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My adventure into self-hosting started with a Synology NAS maybe 5 years (?) ago.

With just the built-in software, I was able to replace Google Photos, Evernote, Dropbox, Google Calendar, Google contacts, and Google Play Music and Movies.

Then as I learned how to use docker, I was able to replace more services.

There may be “better” options out there beyond what Synology offers, but it’s been such a “set and forget” experience, that it’s easy for me to recommend them as an option.

The biggest barrier, IMO, isn’t the learning curve, but the initial investment for the NAS + HDDs and the upgrade path as your storage needs grow.

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Marighost@lemm.ee ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago
This is where I’m at: a Synology running a few services like Plex for my family and friends. I’m hoping to learn more and help us all move from walled gardens even further. Some of Synology’s software can feel a little clunky to use but generally I’ve found it to work great despite my limited knowledge.

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- Showroom7561@lemmy.ca ⁨3⁩ ⁨weeks⁩ ago
  
  Some of Synology’s software can feel a little clunky to use but generally I’ve found it to work great despite my limited knowledge.
  
  Yeah, I make regular use of some of their built-in apps (Note Station, Drive, Photos).
  
  But they aren’t perfect.
  
  For example, Note Station has no good way to export the data for use outside of Note Station (poor data portability) and Synology Audio just feels so outdated. Photos is their best software, IMO.
  
  The beauty of self-hosting this stuff is that you can use any third-party software that reads the files, and you’re good to go. Your music, videos, photos, and documents are available as you see fit.
  
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