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Dorm Room Linux Pioneer
- Joe Hess installed Slackware Linux in his dorm room and quickly shifted his web projects from Windows to Linux.
- He ran 24/7 web servers from his desktop, showcasing early internet pioneering for college dorm users.
Switching to Debian for Open Contributions
- Joe switched from Red Hat to Debian because Debian allowed volunteer package contributions.
- He packaged games like Tetris so Debian users could easily install and play them.
Personal Tour from Debian Leader
- Bruce Parens, then Debian leader, showed Joe around the Bay Area personally.
- Joe found this openness and access within the Debian community to be incredible and inspiring.