Examples

Complete, working examples demonstrating System Manager configurations for common use cases.

Available Examples

Users and Groups

Declaratively manage user accounts and groups, including normal users, system users for services, and group membership.

Timer

Create a simple systemd timer that runs every minute, demonstrating how to set up scheduled tasks.

Docker

Install Docker and configure it as a systemd service with proper socket activation and daemon configuration.

PostgreSQL

Set up a PostgreSQL database server with automatic initialization, user creation, and proper systemd integration.

Nginx

Configure Nginx as a web server with HTTP support, including systemd service management and /etc configuration.

Nginx HTTPS

Extend the Nginx configuration with SSL/TLS certificates for HTTPS support, including certificate management and security best practices.

Custom App

Deploy a custom TypeScript/Bun application behind Nginx, demonstrating how to fetch code from GitHub and run it as a systemd service. Includes a live example you can try.