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937: Is The Omarchy Hype Real?

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Sep 15, 2025
Dive into the fascinating world of Omarchy, a sleek Linux distribution promising speed and beauty. The hosts explore Hyperland's innovative window management and keyboard shortcuts that enhance user experience. They discuss the challenges and joys of transitioning from Mac to Linux, including app compatibility and the allure of customization. Plus, hear about the latest in CLI tools for web development and their thoughts on the future of macOS. It's a techie adventure filled with insights and playful banter!
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INSIGHT

Opinionated Linux That Feels Polished

  • Omarchy is an opinionated Arch + Hyprland setup that bundles a polished, keyboard-driven desktop and many preinstalled apps.
  • Scott finds it fast, cohesive, and surprisingly smooth compared to typical Linux experiences.
ANECDOTE

First-Day Overwhelm And SMB Headache

  • Scott felt overwhelmed at first by the number of system shortcuts and the initial UI unfamiliarity when installing Omarchy.
  • He hit SMB connection errors and had to install missing packages before things worked, which annoyed him initially.
ANECDOTE

Quickly Adapting To Tiling Workflows

  • On day two Scott learned the tiling workflow: open terminals with Super+Enter and move windows between spaces with Shift+Super+number.
  • He found the tiling flow fast and natural once his fingers adapted to the shortcuts.
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