FOSS Weekly #25.15: Clapgrep, APT 3.0, Vibe Coding, AI in Firefox and More
Linux YouTuber Brodie Robertson liked It’s FOSS’ April Fool joke so much that he made a detailed video on it. It’s quite fun to watch, actually 😄
💬 Let’s see what else you get in this edition
- A new APT release.
- Photo management software
- Steam Client offering many refinements for Linux.
- And other Linux news, tips, and, of course, memes!
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📰 Linux and Open Source News
- The Proton VPN app has received many refinements.
- Steam Client’s April 2025 update has a lot to offer for Linux gamers.
- Pinta has launched a redesigned website in collaboration with RolandiXor.
The APT 3.0 release has finally arrived with a better user experience.
Sourav Rudra
🧠 What We’re Thinking About
Mozilla has begun the initial implementation of AI features into Firefox.
Sourav Rudra
🧮 Linux Tips, Tutorials and More
- Get started with Pamac GUI package manager in Arch Linux.
- A list of photo management software on Linux.
- Learn how to install Logseq on your Linux system.
- 7 code editors you can use for Vibe Coding.
Abhishek Kumar
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👷 Homelab and Maker’s Corner
This time, we have a DIY biosignal tool that can be used for neuroscience research and education purposes.
Sourav Rudra
✨ Apps Highlight
Clapgrep is a powerful open source search tool for Linux.
Sourav Rudra
📽️ Videos I am Creating for You
See the new features in APT 3.0 in action in our latest video.
🧩 Quiz Time
Take a trip down memory lane with our 80s Nostalgic Gadgets puzzle.
Abhishek Prakash
How sharp is your Git knowledge? Our latest crossword will test your knowledge.
💡 Quick Handy Tip
In Firefox, you can delete temporary browsing data using the “Forget” button. First, right-click on the toolbar and select “Customize Toolbar“.
Now, from the list, drag and drop the “Forget” button to the toolbar. If you click on it, you will be asked to clear 5 min, 2 hrs, and 24 hrs of browsing data, pick any one of them and click on “Forget!”.
🤣 Meme of the Week
The glow up is real with this one. 🤭
🗓️ Tech Trivia
On April 7, 1964, IBM introduced the System/360, the first family of computers designed to be fully compatible with each other. Unlike earlier systems, where each model had its own unique software and hardware.
🧑🤝🧑 FOSSverse Corner
One of our regular FOSSers played around with ARM64 on Linux and liked it.
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