2026-02-22
proxmox • virtualization • networking • storage
Proxmox deploy: sane defaults, storage layout, and what I changed
Baseline Proxmox: bridges, storage, backups, and update hygiene.
CHRIS//PARACKAL
portfolio • field notes • proof of work
LOG:
UPDATING
Portfolio, but with receipts.
This page is where I dump the real stuff: builds, labs, diagrams, configs, lessons learned, and “why did that break?” Write-ups. It’s basically a changelog for my skills.
Highlights
Proxmox Deploy
Cluster-ready hypervisor setup, networking, storage strategy, and “don’t brick the host” lessons.
virtualizationhomelabinfra
Windows AD Deploy
Domain services, GPO basics, DNS sanity checks, and clean client joins without mystery failures.
active-directorywindowsidentity
Embedded + Automotive RE
Reverse engineering workflows to read ECU data for tuning research and embedded system hardening labs.
reverse-engineeringembeddedsecurity
CAD + Printing
Design → prototype → iterate. Material profiles, tolerances, and “why did this warp?” reality.
CAD3D-printingdesign
Field Notes
2026-02-22
windows-server • active-directory • dns • gpo
Windows AD deploy: DNS-first, GPO basics, and keeping it boring
A small AD build that behaves like enterprise (because boring is stable).
2026-02-22
hosting • reverse-proxy • dns • tls
Public + local hosting: exposing services without exposing my soul
Reverse proxy, TLS, segmentation, and keeping management off the public edge.
2026-02-22
cad • 3d-printing • electronics • design
CAD design + 3D printing: from idea → model → part that actually fits
Iterative CAD + print workflow with real tolerances and revision logs.
2026-02-22
automotive • reverse-engineering • ecu • data
ECU reverse engineering: reading data safely so tuning is informed, not guesswork
Safe data extraction/logging so changes are traceable and decisions are data-driven.
2026-02-22
embedded • security • hardware • analysis
Embedded security labs: wide range, defensive intent, real lessons
Hands-on embedded work with a defensive mindset and repeatable notes.
Templates
Write-up template
Copy/paste this into a post so your write-ups stay clean and readable.
Title:
Date:
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Problem (1–2 sentences):
What I tried:
Evidence (screenshots/logs):
Fix / Outcome:
What I learned:
Next time I'd:
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