A Year of Achievements and Gifts from It's FOSS
As we approach the end of 2025, It's FOSS, a popular open-source news platform, has wrapped up its weekly newsletter with a bang. Over the past year, they have managed to send out newsletters for all 52 weeks, a remarkable feat indeed. Additionally, they have uploaded a YouTube video every week, fulfilling one of their New Year resolutions. Even amidst a busy period due to the arrival of the second child, the team persevered, showcasing their dedication to the open-source community.
Compilation of Command Line Tips for Linux Users
In the spirit of Christmas, It's FOSS has shared a compilation of nifty command line tips in the form of a PDF ebook. This resource is designed to help Linux users navigate their systems more efficiently. The tips are quick, tiny, and incredibly useful, making it an invaluable resource for anyone working with Linux.
Relevance to North East Region
The North East region of India is home to a vibrant open-source community. Many individuals and organizations are actively contributing to open-source projects, making the region a hub for open-source innovation. Resources like the Linux Command Tips ebook can greatly benefit this community, helping them improve their skills and productivity.
Open Source Projects Highlights
A Local, Offline Kanban Board for Linux Desktop
In an effort to help users manage their projects without relying on the cloud, It's FOSS introduced an open-source Kanban board. This tool is designed for personal project management on Linux desktops, offering a digital version of traditional sticky notes on a wall. It's a simple yet effective solution for those seeking a lightweight project management tool.
The Upcoming Armbian Imager
It's FOSS also highlighted the upcoming Armbian Imager, a tool designed for creating bootable SD cards for single-board computers (SBCs) based on the Debian operating system. The tool promises to be promising, making it easier for users to set up their SBCs.
Relevance to Broader Indian Context
The open-source community in India is growing rapidly, with numerous projects and initiatives being launched every year. Tools like the Armbian Imager and the local, offline Kanban board can greatly contribute to this community, providing accessible and effective solutions for various use cases.
Videos and Membership
It's FOSS also creates videos to help users understand various open-source topics. One of their popular videos, 'Kristmas Kustomization,' has over 30,000 subscribers on YouTube. However, the number of Plus members, who enjoy additional benefits such as free ebooks and support the platform, is relatively low. It's FOSS encourages readers to consider joining the lifetime membership, supporting the platform and enjoying its benefits in return.
Reflective and Forward-looking Closing
As we look back on the year that was, It's FOSS has proven itself to be a valuable resource for the open-source community. With a consistent stream of informative newsletters, engaging videos, and useful resources, they have made significant contributions to the open-source ecosystem. As we move forward into 2026, we can expect more exciting developments from It's FOSS, continuing to empower and educate the open-source community.