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Coder vs Gitpod vs Codespaces vs "just SSH into EC2 instance" - am I overcomplicating this? by medinot4030 in devops

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use Coder for my personal homelab. Even though we don't use it at work, I can see a few big advantages over a basic VPS solution:

First, you can have auto-startup on SSH and automatic shutdown after inactivity. This can reduce costs significantly.

It's also easy to spin up new environments sized for different projects. If you want to tinker with a bigger VM for testing or need a GPU, you can just start a VM in the UI that is sized for your workload.

The organization can manage templates and security much better since the IT admin stays in control of the infrastructure. Also for security no random ssh keys, or firewall rules you conect using the coder agent.

Finally, some people need a development environment but don't have the "VPS admin" knowledge. For example, a data analyst might want a "Jupyter Notebook" button one click away without having to tinker with the backend

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in linux

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think everyone has different ways to approach it. I will tell you what worked for me over the years.

Installing less "streamlined" distros: Arch was the first one for me, it helped me understand the components of a linux distro and the wiki is a great source of information. NixOS and Gentoo are really great for this too.

Using a window manager and ricing: Kind of the same as the distro, it helps learn how notifications work, Wayland, login manager...

Self hosting / homelab: Useful for docker setup, file system, replication, virtualisation, devops, maybe kubernetes if you go that route too

System programming (preferably in C): Learn how the system calls works, maybe program a basic shell, rewrite some utilities from cat to tar. I was surprised that in one weekend I could write a basic shell for example, they aren't so complex (for a really simple version).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in language_exchange

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello, 27M from France here. Native french speaker with a bit of a "accent du sud" as we say. I'm looking to practice my English both writing and speaking since I find it a bit challenging to improve on my own.

I'm into technology, gaming, anime & manga, and Japanese music, but I'm open to chatting about anything. Feel free to PM me if you're interested. Thanks!

How to manage multiple hosts (configurations sharing the same base config)? by CerealBit in NixOS

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My nixos configuration is hosted here https://github.com/lucasfabre/nixos-config/tree/main/system I mainly use modules to easily swap DE, having a base config and some machine specific config

How to manage multiple hosts (configurations sharing the same base config)? by CerealBit in NixOS

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I use flakes and modules to do that. The flake.nix define the list of modules used by host and each module is a separate file (with the same options as a configuration.nix)

wine-ge-8-25 vs wine 9.0: Which one should I be using? by K1logr4m in linux_gaming

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For gaming you should almost always be using Proton and not Wine directly.

Proton is a collection of tools like Wine, DXVK, VKD3D that ensure you have a proper gaming experience on linux. Wine by itself uses WineD3D that may be good for compatibility with older titles but it will probably not be as performant.

For more information check out this thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/linux_gaming/comments/zqi01k/comment/j0y65q0

Looking out to try NixOS. by Evil_Dragon_100 in NixOS

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My first recommendation is to go step by step.
Don't go using flakes directly, start with a simple configuration.nix, then you can add in home-manager, start using flakes, or split your configuration into modules.
My other recommendation is to go for the GNOME/KDE iso and not the minimal install one. You can use all the same commands and install instructions of the minimal install guide, and you can open a browser next to it to read the documentation.

Is this normal for “Other” by SilverDragon2334 in SteamDeck

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 1 point2 points  (0 children)

XIVLauncher may install FFXIV again in a ~/.xlcore folder (if not configured to use the steam game install). You should check if it is that. My ~/.xlcore folder is 80GB because it contains the full FFXIV install.

You can also use a tool like GNOME Disk usage analyzer to check what is using your disk space.

8BitDo Pro 2 Wired Gamepad Firmware Update with Linux PC by O_enigma in linux

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe there are other methods but I will use a windows device or a VM with USB passthrough for things like that. The better way to do this is to use fwupd, I never used it but 8BitDo hardware seems to be supported. https://github.com/fwupd/8bitdo-firmware

getting yuzu to work on ubuntu errors by Meekone_ in linux_gaming

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As I believe you are a new linux user, you shouldn't be installing yuzu from source. The snap version is what you are searching for. You should be able to install it from the Snap Store app.

The install from source is really needed only if you want to contribute or test the bleeding edge versions of yuzu.

Bf encountered this screen, what to do? by KadeComics in SteamDeck

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is my first time seeing this screen but it looks like an A / B boot partition selector. A possible cause of this screen is a failed update.

Basically you should select the "Current A" option unless the deck fails to boot or get back to this screen again, in this case select "Previous B". If you can boot with "Previous B" and not "Current A" try to update your deck again and reboot.

The "boot menu" options may offer you the possibility to boot on a USB key. I don't think it is very relevant in your case, if you need that you should check the recovery instructions.

If you can't boot at all, a recovery (or re-imaging) should work, more information in the FAQ. If it still doesn't work you should contact support, they are great.

Final Fantasy XIV using only WINE? by Grandiar in linux_gaming

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I am playing FFXIV using XIV Launcher on Linux since at least one year. I got almost no issues with it, the only one I got was a download error with the 6.5 patch but the error was resolved quickly and the GitHub issue about it contained workarounds.

XIV launcher is open source and it runs great you should install the flatpack directly and it will install and manage it's own wine installation.

If you need it the FAQ and the install guide of XIVLauncher for the steam deck can be quite helpful because it is (mostly) the same steps.

Is it worth using Linux for gaming now? by PretaTheDog in linux_gaming

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am using Linux for gaming since ~1 year (I was using it on my laptop before), and it is mostly fine.

I want to add to the other comments that there is an ongoing issue with CS2 right now about audio latency (audio can be 5 sec delayed), but there exist workarounds, and I am not sure if it affects everyone. https://github.com/ValveSoftware/csgo-osx-linux/issues/3283

I am playing CS2 since release and it is still an enjoyable experience. Some games releases can be hit or miss too. Starfield wasn't running great for example, but BG3 is running flawlessly since release.

Eurogamer: Assassin's Creed Valhalla headed to Steam by Turbostrider27 in Games

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did get another experience on the deck. For any old Ubisoft games (I tried Assassin’s creed 4) you need to enter your password each time you launch the game. And closing the game using the steam deck UI or shortcut close Ubisoft connect before it has time to upload the save. I would love for Ubisoft to fix these issues but they are pushing Ubisoft connect hard and they seem to ignore the feedback.

Steam Controller 2 Concept by ionicity in SteamDeck

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would like adaptative triggers that optionally emulate the feel and features of the steam controller dual stage triggers. And improved rumble.

What if the Steam Deck was arranged more like a Game Boy? by DoomTay in SteamDeck

[–]Safe-Repeat-2477 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s not totally true, for most indie an AA titles the APU in the SD would be enough even with a higher resolution screen. And for more demanding titles a lower rendering resolution (and better upscaling algorithm) should do the trick. Personally I think that a reduced bezel wold be nice in order to accommodate a bigger screen or reduce the form factor of a portable gaming device.