The Standup TheStandup - DHH Talks Omarchy
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Oct 30, 2025 DHH, the creator of Omachi and a renowned web developer, dives into his journey from macOS to Linux. He shares what inspired him to build a curated Linux distribution designed for performance, especially on older hardware. DHH discusses the aesthetic aspects of Omachi, emphasizing a polished visual experience. He highlights the omakase philosophy, balancing ease of use with complexity for power users. The conversation also touches on supporting independent developers, community momentum in Linux adoption, and exciting plans for an upcoming Omachi conference.
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Switching From Mac To Arch Via A Framework Laptop
- DHH switched from macOS after frustrations with Apple's App Store and PWA restrictions and experimented with Windows then Linux. He found Ubuntu slow-looking but liked Arch+Hyperland after installing it on a Framework laptop because it ran faster and felt fresh.
Old Laptops Feel New With Linux
- Many users revive old laptops by installing Omachi; Linux's efficiency often makes old hardware feel new. People reported better performance on machines abandoned by their original OS vendor.
Lower Stack Means Faster Iteration
- Hyperland plus Arch unlocked a minimal, beautiful base that made deep customization practical for DHH. That lower-level stack let him iterate and ship changes quickly to many users.