Exploring the Worlds of Radio & Technology
Welcome to my shack! I'm a ham radio operator and tech enthusiast passionate about electronics, DIY projects, and self-hosted solutions.
My Hobbies & Interests
Ham Radio
Exploring the world of amateur radio with my shack, antennas, and various operating modes. Currently licensed as KJ7ABC.
DIY Projects
Building and tinkering with electronics, IoT devices, and various tech projects. From simple circuits to complex systems.
Homelab
Self-hosting services and experimenting with networking, virtualization, and server technologies in my home lab.
My Ham Radio Journey
From my first handheld to a full HF station, exploring the airwaves and connecting with the world.
The Shack
My radio shack has evolved over the years from a simple desk setup to a dedicated space with proper grounding, cable management, and ergonomic considerations.
Current setup includes an Icom IC-7300 for HF, a Yaesu FT-991A for HF/VHF/UHF, and various accessories for digital modes and contesting.
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IC-7300 & FT-991A
Antennas
Explore my antenna farm including a 40m dipole, VHF/UHF vertical, and portable antennas for SOTA operations.
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My operating activities including contesting, DX chasing, and digital modes like FT8 and JS8Call.
Operating logRadio Projects
DIY projects related to ham radio including antenna tuners, QRP radios, and station accessories.
See projectsMy DIY Projects
From simple electronics to complex IoT systems, these are my hands-on creations.
Electronics
ESP32 Weather Station
A battery-powered weather station that reports temperature, humidity, and pressure to my home server.
DIY
Bench Power Supply
Converted an old ATX power supply into a variable bench power supply with multiple voltage outputs.
IoT
Home Automation Hub
A custom home automation system using Home Assistant with Zigbee and Z-Wave integration.
My Homelab
A self-hosted ecosystem for learning, experimenting, and running personal services.
Server Infrastructure
My homelab runs on a mix of enterprise and consumer hardware, virtualized with Proxmox for maximum flexibility.
Key components include a Dell PowerEdge R720 running Proxmox, a Synology NAS for storage, and a custom-built whitebox server for Kubernetes experiments.
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Dell R720 & Synology NAS
Virtualization
Proxmox VE running various VMs and LXC containers for services, experiments, and isolated environments.
VM detailsNetworking
VLAN segmentation, pfSense firewall, UniFi switching and WiFi, and VPN services for remote access.
Network diagramSelf-Hosted Apps
Nextcloud, Vaultwarden, Home Assistant, Gitea, and many other services replacing cloud alternatives.
App list
About Me
I'm a technology enthusiast with a passion for radio communications, electronics, and self-hosted solutions. My journey into ham radio began in 2015, and since then I've been exploring various aspects of the hobby.
By day, I work as a network engineer, which complements my homelab experiments and radio operations. I believe in hands-on learning and sharing knowledge with the community.
My Interests
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Latest Updates
Recent posts about my projects, experiments, and thoughts.
Ham Radio
Building a Portable HF Antenna
My journey designing and testing a portable HF antenna for SOTA operations with the IC-705.
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Homelab
Migrating to Proxmox VE
How I transitioned my homelab from ESXi to Proxmox and the benefits I've experienced.
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IoT
ESP32-Based Smart Garden
Building an automated plant monitoring system with soil sensors and Home Assistant integration.
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Have questions about my projects or want to connect? Feel free to reach out!