PequeRoku is a self-hosted, open-source cloud lab platform designed to provide real Linux virtual machines (VMs) with full root access directly from a web browser. Built for both developers and AI agents, it enables users to run actual Debian VMs using QEMU/KVM on their own hardware, offering an alternative to cloud-based development environments. The platform is suitable for those seeking a persistent, always-on workspace that can be accessed from laptops, tablets, or phones without setup or waiting times.
A central feature of PequeRoku is its browser-based integrated development environment (IDE), which allows users to interact with their VMs, edit files, run tests, start servers, and preview live services. The platform includes a built-in agent, "Pequenin," capable of performing tasks such as file editing, test execution, and server verification within the VM. For automation and integration with external AI agents, PequeRoku offers an MCP server, enabling agents like Claude Code, Cursor, or custom bots to create disposable root VMs, execute code, transfer files, and inspect network ports. The system enforces isolation by limiting the blast radius to a single VM, with API keys, scopes, timeouts, and quotas to manage access and security.
PequeRoku exposes a versioned public API, with all dashboard functions accessible programmatically. It provides a Python SDK for interacting with the API, and supports one-shot operations where a VM is booted, a command is run, and the VM is destroyed automatically. The platform is designed for ease of deployment, requiring only three setup commands on a Linux machine with Docker Compose and KVM support. It supports team collaboration through quotas and roles, and can be managed via a responsive dashboard accessible from any device.
The software is released under the MIT license, making it free to use and modify. There is no per-seat billing, and it is intended to be affordable for homelab setups. PequeRoku is maintained by its creator, Héctor Pulido, who offers community support and hands-on assistance for deployment and customization needs.
PequeRoku sits in PulseGate's Developer Tools category. It focuses on providing a self-hosted environment for running real Linux VMs and agent-driven automation in the browser. It is built as an open-source project for developers and AI agent builders. PequeRoku is open source under the Open Source license. It runs on the web, and it can be self-hosted.
Hector Pulido builds and maintains PequeRoku, and the product first shipped in 2024. Key capabilities include Browser IDE, Real Linux VMs, and agent integration. It exposes integrations via an MCP server.
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