Linux Matters

In this episode: Mark works out how to run commands at the right point in the boot process, with NetworkManager-dispatcher Alan has been confining things with Lincubate. Martin has been VNCing here, there and everywhere with wayvnc and noVNC. You can send your feedback via show@linuxmatters.sh or the Contact Form. If you’d like to hang out with other listeners and share your feedback with the community, you can join us on: The Linux Matters Chatters on Telegram. The Linux Matters Subreddit. If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us.

A tool called Taylor for standardizing GitHub repo templates and automated updates. Replacing an aging microserver and creative hacks to repurpose a gaming PC for large storage. Building and testing snaps on uncommon architectures like RISC-V and IBM s390x, plus emulation and cross-architecture gotchas.

A conversation about synesthesia and how sensory crossovers can show up for a Linux user. A deep dive into unusual memory triggers tied to technical actions like Git and systemd. A practical audit of dozens of GitHub repos uncovering inconsistent snaps, missing READMEs, and CI gaps. A switch to a lazier, terminal-first Git workflow with lazygit and comparisons to other Git tools.

They describe building a searchable aggregator for Ubuntu-certified and Linux-first hardware. A deep dive into switching from VS Code to the Rust/GPU-powered Zed editor and its debugging and AI features. An introduction to long-range MeshTastic networks, hardware choices, routing, range, privacy options, and practical costs for getting started.

They build an automated audio engineer that profiles voices, captures room tone, and applies adaptive EQ and noise removal with minimal user setup. A custom Roku controller uses ECP, Wake-on-LAN, and app queries to auto-reconnect media apps. A Snap scanner generates SBOMs, hunts for malicious snaps, and reveals supply-chain tricks like expired domains and deceptive naming.

The hosts dive into exciting tech innovations like the Hyper MegaTech Super Pocket and the Kazita retro launcher. They discuss RecipeScribe's AI-driven packaging and how self-hosting small services is on the rise. The benefits of locally hosted LLMs for language tutoring are highlighted, alongside the intriguing Toniebox and Yoto reverse-engineering adventures. Plus, there's a shout-out to the new Yarg programming language for microcontroller development. Tune in for insights on community collaboration and upcoming Linux events!

Dive into the world of gaming nostalgia as Mark explores the remake of Timesplitters, discussing its origins and modern graphics. Alan shares his experience in a coding contest, creating the innovative emoji-based navigation tool, MojiNav. He details its unique features and the challenges he faced, including a funny conflict of interest. Martin introduces Trippy, a fantastic new network diagnostic tool that beautifully combines traceroute and ping functionality, alongside gping—a graphical way to visualize ping. Get ready for a techy trip!

Dive into the tech of music and video with innovative tools! Discover how Alan transformed a Python project into a Spotify-integrated web app called Auxolotl. From curating personal playlists to navigating Spotify's developer quirks, the discussions are vibrant. Meanwhile, Martin shares insights on hard-forking FFmpeg-Go into ffmpeg-statigo, exploring hardware acceleration, and optimizing performance. Plus, catch Mark's journey with Ubuntu's Tiling Assistant for better workflow. A perfect mix of creativity and tech know-how!

Martin dives into his new projects in Go, unveiling JiveDrop and JiveFire, tools for efficient podcast production and visual audio representation. Mark shares his thrilling experience with Hades II on the Steam Deck while reflecting on its mythology-rich gameplay. Alan introduces Grummage, a revamped TUI for scanning vulnerabilities in applications, and discusses exciting usability upgrades. The conversation highlights innovation in tools and gaming, making it a tech-savvy treat for listeners!

Mark shares his switch to Libro.fm for DRM-free audiobooks, supporting local bookstores. Martin introduces his innovative Nøughty Linux project, merging Ubuntu and Nix, with insights on package management and GPU acceleration. Alan discusses his live streaming setup and tests Nøughty Linux on ThinkPads. They dive into compositor comparisons and security concerns related to streaming, as well as the development of a new Go-based restreamer. Together, they explore the exciting possibilities of Linux in everyday use.