In this episode of the REWORK podcast, Kimberly Rhodes and David Heinemeier Hansson discuss David's transition from Apple products to Linux and his new project, Omarchy, which aims to create an ideal development environment using Arch Linux and Hyperland. David shares his experiences with Linux distributions, detailing the evolution from Ubuntu to Omarchy, and the unique benefits of a tiling window manager. The conversation covers the company's decision to move its technical teams to Omarchy over the next three years, drawing parallels to their commitment to Rails, and addresses potential pushback regarding mandating specific tools. They emphasize the importance of embracing Linux for its customizability and aesthetic potential, while also acknowledging the initial frustrations of switching operating systems and the need for dedication and patience during the transition.
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