Linux Matters

Frankenstein's Ubuntu Server Framework

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Jul 22, 2025
Discover how to customize URL handling in Linux with XDG Override, making your web workflow smoother. Dive into an elaborate SSD upgrade in a Framework laptop while mastering Ubuntu setup with Logical Volume Management for better organization. Plus, learn to optimize your GitHub operations with the GH command-line tool, enhancing productivity for developers. This podcast is packed with tips and personal experiences that bring efficiency to your tech life!
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Use XDG Override for URLs

  • Use XDG Override to direct specific URL patterns to your designated work browser or app.
  • This avoids links from Slack or other apps opening in the wrong browser, enhancing security and workflow.
ANECDOTE

Mark's SSD Upgrade Story

  • Mark converted a single partition Ubuntu install into an LVM setup with separate home and root partitions.
  • He used a live USB, KDE Partition Manager, and an Ubuntu server install to achieve a flexible disk layout.
ADVICE

Automate GitHub with GH CLI

  • Use the GitHub CLI tool "gh" to automate and speed up GitHub tasks like merging PRs and managing issues.
  • You can script complex queries and batch operations to save time and reduce manual clicking.
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