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Linux Magazine #308 - Digital Issue

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JULY 2026 – Inside Claude Code

Causal vibe coding techniques don't deliver reliable code. How do you get past the conversational prompts to real-world software development? You need a clear understanding of how the model operates and a set of best practices for staying on track. This month, we take a look at Claude Code – what can go wrong and how to get it right.

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IN THIS ISSUE:

Kernel News

* AI Hunts for Linux Bugs


Claude Code Workflow

AI is here to stay, and understanding how it works under the hood can mean the difference between frustration and genuinely useful results. This article covers LLM fundamentals, effective prompting, and a structured agentic workflow that puts you in control.


Claude Code Best Practices

We'll show you some best practices for introducing Claude Code (or another LLM-based coding assistant) while maintaining knowledge and control of the code.


Distro Zoo – Original & Derivative Distros

This month we explore Solus 4.9, RakuOS 2026.04.15, Trisquel 12.0, and iDeal OS 2026.04.03.


Bottles

Run Windows apps and games on Linux in clean, isolated environments without dual-booting.


Container Escape

Docker containers and Kubernetes pods might not be as airtight as you think. We'll show you three potential attacks.


pyinfra

Keeping Linux machines in a known state requires a configuration management system. Discover how pyinfra simplifies this task with Python's full programming power.


Programming Snapshot – Go Weather 

Data Analysis

Mike Schilli's new home rooftop weather station continuously provides sun, wind, and rain data. High time to create a custom analysis program.


Nexis

Nexis lets you manage processes, applications, packages, and disk health with a single tool. We'll help you get started.


SysExt

The core of an immutable system cannot be changed, but you can bend that rule by overlaying your own stuff using a nifty systemd feature called SysExt.


Managing Microcontrollers

Use common logic with DIP switches to determine functionality, IP addresses, hostnames, and other functional differences on repetitive hardware arrangements.


Fischertechnik Robot

The Fischertechnik Maker Kit Bionic lets you enter the world of walking robots. We'll show you what it takes to bring this robot to life.


Doghouse – OpenWrt

A recent decision by the FCC won't allow new authorizations for foreign-made consumer routers to be sold in the US.


DDoS Attack

Exploit Layer 4 protocol handshakes and the resource limits of Layer 7.


Valve's Proton

Valve's compatibility layer has transformed the open source platform into a serious gaming contender.


FOSSPicks

This month, we explore the top FOSS, including a popular BitTorrent Client, a modern 8-bit game, and a slick web browser.


Tutorial – Kando

Launch applications and interact with the desktop while taking mouse gestures to an entirely new level.