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
Podcast Episodes
Linux Downtime – Episode 77 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:41
Contributor license agreements aren’t very popular, but not having a CLA can cause problems for projects in the future. Gary can’t do things like publishing Pidgin on Apple’s app stores, and Amolith is wrestling with how…
Linux Downtime – Episode 76 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:35
We are joined by Chris Waldon to talk about how to get started with coding and software development. Chris mentioned his blog. Factor Factor’s fresh, never frozen, meals are ready in just 2 minutes, so all you have to do…
Linux Downtime – Episode 75 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:10
Is there really a renaissance in open communication tools? Does the success of the Fediverse mean that people are finally moving away from the huge companies that lock your data up? Are FOSS people just living in a bubbl…
Linux Downtime – Episode 74 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:19
Jorge tries to address Félim‘s concerns about immutable desktop distros like Silverblue and Universal Blue. Factor Factor’s fresh, never frozen, meals are ready in just 2 minutes, so all you have to do is heat them up an…
Linux Downtime – Episode 73 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:53
Amolith attempts to argue that avoiding ads using open source software is piracy, and that piracy in this case is good. See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS feed.
Linux Downtime – Episode 72 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:21
Part 2 of our chat with Molly White from Web3 is Going Just Great. This time we talk about Mastodon and the Fediverse, central bank digital currencies, cashless societies, the hype around AI, corporate surveillance, and…
Linux Downtime – Episode 71 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:51
We are joined by Molly White from Web3 is Going Just Great to talk about the issues with crypto, Bitcoin, the Lightning network, blockchain, NFTs, and “web3”. Molly’s Mastodon Amolith will be at SELF June 9-11 in Charlot…
Linux Downtime – Episode 70 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:53
Liam from Gaming on Linux joins us to talk about the current state of Linux gaming, the Steam Deck, how things progressed to this point, Valve being the driving force behind it all, whether the lack of native Linux games…
Linux Downtime – Episode 69 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:36
We are joined by Amolith from Linux Lads and Alan Pope to discuss Generation Z’s view of technology, and whether modern abstraction layers ultimately detract from ideas of software freedom and digital rights. See our con…
Linux Downtime – Episode 68 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:23
We are joined by Alex from Self-Hosted to talk about home media setups. Is it a good idea to use a NAS running a desktop while connected to a TV, or does something like an Nvidia Shield make more sense? See our contact p…