Linux Dev Time – Episode 144

Linux Dev Time – Episode 144

Author: The Late Night Linux Family February 22, 2026 Duration: 22:44

People often like to talk down Electron, but it is really that bad? There may be better ways to use Web technologies to make desktop apps, but isn’t having Linux versions of apps a good thing no matter how they are made?

 

We mentioned Tauri and Wails.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tune in to Linux Dev Time, a conversation from the team behind Late Night Linux that gets into the practical realities of building software in this ecosystem. Instead of high-level theory, you’ll hear professional developers Amolith and Kevin alongside host Joe, diving into the tools, challenges, and workflows they use every day. Episodes often feature guests who bring their own perspectives, making for a roundtable discussion that covers everything from kernel nuances and containerization to debugging headaches and the merits of different programming languages. This podcast is built on the premise that development for Linux is a distinct craft, and the dialogue reflects that-it’s technical, often opinionated, and grounded in real-world experience. Whether you’re a seasoned systems programmer or someone curious about the engineering behind the platform, these conversations offer a genuine look at the process. The Late Night Linux Family brings a familiar, collaborative tone to each session, making complex topics accessible without sacrificing depth. You’ll come away with practical insights, a few laughs, and perhaps a new tool or approach to try in your own work.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Linux Dev Time
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Linux Dev Time – Episode 137 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:12
What object-oriented programming is, why it went out of fashion, and how more modern approaches to development incorporate some of its aspects. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes someti…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 136 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:06
Some of the languages that we love and why we love them. It’s not just Rust, honest! Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscrib…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 135 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:02
With constant news stories about security issues with developer-published software in package managers like npm, we weigh up the pros and cons of this approach to distributing open source software. Support us on Patreon…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 134 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:56
What makes a good commit, the tools we use to help us produce good commits, and why we care about this. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes See our contact page for ways to get…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 133 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:24
Some of the alternatives to GitHub that we use, why we use them, and how they differ in terms of features and workflows. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes See our contact pag…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 132 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:02
A lot of key open source software is paid for by large companies. That has some advantages, but it can also cause some issues. Maybe it would be better if more FOSS development was paid for by smaller companies and contr…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 131 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:03
We explore the differences between terms like coder, software developer, engineer, and architect. They are often used interchangeably, but there can be real differences between them. Or at least once upon a time there we…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 130 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:11
Not invented here syndrome is very common in open source. We get into why that is, when it makes sense to start your own project from scratch, and how contributing to existing software can sometimes be better for everyon…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 129 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:01
With the recent news of Bcachefs (probably) being removed from the Linux kernel, we are joined by Allan Jude from 2.5 Admins and Klara to discuss some of what we think went wrong, how to manage and maintain multiple rele…
Linux Dev Time – Episode 128 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:32
What it takes to sustain a medium-to-large-sized open source project. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS fe…