raspberry Pi or a […]

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Getting Started with a Homelab: Buy, Build, or Rent?

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If you’re getting started with a homelab, you’re likely asking yourself: should I buy new hardware, build a setup from used gear, or rent cloud servers like Linode or DigitalOcean? This guide will help you compare all three paths so you can choose the best fit for your learning goals, budget, and career growth. Homelabs

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🛠️ Welcome to ReadTheManual: Day One of Something Big

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This is day one of something big. ReadTheManual is the new home for hands-on tech learning — homelabs, self-hosted tools, career-focused projects, and a growing community of makers and mentors.

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