Interesting move in #nixpkgs repo from #nixos . The template to request new packages has been removed, and it seems to be a sentiment to not encourage people to submit requests (use discourse instead).
I have opposite reactions, on one hand, I thought reporting missing packages helped everyone, like missing development libraries, on the other hand, I understand that such a massive repository can be a huge burden to maintain
See discussion:
https://github.com/NixOS/nixpkgs/pull/391926
Pre-disclosure announcement: Security Advisory for Nix and Lix on June 24, 2025
Calling all #NixOS enthusiasts in #Bielefeld and the #OWL region!
I'm looking to connect with like-minded folks to share knowledge, experiences, and maybe even start a recurring meetup around this lovely Linux distribution.
If you're already organizing a NixOS group or event, I'd love to hear how you got started—your insights would be super helpful!
Announcing: Transylvania Sprint - One Week of Nix/OS Hacking
Date: October 6-11, 2025
Location: Recenter House, Adrianu Mare, Mureș, Romania
Registration is open! More details at: https://transylvaniasprint.org
Join us for an exciting week of Nix hacking, learning, and collaboration in the beautiful countryside of Transylvania! We're bringing together 25 intermediate to veteran Nix enthusiasts for an intensive sprint focused on advancing the Nix ecosystem.
Participation is free of charge. The event includes accommodation in shared rooms, three vegetarian meals daily, fiber internet, dedicated hacking spaces, group activities, and transport from the nearby city.
We aim to create an accessible event by covering accommodation and meals, ensuring passionate people can join from a wide range of backgrounds.
Code your infra, config, tools — everything — like magic!
Join Vivekanandan KS (Indie DevOps Engineer) as he breaks down "Anything as Code (AaC) with Nix" – the game-changing way to build with reliability + control.
FOSS United Chennai & JSLovers
ZoomInfo, Perungudi
21 June 2025 |
2 PM – 6 PM
Not attending #GPN23 this year but I'll be at #NixCon2025
#GitOps for #Kubernetes With Nixidy and #ArgoCD
Someone wrote about my project nixidy!
https://tech.aufomm.com/gitops-for-kubernetes-with-nixidy-and-argocd/
OK after testing on a test Mastodon instance I think I am going to probably(90% chance) move to NixOS for my instance(esper.lol).
I do like the setup, centralized file, I can declare all the settings I want in one place and, I can easily move to a new server with this config FAST if need be.
Using social.spiritsandsuch.lol to test my setup, seems great so far. Automated backups, s3 storage, Declared Sidekiq processes, web, streaming, etc.
If I do move it will be on 4.4
Hey my #NixOS #Linux peeps. I have finally got a Flake based config that I can push from my central "build" VM to my test laptop. All is well, and things work. But I still dont know what the official method is for enabling non free stuff on Flakes. I want steam and a couple other things like that. Theres a bunch of conflicting stuff about it on the web. One thing that doesn't work is using nixpkg-nonfree because it doesn't track the latest stable release.
#rustLang: fuck dtolnay, fuck palantir, fuck hellsing and the rust foundation.
#nixos: oust the fascists; no more anduril, no more what's-his-face hidden nazi boy John
Doesn't matter how deeply they've embedded themselves: we have to get rid of these people. They cannot continue to have important positions. We cannot silently abide their presence.
I want your criticism.
If there is one thing, Linux users have is an opinion. I have been working on a NixOS configuration that is meant to be new user-friendly, without being overwhelming, and if possible ADHD-friendly too. Ideally, I think it is screen reader friendly as well. The goal was to be inclusive.
On that note, I wanted a configuration that would work for "most" people. Meaning, I use this, and I'm done.
https://codeberg.org/Linux-Is-Best/NixOS_Configuration/src/branch/main/basic_config.txt
#NixOs #Nix #Linux #Development #Foss #Feedback
Like how about this:
A Nix flake is a file named flake.nix in the top level of a directory which contains a single attribute set with three keys "description" "inputs" and "outputs".
the "inputs" is a .... (what? what is it?)
the outputs is a function definition taking an attribute set that has the following attributes...
now... go... fill in the missing bits. What is in "inputs" and what does "outputs" take as input and return?
Help #Linux peeps.. What are some clean #gtk easy to use software centers that are available in #nixos and integrate with #flatpak .
I'm currently using gnome-software in my nixbook project (that runs cinnamon desktop) and it's pissing me off with system level notifications I can't seem to silence.
I'd love to find another option
#Reproducible #Research
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41597-022-01720-9
I bet a lot of researchers have never heard about functional package managers and schools don't teach them either. But it is never too late to learn something new.
#FreeSoftware #GNU #Guix #NixOS #openscience
Been screwing around with Nixos today and holy crap, this is the fastest I have ever setup a Mastodon instance.
Added everything in as described on the wiki and BOOM! The instance came up and I could create an account.
I still know NOTHING about Nixos other than some YouTube knowledge but I kinda feel like this can replace Ubuntu for my servers that I run.
Also... I DIDN'T KNOW CHANING THE FAVICON WAS BUILT INTO MASTODON NOW. I have just updated the esper.lol one.
Ich habe immer einen #nixos Stick in der Handtasche für den Notfall