Matthew Groves shares his journey of creating a portable Couchbase Server demonstration setup, affectionately named the "Couchcase," inspired by a friend's elaborate setup. He documents the challenges encountered and solutions found while preparing the hardware, focusing on using compute sticks with 64-bit capabilities, such as the GOLE Windows 10/Android stick and the Intel Compute Stick, to overcome operating system compatibility issues. Groves details the steps taken to update the BIOS, create a bootable USB drive with Ubuntu 14, and install necessary drivers, particularly for Wi-Fi functionality, highlighting the need for a USB-Ethernet adapter. The project aims to provide a simpler, portable, and efficient way to demonstrate Couchbase Server capabilities, with Groves inviting feedback and ideas from the community.