![]() ![]() # export PATH=$HOME/bin:/usr/local/bin:$PATH # Path to your oh-my-zsh installation. # If you come from bash you might have to change your $PATH. On the whole, I found the trackpad wasn’t bad - but if you want the synaptic specific drivers (which make the experience smoother), you’ll need to install them: Install Slack from Ubuntu Software (hit Super and type that).Generate an SSH key and add it to your GitHub, and/or any other services that need a public key.Install Firefox and Chromium, so you have two browsers to test with.There’s also a great DigitalOcean guide which also covers swappiness, a value you might want to tweak. If like me you’re on 8GB of RAM (Lenovo 3rd Gen ThinkPad Carbon X1), then increase your swap to 12G.Make sure your computer isn’t sending any data home.On installation, encrypt the disk or partition.I had originally thought of jumping to Arc or even Arcolinux, but as I got most of a working setup going over just a lunchbreak, I figured Ubuntu was actually the one I was after. Customising Gnome is super easy, and it looks great. I found that since I last used Ubuntu full-time (2012-13), it’s come on leaps and bounds. It’s got an HDMI port, two USB connections and a fantastic keyboard with decent travel. ![]() It’s got an HD screen and can easily run a 32” monitor. You can pick up a unit in immaculate condition for about £400. In this case, I’ve chosen a refurb 3rd gen i7 (5600) Lenovo Thinkpad Carbon X1. I’m not looking forward to having to pay £2500 for a mac that I can’t manually upgrade, so I want the option of doing my day-to-day dev work on a moderately powerful ultrabook. Here's what I need to get a close-to-mac level of slickness. I've recently moved back to Ubuntu for my personal projects. ![]()
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