Cal🦉

I am an open source nerd who likes old computers 🖥️, cool watches ⌚ and college football 🏈!

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Cake day: June 2nd, 2023

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  • Thanks for the feedback. I think you’re saying that it would be good to see an example not just in the spec files, but right in the readme that GitHub displays when you visit the repo. That’s a good idea. I’ll do that. I’ll also make it more clear that the primary work is in that spec file.

    The design was inspired mostly by markdown. I initially mentioned that in the readme but I guess it was lost in my edits. I will add that back. Thanks again.









  • I completely understand your perspective. I also made the decision to migrate from Fedora, a move that was echoed by several of my colleagues. This shift wasn’t widely reported in the usual tech podcasts and media outlets I follow, which surprised me, considering my coworkers had already made the switch. It might be a coincidence, but I can’t help but wonder if there’s an under-the-radar trend taking place.

    Recent experiences with corporate mergers and acquisitions have left me cautious, so when I heard about Red Hat’s decision to part ways with long-standing Fedora contributors, I began contemplating alternatives. Given IBM’s involvement, I had a gut feeling that the situation might deteriorate over time. I didn’t realize Red Hat had some of these FOSS issues well before the buy out.

    I decided to test a transition to Debian 12. I’ve been using it for a few weeks now, and I must say, if things continue on this positive trajectory, I see myself sticking with it for the long haul. I’ve always appreciated Fedora’s blend of stability and cutting-edge features. Debian 12, on the other hand, has proven to be incredibly reliable. Despite my risky decision to install the latest experimental GNOME packages, it has held up well and is up-to-date - though I understand Debian’s release schedule might not provide the same consistent flow of new packages that Fedora does. That said, I’m comfortable with a setup that prioritizes stability and adherence to free and open-source software principles.


  • I’m going to throw my support behind this one as well. I’m circling back to Debian after a long stint on Fedora on my primary machine. I’ve been running Debian 12 on my desktop for several weeks now and it’s been pretty great.

    it is one version behind fedora in gnome releases, so I installed the latest gnome from the experimental repos and that worked pretty well. I don’t know if I would recommend that for anyone else, but it worked for me.

    I have a few personal servers still running CentOS 7, but I will be migrating them to Debian slowly over the next few months. I suspect I will go fine. Debian organization to maintain FOSS ideals over the next 5 to 10 years, so it seems like a good default for me.

    I have read about Vanilla OS. It is Debian based with some neat features stacked on top that might be fun for a desktop OS. I can see myself switching to that on the desktop if they deliver on all their promises.


  • Cal🦉@lemmy.mlMBtoWatches@lemmy.mlTissot PRX 80
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    I love it. I don’t know what that dial is called, but it’s really cool. Blue is the best color, and I say that not as an opinion but with absolute certainty.

    I’ve been wanting to ask a PRX owner their opinion of the Christopher Ward Twelve. Seems like a slightly different take aimed at a similar market. Do you have an opinion on it?






  • Morning Reminder: Post thay Seiko pic! The Lemmy community is anxiously waiting!

    You know, I just realized this list and community needs more Orient too. My most worn watch, by far, is an Orient maestro with an oyster white dial and blue hands. I replaced the matching steel bracelet with a mix of NATO straps and textured cloth straps. It doesn’t look like a strap monster, but it kind of can be. Maybe that will be my next post!

    I spent a solid week trying to pick between the Bambino and the Maestro. Which Orient are you going for?


  • At this point, I agree. I would pick a Japanese alternative. In general, I don’t really like open heart designs. The only exception to that, really, is a tourbillon movement. The way they move is so cool that it is worth breaking up a beautiful dial to display the revolving cage.

    I’m not aware of any other affordable options for a tourbillon movement watch.







  • Cal🦉@lemmy.mlMBtoWatches@lemmy.mlTissot PRX 80
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    Your choice is a classic one, much like my favorite watch which was passed down from my grandfather to my dad, and then to me. The timeless design of your watch, as with mine, makes it an ideal family heirloom. Each time I wear my dad’s watch, I’m taken aback by the realization that it’s over half a century old. I hope that one day, your son will feel the same awe.

    In the meantime, I hope your time with the watch too. The wear and tear it will inevitably acquire will only add to its charm. My watch, while well-maintained and in great condition, was worn daily by my father. The marks of use from his everyday life over 50 years make it even more special to me. It is a reminder of him and everything he did for me. I once told my wife that I feel like a better dad to my kids when I wear it because it reminds me of what I’m working for.