Homer is a static homepage dashboard that runs entirely in the browser from a simple YAML configuration file.
The tool solves the problem of organizing and accessing self-hosted services from a single page. It works by reading a YAML configuration file that defines services, their icons, and groupings, then rendering them as an interactive dashboard. The approach is deliberately minimal: Homer generates static HTML and JavaScript that can be served by any HTTP server, requiring no backend processing or database. Users can search across services with fuzzy matching, organize items across multiple pages and groups, and customize the appearance through themes.
Homer suits anyone running multiple self-hosted applications who wants a lightweight landing page without maintenance overhead. It works well for homelab setups, small server deployments, and personal dashboards. The tool is installable as a progressive web app and includes smart cards that can display dynamic information from services. Docker deployment is supported with environment variables for initialization and subfolder hosting. The project positions itself against more complex dashboard solutions by emphasizing simplicity and the absence of ongoing maintenance requirements.
Development activity shows consistent engagement with community contributions and issue resolution. The project maintains documentation across multiple areas including Kubernetes installation, theming, and custom service cards. Updates address both feature requests and bug fixes across the codebase. The maintainer actively manages the project's direction while accepting external contributions.
