What's Happening in 2025?

Summary

In this video, the speaker reflects on their achievements in 2024 and sets exciting Linux-related New Year’s resolutions for 2025. They plan to dive deeper into Bash scripting, complete their 2-year Linux challenge with OpenSUSE, and produce more long-term reviews of distros and tools. Home server content, window manager customizations, and exploring Python are also on the agenda. Despite uncertainties around Python, the speaker is eager to expand their content and share their learning journey. With a focus on Linux and a commitment to community engagement, the speaker outlines a year full of growth and exploration.

Takeaways

• 😀 The creator is setting New Year's resolutions for 2025, focusing on Linux-related content and personal tech goals.
• 😀 The first major resolution is to do more bash scripting, especially automation tasks, despite being somewhat mediocre at it.
• 😀 The creator plans to share more bash scripting content in 2025 to engage with viewers interested in automation and Linux scripting.
• 😀 Another goal is to complete the two-year Linux challenge with OpenSUSE, which began in 2023 and will reach its two-year mark in July 2025.
• 😀 The creator reflects on past challenges, such as using Nano for 30 days and failing at previous distro challenges, but is committed to completing the OpenSUSE challenge.
• 😀 The creator also aims to produce more long-term reviews in 2025, including distros and tools, possibly reviewing multiple items simultaneously for more comprehensive insights.
• 😀 Home server content is a significant focus for the creator, with plans to explore Docker, Proxmox, Portainer, and other home lab tools, but without overwhelming the channel's core Linux content.
• 😀 The creator will balance home server content with general Linux content to stay true to the channel's roots while adding variety for the audience.
• 😀 Window manager content, particularly Hyperland and Wayar, will be a major focus in 2025, including customization guides and ricing content.
• 😀 The creator is uncertain about sharing Python content but may do so, as they feel more confident after two years of learning and experimenting with Python.
• 😀 The creator invites viewers to share their own Linux-related resolutions and suggests supporting the channel through Patreon and other platforms to help fund future content.

Q & A

What is the main theme of the video?

The main theme of the video is about setting New Year's resolutions related to Linux, focusing on various areas of improvement and content creation such as bash scripting, Linux challenges, long-term reviews, home server projects, and window manager customizations.

What is the creator's resolution regarding bash scripting?

The creator's resolution is to do more bash scripting in the new year. They acknowledge that they are not very skilled at it but enjoy using it for automation, and plan to share new bash scripting content on their channel.

What is the significance of the '2-year Linux challenge' mentioned in the video?

The '2-year Linux challenge' refers to the creator's goal of using OpenSUSE as their daily Linux distribution for two years, with the challenge concluding in 2025. The creator has encountered some issues but plans to continue with the challenge and share their experience.

Has the creator previously completed any Linux-related challenges?

Yes, the creator has completed challenges before, including the Nano challenge where they used Nano for 30 days and the Red Core challenge, though they did not finish all of them.

What type of long-term reviews does the creator plan to do in 2024?

The creator plans to do several long-term reviews in 2024, including reviewing Linux distros and tools. They mention possibly reviewing a Dro or an app, and might revisit a previous project like EMX.

What is the creator's stance on home server content?

The creator is interested in creating more home server content, such as using Docker, Proxmox, and Portainer, but is cautious about flooding the channel with too much of it, as not all viewers may be interested. They plan to balance this content with Linux-focused videos.

What content does the creator want to create around window managers?

The creator wants to create content on customizing and using window managers, particularly focusing on Hyperland and Waybar. They also plan to dive deeper into tools like Eww and revisit ricing content, which involves theming and customizing the Linux desktop.

Why does the creator feel hesitant about sharing Python-related content?

The creator feels hesitant because they believe they are still not very skilled in Python despite spending two years learning it. They express concern about being 'atrociously bad' at it, but may still share what they've learned if they feel ready.

What was the creator’s experience with content creation in 2024?

In 2024, the creator focused on a few key content areas, including Linux-related challenges, long-term reviews, and tutorials. They experimented with different types of content such as home server and window manager topics, while maintaining a balance with the channel's primary Linux focus.

What is the creator's approach to supporting the channel and engaging with the community?

The creator encourages viewers to support the channel through platforms like Patreon and by purchasing merchandise. They express sincere gratitude for the support they receive, acknowledging that without it, the channel wouldn't be as successful. The creator also engages with viewers on platforms like Mastodon and Odyssey.