Hi, I'm Boden Crouch
Self-taught infrastructure & AI engineer
I build, deploy, and maintain complex technical systems. Currently running 100+ self-hosted services, building open source projects, and sharing technical knowledge. Available for remote work.
Looking for a technical engineer who can build, deploy, and maintain complex systems? Let's discuss how I can help your team.
Infrastructure & Architecture
Self-hosted on Oracle Cloud with Kubernetes orchestration, Tailscale mesh networking, and comprehensive monitoring.
Oracle Cloud
Primary hosting infrastructure
Kubernetes
Container orchestration
Services
Self-hosted applications
Security
Tailscale mesh network
Performance
Average response time
Monitoring
Real-time observability
Speedtest Tracker
Network diagnostics and speed testing with historical data tracking
LobeChat
Open-source AI chat with multi-model support and extensible plugins
AI Research Wizard
Research assistant for technical deep dives, code, and documentation
TinyAuth
Minimal, secure authentication for self-hosted services
Plex Media Server
Personal media streaming and management platform
Traefik
Reverse proxy and load balancer with automatic SSL
Live Architecture Diagram
Real-time visualization of the complete infrastructure stack
Public Tools & Services
All services are live, self-hosted, and available for public use. Click to explore.
Infrastructure
Cloud deployment and orchestration automation
AI & ML
Machine learning tools and AI integrations
Networking
Mesh networks and secure communications
Featured Projects
CloudCradle
infrastructure
Oracle Cloud deployment automation with infrastructure as code
A comprehensive automation tool for deploying and managing Oracle Cloud infrastructure, including VCN setup, compute instances, and Kubernetes clusters. Features automated provisioning, monitoring, and cost optimization.
AI Research Wizard
ai-ml
Enhanced GPT-researcher with custom integrations and UI improvements
Modified version of GPT-researcher with enhanced capabilities for technical documentation, code analysis, and research automation. Includes custom integrations with multiple AI models and improved user interface.
Constellation
infrastructure
Service orchestration and monitoring platform for self-hosted infrastructure
A comprehensive platform for managing and monitoring self-hosted services with automated deployment, health checks, and performance metrics. Built specifically for complex multi-service environments.
CloudCradle
infrastructure
Oracle Cloud deployment automation with infrastructure as code
A comprehensive automation tool for deploying and managing Oracle Cloud infrastructure, including VCN setup, compute instances, and Kubernetes clusters. Features automated provisioning, monitoring, and cost optimization.
AI Research Wizard
ai-ml
Enhanced GPT-researcher with custom integrations and UI improvements
Modified version of GPT-researcher with enhanced capabilities for technical documentation, code analysis, and research automation. Includes custom integrations with multiple AI models and improved user interface.
Constellation
infrastructure
Service orchestration and monitoring platform for self-hosted infrastructure
A comprehensive platform for managing and monitoring self-hosted services with automated deployment, health checks, and performance metrics. Built specifically for complex multi-service environments.
Tailscale Mesh Network
networking
Secure mesh networking solution for distributed services
Implementation of Tailscale for creating secure, encrypted connections between distributed services across multiple cloud providers and on-premises infrastructure.
Open Source Contributions
All projects are open source and available on GitHub. Feel free to contribute, fork, or use them as inspiration for your own projects.
Guides & Resources
Technical guides, deployment tutorials, and infrastructure documentation. Learn how to replicate and extend what I've built.
Production-Ready
All guides tested in real production environments with proven reliability
Step-by-Step
Clear, detailed instructions with code examples and troubleshooting tips
Real Infrastructure
Based on actual running services with 100+ deployed applications
Infrastructure Guides
Kubernetes, CI/CD, monitoring, and more. Step-by-step guides for real-world deployments.
- Oracle Cloud setup and configuration
- Kubernetes cluster deployment
- Tailscale mesh networking
Service Deployment
How to deploy, secure, and scale self-hosted services. Best practices and automation tips.
- Media stack with Plex and *arr apps
- AI/ML services and LLM deployment
- Monitoring and observability setup
Oracle Cloud Kubernetes Setup
Complete guide to setting up a production-ready Kubernetes cluster on Oracle Cloud
Prerequisites:
Self-Hosted Media Stack
Deploy a complete media automation stack with Plex, Radarr, Sonarr, and more
Prerequisites:
Want More Guides?
Looking for specific deployment guides or have questions about self-hosting? I'm constantly adding new content based on real infrastructure experience.
About Me
A 30-year-old self-taught software engineer with ADHD who has extensive technical skills and runs sophisticated self-hosted infrastructure.
Self-Taught Excellence
Passionate about continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies
Practical Solutions
Focus on building things that work reliably in production environments
Remote Collaboration
Experienced in async communication and distributed team workflows
Security First
Always prioritize security and best practices in system design
Technical Journey
Self-taught developer with 6+ years of hands-on experience building and maintaining complex technical systems. Started with curiosity about how things work and evolved into running 100+ self-hosted services across multiple cloud providers.
Specialized in infrastructure automation, container orchestration, and AI/ML integrations. Experience spans from small personal projects to production-grade systems with high availability requirements.
Currently focused on sharing knowledge through open source contributions and comprehensive technical documentation.
Current Focus
Work Preferences
Remote Work
Fully remote, distributed teams
Async Communication
Email, text-based chat, documentation
Flexible Hours
Eastern timezone, flexible scheduling
Technical Focus
Hands-on development and architecture
Technical Stack
Kubernetes
infrastructure
Container orchestration, cluster management, and service mesh
Docker
infrastructure
Containerization, multi-stage builds, and registry management
Python
backend
FastAPI, Django, automation scripts, and AI/ML integrations
Go
backend
High-performance services, CLI tools, and system programming
TypeScript
frontend
React, Next.js, and full-stack development
Oracle Cloud
infrastructure
IaaS, networking, and cost optimization
Tailscale
infrastructure
Zero-config mesh networking and secure remote access
Traefik
infrastructure
Reverse proxy, load balancing, and SSL automation
Let's Work Together
I'm interested in remote positions where I can contribute to complex technical systems, mentor other developers, and continue learning new technologies. Particularly excited about opportunities in infrastructure, AI/ML, and developer tooling.
Let's Connect
Looking for a technical engineer who can build, deploy, and maintain complex systems? Let's discuss how I can help your team.
Currently Available
Ready to take on new challenges in infrastructure, AI/ML, or full-stack development. Interested in both short-term consulting and long-term opportunities.
Get in Touch
Work Preferences
Communication
- text-based chat
- async communication
Work Types
- Full-time
- Contract
Remote Work
- Fully remote
- Distributed teams
- Async collaboration
- Flexible hours
Communication Style
Preferred Methods
- • Email for detailed discussions and project planning
- • Text-based chat for quick questions and coordination
- • Documentation and written specifications
- • Asynchronous communication across time zones
Limited Availability
- • Phone calls by appointment only
- • Video calls for initial meetings or complex discussions
- • Prefer written follow-ups for all verbal communications
- • Response time may vary for real-time communications
Ready to Start?
Whether you have a specific project in mind or want to discuss potential opportunities, I'd love to hear from you. Let's build something amazing together.