Explore the balance between form and function in Linux desktop design through this 31-minute conference talk from linux.conf.au 2020. Delve into the history of artistic user interfaces, from Enlightenment's game-inspired designs to mid-2000s graphical advancements. Learn about reviving creative UI development, managing theme changes with version control and scripting, and discover the possibilities and limitations of theming various Linux desktops. Gain insights into shifting the focus from usability to creating visually stunning, artistic interfaces in the world of open-source desktop environments.
Overview
Syllabus
"The Art of the Linux Desktop" - Simon Lees (LCA 2020)
Taught by
linux.conf.au