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Show HN: Forgejo Appliance, a private Git server based on OrbStack and Tailscale

Forgejo Appliance is a private Git server that uses OrbStack and Tailscale, providing a self-hosted alternative for source code management with easy network access.

Background

- Forgejo is a free, self-hosted Git server platform (a fork of Gitea) that gives teams a private alternative to GitHub or GitLab. - OrbStack is a fast, lightweight Docker runtime for macOS, often used as a replacement for Docker Desktop. - Tailscale is a popular VPN-like service that securely connects devices using WireGuard, making local services accessible over the internet without complex network setup. - This "appliance" bundles Forgejo with OrbStack and Tailscale so a user can spin up their own private Git server on a Mac in minutes, reachable from anywhere via Tailscale's mesh network. - The pitch: easy self-hosting without cloud subscription costs, public IPs, or manual reverse-proxy configuration — appealing to developers who want full control over their code but dislike the overhead of traditional server setups.

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