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Hope in Source

TabFS (Omar Rizwan)

Feb 20, 2021
Omar Rizwan talks about TabFS, opening browser APIs like a filesystem. Topics include DIY projects vs scripts, defining 1.0, literate documentation, and maintaining open source projects. They discuss project extensions, few dependencies, and taking community feedback seriously.
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Quick takeaways

  • TabFS project aims to elevate browser functionality to mimic a mini operating system, bridging browser extension APIs and real OS tools.
  • By presenting tangible features like managing tabs in project demos, projects can resonate with a broader audience effectively.

Deep dives

Tab Management Misconception

The podcast discusses the misconception surrounding the focus of the project TabFS. The creator, not keen on tab management, highlights that the project's initial intention was not primarily about managing tabs. The association with tab management stemmed from the initial examples due to the project's name, but it wasn't the core excitement. Despite tabs being part of the system, other aspects captivated the creator more.

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