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A podcast about FOSS, Linux, open‑source tools, self‑hosting, homelab tinkering, and the evergreen practice of DIY, hands‑on learning. Linux Prepper explores open systems, simple workflows, resilient infrastructure, and local‑first approaches through calm, reflective narration that treats experimentation and failure as a path to understanding.

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Why Offline & Local-First

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 3 ratings
  • Great podcast! Raw, geeky, and very GNU/Linux-y. I hope to see this podcast continue in many, many years to come ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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We've increased the offerings for AI in Excel and developed a large language model app for chatting, transcription, and summarizing meetings.

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What is Linux Prepper about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Practical conversations and reflective solo explorations of Linux, open-source tools, self-hosting, and home-lab projects. James shares hands-on experiments, from reviving older hardware and building local networks to trying containers and offline-first tools. The focus is on useful, low-overhead setups and learning by doing, including the constraints and failures that shape a project rather than only its finished result.

The format mixes host-led deep dives with conversations about switching to Linux and using technology with greater control and resilience. Topics range from desktop distributions and home networking to local file sharing, backups, and containerized services. Community questions and project submissions help guide the direc... more

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