Fedora Project Podcast

We're exploring the newest release: Fedora Linux 41! Join us as we dive into the latest features, performance improvements, and enhancements across Fedora Workstation, Fedora Server, and more. With updates to GNOME 47, enhanced hardware support, and an improved installer experience, Fedora 41 pushes forward as a powerful, versatile platform for developers, sysadmins, and everyday users alike.

The Fedora Podcast features interviews and talks with the people who make the Fedora community awesome! These folks work on new technologies found in Fedora, produce the distro itself, or help put Fedora into the hands of users. There is so much going on in Fedora that it takes a whole podcast series!

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Fedora Magazine: Announcing Fedora Linux 41

Ptyxis Homepage

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In this episode of the Fedora Podcast, we'll dive into gaming on the Linux desktop. Join us as we explore how Steam and Proton GE make it possible to play a wide variety of Windows games seamlessly on Fedora. We’ll cover setup tips, compatibility insights, and performance tweaks that will take your Linux gaming experience to the next level. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a hardcore enthusiast, discover why Fedora, paired with Steam and Proton GE, could be the best option for gaming on Linux.

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distribution itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Eric "the IT Guy" Hendricks: https://linktr.ee/itguyeric

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Proton GE

Nobara Linux

Open Wine Components (UMU)

Fedora Linux 41 is here!

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Special Guest: Tom Crider.

Join us as we look into one of the most popular desktop environments, KDE Plasma! Neal Gompa joins the show to convince Eric to switch to Plasma 6.2; we'll talk about the community, the features, and what's to come!

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distribution itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Special Guest: Neal Gompa.

Using Fedora Linux is one of the easiest routes to using Linux as a daily driver. How does new software get vetted? What makes the experience so smooth? At the heart of the development process is Quality Assurance Engineering (or QA). Join us as we talk with Adam Williamson about what it means to be a QA Engineer and how it helps Fedora be that much better!

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distro itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Example Change Proposal

Blocker Bugs

Fedora 41 Test Results

Wiki: Tuned Profile Management Change

Test Day Events:

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Special Guest: Adam Williamson.

Eric sits down to discuss the future strategy and direction of the Fedora Project with Matthew Miller, the Fedora Project Lead. Matthew shares insights into Fedora's goals, initiatives, and upcoming changes, providing a comprehensive overview of what's in store for the popular Linux distribution.

Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distro itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Special Guest: Matthew Miller.

As the popularity of atomic and immutable Linux distros grows, how does Fedora take things to the next level? Short answer: bootc. By learning from containers and cloud native practices that have become standard in the server side Linux world, bootc aims to take things image-based and make the desktop easier to manage for Fedora, downstream projects, and anyone else who wants to make custom images!

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distro itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Releated talks from DevConf.cz 2024

Customize your operating system like a container or start a new project without building a new distribution

Streamlining bootable container workflows with podman-bootc

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Special Guest: Timothée Ravier.

In this engaging discussion, Justin Flory, the Fedora Community Architect, provides an inside look into the crucial role of fostering collaboration and engagement within the massive global Fedora community. He shares insights into his work bridging different teams, organizing virtual and in-person events like Fedora Flock, and empowering contributors to drive community-led initiatives. Tune in to learn about the philosophy and strategies behind building robust open source communities.

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distro itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Special Guest: Justin W. Flory.

We dive into the world of Fedora documentation with Peter Boy, a university scientist and contributor to the Fedora project. We explore his unique journey from sociology and mathematics to IT infrastructure and open-source documentation, and get a behind-the-scenes look at the mission and challenges of the Fedora Docs team.

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distro itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Special Guest: Peter Boy.

We just celebrated the Fedora Project's birthday! Join our host as he interviews Neal Gompa, long-time contributor, and Matthew Miller, the Fedora Project Lead as we reminisce, look at Fedora Linux 39, and plenty of laughs in between.

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distro itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Fedora Project: Announcing New Direction

Announcing Fedora Linux 39

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Special Guests: Matthew Miller and Neal Gompa.

In this interview, Eric sits down with Neil Gompa, a prominent figure in the open-source community known for his extensive involvement across various projects including Fedora, openSUSE, and more. With his refreshing candor and humor, Neil shares insights into his unconventional journey into technology, his philosophy on contributing, and his role in bridging different communities.

The Fedora Podcast brings you exclusive interviews and deep dives with the innovators and contributors who make the Fedora community amazing! From cutting-edge technologies to the production of the Fedora distro itself, we chat with the minds behind it all. Whether you're a longtime user or just curious, there’s always something new to discover in the world of Fedora.

🎬 New to Fedora? Get Started Here: https://fedoraproject.org/

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Special Guest: Neal Gompa.