DreamServer

Local AI anywhere, for everyone — LLM inference, chat UI, voice, agents, workflows, RAG, and image generation. No cloud, no subscriptions.

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How Dream Server Manages Environment Validation During Installation

Discover how Dream Server uses a Bash script to validate your environment configuration against a JSON Schema during installation, ensuring a smooth setup.

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May 18, 2026
Dream Server Installation Process: A 13-Phase Technical Guide

Explore the 13-phase Dream Server installation process. This technical guide covers preflight checks to post-install health, detailed in modular Bash scripts. Install Dream Server efficiently.

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May 18, 2026
How Dream Server Handles Port Conflicts When Merging Docker Compose Files

Dream Server actively prevents Docker Compose port conflicts with pre-runtime validation and environment-driven substitution. Learn how Dream Server ensures seamless merges.

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May 18, 2026
What Is resolve-compose-stack.sh in DreamServer?

Discover the purpose of resolve-compose-stack.sh in DreamServer. This script dynamically builds your Docker Compose configuration by merging base services and extensions.

internals
May 18, 2026
How Dream Server Manages GPU-Specific Configurations in Docker Compose

Learn how Dream Server manages GPU-specific configurations in Docker Compose. Discover dynamic stack assembly using vendor overlays and a resolver script for efficient hardware utilization.

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May 18, 2026
What Is the Purpose of `docker-compose.base.yml` in Dream Server?

Discover the purpose of docker-compose.base.yml in Dream Server. This file defines the core service stack for LLM inference, chat UI, and dashboard, serving as the foundation for your Dream Server setup.

internals
May 18, 2026
How to Preview the Resolved Docker Compose Stack Without Starting Services in DreamServer

Preview your Docker Compose stack without starting services using DreamServer's resolve-compose-stack.sh script. See the exact configuration before deployment.

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May 18, 2026
How Dream Server Layers Docker Compose Files for GPU Overlays

Discover how Dream Server layers Docker Compose files for efficient GPU overlays. Understand CPU-agnostic services and GPU-specific overrides for your AI workloads.

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May 18, 2026
Dream CLI Model Management Commands: Inspecting and Switching Local LLM Tiers

Manage local LLM tiers with Dream CLI model commands. Inspect current models, list available tiers, and swap hardware-optimized models easily.

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May 18, 2026
How the Dream CLI Switches Between Local and Cloud AI Models

Discover how the Dream CLI seamlessly switches between local and cloud AI models by managing the MODEL_PROVIDER variable and regenerating Docker Compose for your Light-Heart-Labs DreamServer.

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May 18, 2026
How to View Service Logs Using the Dream CLI

Easily view service logs with the Dream CLI. Stream real-time Docker output for any service using the dream logs command. Learn more about this essential feature.

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May 18, 2026
Essential Dream CLI Commands for Managing DreamServer Services

Master Dream CLI commands like dream status, logs, and restart to efficiently manage your DreamServer services. Simplify container orchestration with this essential guide.

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May 18, 2026

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