Homelab Docker Compose Operations

Restart, recreate, and troubleshoot Docker Compose services in homelab environments.

Updated Sep 29, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/LucasSantana-Dev/homelab --skill homelab-docker-compose-operations
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Skill: Homelab Docker Compose Operations
Source: https://github.com/LucasSantana-Dev/homelab/tree/main/.claude/skills/homelab-docker-ops
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LucasSantana-Dev/homelab --skill homelab-docker-compose-operations

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the management, troubleshooting, and updating of Docker Compose services within a homelab environment, ensuring services remain healthy and up-to-date.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Service Management: Restart, recreate, and manage individual or groups of Docker Compose services.
  • Health Monitoring: Check container status, diagnose issues like OOM kills, restart loops, and unhealthy states.
  • Update Workflow: Facilitates rolling updates of Docker images and container recreations with health checks.
  • Use Case: If your media server (e.g., Jellyfin) becomes unresponsive, use this Skill to quickly check its logs, restart the container, and verify its health.

Quick Start

Use the homelab-docker-ops skill to restart the 'authentik-server' container.

Frequently Asked Questions about Homelab Docker Compose Operations

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I restart an unresponsive Docker Compose container in my homelab?

To restart an unresponsive Docker Compose container in your homelab, use this Skill to quickly check container logs, recreate the service, and verify its health status to ensure full recovery.

Why does my Docker container keep restarting in a loop?

A Docker container restart loop is diagnosed by checking container health status and logs. This Skill troubleshoots common homelab issues like restart loops, OOM kills, and port conflicts to identify the root cause.

What is the best way to update Docker Compose images without downtime?

The best way to update Docker Compose images without downtime is using automated rolling updates. This Skill facilitates image updates and container recreations while monitoring health checks to maintain service availability.

How do I troubleshoot OOM kills in Docker Compose services?

To troubleshoot OOM kills in Docker Compose services, use this Skill to monitor container health status, inspect logs, and diagnose memory exhaustion issues affecting your homelab services.

Can I manage individual Docker Compose services instead of restarting the entire stack?

Yes, you can manage individual Docker Compose services instead of the entire stack. This Skill supports restarting, recreating, and managing specific containers or groups of services within your homelab environment.

Does this Skill work for diagnosing port conflicts in a homelab environment?

Yes, this Skill works for diagnosing port conflicts in a homelab environment. It addresses common Docker Compose issues including port conflicts, unhealthy states, and OOM kills to maintain service health.