Author name: Alexander McGregor

Founder and Editor of HomeNode. Alexander has been building home lab setups across Ontario for over a decade. He writes on networking architecture, self-hosting infrastructure, and hardware for Canadian buyers. Follow on X: @Auburn_AI

Homelab

how to organize a homelab so your partner stops asking why the networking closet looks like a disaster

Alexander McGregor / March 31, 2026

If your wife is tired of your disorganized homelab, this ultimate guide shows you exactly how to transform cable chaos into a clean, high-performance rack build. We cover mini PC clusters, 80TB NAS architecture, 10GbE networking with Ubiquiti gear, and the top 5 products that make the biggest difference. Real specs, real community experience, and a clear upgrade path from beginner to advanced.

Raspberry Pi

This DIY Home Calendar System Built on a Pi 3 Is Going Viral — What Home Lab Enthusiasts Need to Know

Alexander McGregor / March 31, 2026

A maker in r/raspberry_pi built a polished family home calendar system on a Raspberry Pi 3, combining Google Calendar, live weather data, and kiosk mode into a wall-mounted display that rivals commercial smart screens. We break down the tech stack, community reaction, and the five best hardware options for building your own version.