Custom Servers & Automation

Designing, deploying, and managing live server environments with automation, remote access, and community tooling.

Overview

This project represents my hands-on experience designing and operating live server environments that support real users. It combines server architecture, automation, infrastructure decisions, and community tooling across both game servers and Discord communities.

Core Focus Areas

Server Infrastructure

Hosting decisions
Performance and reliability
Remote management

Automation & Systems

Reducing manual work
Repeatable workflows
Live environment stability

Community Platforms

Discord servers
Bots and moderation tools
User experience and organization

Minecraft Server Architecture & Automation

Why I Built It This Way

I run a long-term multiplayer Minecraft server that requires stability, performance, and flexibility. As the server grew more complex, I needed greater control than most shared hosting providers could offer.

Infrastructure Decisions

I transitioned from an online hosting provider to a dedicated physical PC hosted locally. This allowed me to control hardware resources directly, eliminate unnecessary limitations, and tailor the environment specifically to my server’s needs.

• Dedicated physical server hosted locally

• Custom Linux installation for stability and performance

• Fully remote management and administration

• Designed for long-term uptime and maintainability

Remote Management & Networking

To ensure the server remained manageable without physical access, I configured the system for full remote administration. This included networking, security considerations, and remote access tools to allow safe management from anywhere.

• Remote server administration

• Secure access configuration

• Automated startup and management workflows

• Minimal need for physical intervention

Custom Domain Integration

To improve usability and professionalism, I configured a custom domain so players could connect using a readable address instead of a raw IP.

• DNS configuration

• Domain routing

• Service accessibility improvements

• User-friendly infrastructure design

Automation & Custom Systems

Problem - Running events, minigames, and competitive modes manually does not scale.

Solution - I designed and deployed automated systems to handle repetitive tasks and reduce administrative overhead.

Examples:

• Automated parkour tracking and leaderboards

• Structured PvP match handling

• Economy systems integrated into gameplay

• Minimal manual intervention once configured

These systems would allow the server to function reliably even during peak activity or events.

Discord Servers & Community Management

Alongside game servers, I have extensive experience creating, managing, and maintaining Discord servers for a variety of communities.

What I’ve Done

• Designed Discord server structures from scratch

• Configured roles, permissions, and channels for clarity and moderation

• Integrated bots for automation, moderation, and utility

• Commissioned to build Discord servers for others

• Managed active communities and kept systems organized and up to date

Why This Matters

Community platforms require the same principles as server infrastructure: organization, automation, reliability, and clear user flow. My experience managing Discord servers directly complements my server and automation work.

Outcome

Through this work, I’ve gained hands-on experience operating live systems used by real people. I’ve learned how to make infrastructure decisions, automate repetitive tasks, and design environments that remain usable and maintainable over time.

Skills Demonstrated

• Server architecture and infrastructure planning

• Linux-based system setup and management

• Remote administration and automation

• DNS and custom domain configuration

• Systems integration across platforms

• Community tooling and moderation workflows

Conclusion

This project reflects how I approach systems in general: understand the requirements, design for long-term use, automate where possible, and ensure everything remains manageable under real-world conditions.