Episode 9: Lomiri - The Linux Shell That Goes Anywhere

What if your desktop, tablet, and phone all spoke the same open-source language? Meet Lomiri — a fast, lightweight, and flexible user interface originally developed for Ubuntu Touch, and now maintained by the UBports community. In this episode of The IT Guy Show, Eric is joined by Erik Mols from the Lomiri project to unpack what Lomiri is, where it came from, and how it’s carving out a unique niche in the Linux ecosystem. Whether you’re into convergence, lightweight desktops, or just love a good underdog story in tech, you’ll want to tune in. We’ll cover the project’s history, current state, and future plans, as well as why developers and users alike should be paying more attention to alternative shells like Lomiri in a GNOME/KDE-dominated world. Welcome to The IT Guy Show, your go-to destination for all things tech with Eric, your friendly neighborhood IT guy! Join Eric as he shares his wealth of knowledge, insights, and experiences gained from years of working in the IT industry. From troubleshooting common tech issues to exploring the latest trends and innovations, each episode is packed with practical tips, skilled advice, and engaging discussions. Connect with me! https://linktr.ee/itguyeric Join our: Discord: https://itguyeric.com/discord Matrix: https://matrix.to/#/#podcast-itguyeric:matrix.org Erik Mols: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-mols-63b3285 OpenSource Science: https://os-sci.com/ Lomiri: https://lomiri.com Pine64: https://pine64.org/ Chapters: 00:00 Stream start 00:15 Welcome 02:40 Erik and Erics 04:42 Erik Mols 06:21 What is Lomiri? 11:16 The Convergence Dream 23:30 Under the Hood 25:14 Open Source Education 38:10 Lomiri Bug Bounty 47:06 Wrap up Graphics and bumpers by Free Hive Agency Photo by Clint Patterson on Unsplash Special Guest: Erik Mols.