Open Source

As an open-source enthusiast and indie developer, I recently tackled the installation of Huginn on Ubuntu 20.04. While the process is generally straightforward, I encountered a few hiccups that I believe other developers might face. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the installation process, highlighting potential pitfalls and their solutions. The Initial Setup The official Huginn installation guide is comprehensive and works well for the most part. However, you might hit a snag when running: ...

As an open-source enthusiast and mobile developer, I’ve been eagerly anticipating the arrival of my Geeksphone Keon, one of the first developer devices running Firefox OS. After a couple of weeks of hands-on experience, I’m excited to share my unboxing and initial impressions of this innovative smartphone. Unboxing the Geeksphone Keon The unboxing experience is a testament to Mozilla’s attention to detail and commitment to the developer community. Here’s what you can expect: ...

The release of Firefox OS marks a pivotal moment in mobile technology, bringing to life a concept I envisioned back in my university days around 2006. My idea of an operating system centered solely around a web browser has now become a tangible reality, echoing the philosophy behind Google’s Chromebook and, to an extent, the newly launched Firefox OS. The Evolution of Mobile Operating Systems It’s fascinating to see how the mobile landscape has evolved since my university days. Back then, I couldn’t have predicted the monumental impact smartphones would have on our daily lives. Now, we’re witnessing a convergence of ideas that’s reshaping the mobile ecosystem. ...

As an open-source enthusiast and indie entrepreneur, I’ve always believed in the power of tangible results. However, a recent self-experiment led me to a startling realization: in many tech organizations, perception management often trumps actual work output. This discovery has profound implications for how we navigate our careers and build our own ventures. The Perception Paradox My experiment revealed a counterintuitive truth: while objective work is crucial, it’s not always the primary driver of success within an organization. Instead, those who excel at managing perceptions often find themselves ahead, even if their actual contributions are less substantial. ...

As an open source enthusiast and indie entrepreneur, I’m always excited to explore new technologies and operating systems. Today, I want to share my experience with installing Node.js on FreeBSD, a powerful and secure Unix-like operating system. For those unfamiliar, Node.js is a runtime that allows you to run JavaScript on the server-side, opening up a world of possibilities for web developers and system administrators alike. FreeBSD, known for its stability and performance, might not be the first platform that comes to mind for Node.js development, but the combination is surprisingly potent. ...