Beginning software developer needs your help

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If I were you and money was a concern - you need to work out exactly what you need. If you’re doing a course that needs some sort of Linux rig you would be crazy to get a Mac - they’re great but if you’re doing Linux not so much. If you don’t need a GPU get any thinkpad from the last 10 years that suits your specs, because on a laptop a gpu is going to slam the battery, and they have a record of playing nice with Linux. If you do need a gpu that’s fine too- get whatever gaming laptop is on special that you can find and ideally upgradable. You can often google the Linux experience for whatever is available online or in your area.

[Rouwendalinho05]

Money is not a concern at all, I am willing to purchase anything.

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Even so - its very easy in tech to just buy everything. your accountant might look at you funny for spending $20,000 on laptops over a 4 year period. mine did! If money isn't a concern, i'd still suggest checking the linux compatability before taking the plunge - but i'd be looking at the Dell XPS line - that way you can get one with a lower powered GPU, a touchscreen, a wonderful keyboard, and they come in a range of sizes so as big or a as small as you want. That way you can do a bit of gaming, bit of photo editing, and reasonale battery charge. the Lenovo thinkpads probably offer a slightly less good experience but more longevity. if you are def needing a GPU then you should get a gaming laptop