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All guides →Run Claude Code and Codex Locally with OtoDock
Deploy OtoDock on your server to get local code generation without cloud API costs. Self-hosted alternative to Claude Code and GitHub Copilot.
Control a Dumb AC Unit with ESP32 and ESPHome
Wire an ESP32 to your window AC's remote control pins, then command it over your LAN using ESPHome. No Wi-Fi remote needed, total cost under $35.
Build a Local Game Library with EmulationStation
Skip Game Pass rentals. Set up EmulationStation on bare metal to own and play classic games from your own hardware, no subscriptions required.
Run Claude Code Locally with OtoDock
Deploy OtoDock on your own hardware to run Claude Code and Codex as local AI agents without paying per API call. Full self-hosted setup.