Ever wanted to run your own private cloud but thought it was out of reach due to cost? Think again! In this session, we'll show you how to build a powerful, cost-effective private cloud in your own home using Proxmox, TrueNAS, and pfSense—all without breaking the bank.

Whether you're a developer, a sysadmin, or just a tech enthusiast, this session will walk you through everything you need to know, from acquiring affordable hardware to setting up and managing your home lab. By the end of this session, you'll be well-equipped to create a reliable and secure private cloud at home.

This talk offers a step-by-step guide to building a private cloud at home using cost-effective methods, focusing on acquiring affordable hardware, utilizing free software, and managing the setup in a home lab environment.

- Acquire Cheap Hardware - Learn how to source and select affordable hardware that meets the requirements for running a home lab capable of supporting a private cloud infrastructure.

- Utilize Free Software - Discover how to leverage Proxmox, TrueNAS, and pfSense—powerful and free tools that allow you to create a fully functional private cloud without costly licenses.

- Use a Homelab - Understand how to set up, configure, and maintain a home lab environment, turning your inexpensive hardware and free software into a robust private cloud solution.

Attendees will leave this session with a clear understanding of how to build and manage their own private cloud on a budget. They will learn how to select the right hardware, utilize powerful open-source software, and set up a home lab that enables them to experiment with and deploy cloud-based applications securely and efficiently. Whether for personal projects, learning, or small-scale deployments, attendees will gain the skills to create a reliable private cloud environment at home.