Advise needed on remote build hosts

[Paul]

Hello to all,
  I am working on a GnuCash patch that will allow OFXDirectConnect import
of investment transactions via Aqbanking. Some minor medical problems with
my father requires that I be out-of-town and away from my development box
for a couple weeks. My laptop is old and too slow to run Netbeans.
  NetBeans mentions a "remote build server". I have done a some research
into Hudson and Jenkins "Continuous Integration" hosts, but I am more
confused than ever. I want to cut to the chase and I'd appreciate your
input.
  My questions: Does anyone on the list have experience with remote build
hosts? Any experience with Hudson or Jenkins? What would you suggest if you
were in my position?
  TIA
Paul