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Self-Host n8n on a VPS with Docker in 15 Minutes
n8n, an automation tool, can be self-hosted on a VPS using Docker for flat cost and full data control. A 2 GB RAM, 2-core server is recommended for most workflows. The setup involves installing Docker, configuring a docker-compose.yml with n8n and Postgres, and securing access via HTTPS.
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Practical guide for developers wanting to escape cloud vendor lock-in, but security hardening beyond basic HTTPS is left as an exercise.
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