Presentations about: command-line

STLLUG - November 21, 2024

Design an image for a blog post about Bash scripting: Start with a dark gradient background, transitioning from dark blue at the bottom to black at the top. At the center, incorporate an image of a symbolic penguin, indicative of the Linux and Unix ecosystems. To the left, feature the Bash logo. Around the image, integrate symbols representing command-line elements such as arrows, brackets, and underscores. Overlay text lines resembling a script with highlighted sections to denote parsing. Introduce sleek lines, converging towards the Bash logo from various directions to depict data flow and parsing logic. Accentuate these lines with small, glowing, blurred dots representing dynamic data processing. The color accents should be shades of green, resembling the aesthetic of old-school Unix systems. The goal is to embody the processes of script automation and argument parsing in a visually engaging manner.

Using BASH's getopt to simplify argument parsing

By: Steven Lembark

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SLUUG - October 9, 2024

Imagine an image that captures control and command within BASH. The background is a dimly lit yet sleek computer terminal screen in dark shades, representative of Unix/Linux environments at work. The Bash logo, a stylized 'B,' resides in the top left corner of the image. Surrounding the logo are petite symbols of 'play,' 'pause,' 'stop,' and 'list' - like you would see on media control panels. Along the bottom edge, silhouettes of gears and cogs subtly reside to depict control and management. There's a soft light trail that arcs through the icons and plunges into the background, illustrating the concept of seamless process flow and management. The color scheme contains predominantly black, green, and blue hues, reminiscent of classic terminal colors, and a soft glow around icons and edges for a modern touch.

BASH for Control Freaks...Job Control Freaks

By: Steven Lembark

Improve cybersecurity with AI

By: Tony Zafiropoulos

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STLLUG - September 19, 2024

Create an image portraying a conclusion between the modern terminal tools - KiTTY and WezTerm. Place the KiTTY logo on the left and the WezTerm logo on the right, against a neutral gradient background of dark blues and greys, exuding a high-tech feel. Between these logos, include a faint VS symbol to represent the contrast. Complete the image with a subtle representation of a technological terminal interface in the backdrop highlighting colorful lines of code, tabs, and panes. Include small icons, featuring images, multiple tabs, panes, and SSH symbols, scattered around both logos within the lower half of the image, outlining their modern features.

Modern Terminal Showdown: KiTTY vs Wezterm

By: Sean Twiehaus

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STLLUG - August 22, 2024

Create a visually dynamic image that illustrates the concept of building and containerization in the field of technology. The color palette is primarily blue and white, with secondary colors of light grey and teal. The image includes a background transitioning from a lighter blue at the top to a darker blue at the bottom. The central graphic is a large, stylized container, but not directly a Docker container, which has a robotic arm or gears that appear to build or assemble it. Inside this container is the Buildah logo, designed to look clean and modern. The OCI logo (Open Container Initiative) is subtly incorporated at the bottom right of the image. The design should also include soft, abstract lines or circuit-like patterns in the background and dotted lines sweeping across the image to create a sense of dynamic movement. The visual elements should be a combination of vector art and 3D-like renderings to catch attention immediately.

Buildah - A Scriptable Way to Build OCI Containers

By: Andrew Denner

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SLUUG - January 10, 2024

Generate an image that represents the theme 'History of the Shell.' The background should be a dark, textured terminal screen with a gradient to resemble a classic command-line interface. Position a timeline path across the image, indicating different historical milestones. Along this timeline, place iconic illustrations of historic computers and shell types such as an old IBM mainframe, a vintage UNIX system, and various old terminals. Insert the logos for MULTICS, GE GECOS, and IBM at appropriate points on the timeline, with each logo receiving a subtle glow effect. At the end of the timeline, depict a modern computer screen featuring a terminal window with a Bash shell prompt. Subtle glow effects and color accents using greens for terminal input text and amber for the old terminals should be applied. Ensure that there are no superfluous words or letters, except for the necessary logos.

SystemD Timers vs cron

By: Sean Twiehaus

History of the Shell

By: Ed Howland

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SLUUG - December 13, 2023

Create an engaging tech-related blog image. The backdrop should be a sleek modern gradient blue and white, invoking an atmosphere of trust and professionalism. In the center, prominently place the Pandas logo (a friendly panda face), alongside the Python logo. Surround these with subtly incorporated elements for ETL and Machine Learning: icons of gears for ETL, bar charts, and line plots for EDA, and a small neural network diagram for ML. To the side, ensure the Asciinema logo (a terminal screen icon with a play button) is visible but does not overshadow the Pandas design. Perhaps near this, include small terminal session illustrations or a command line snippet. Indicate the Google Colab environment with a small cloud icon, possibly with an arrow pointing at it for an upload/download concept. Finally, balance these design elements, leaving enough whitespace to keep the design clean and approachable, and consider using light, translucent overlays to accentuate key logos.

Python's Pandas Data Frames

By: Robert Citek

Save, Share, and Replay Your Terminal Sessions With Asciinema

By: Sean Twiehaus

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SLUUG - November 8, 2023

Design a collage-style image based on the following descriptions: Start with a background expressing a gradient transitioning from dark blue to light blue, similar to the Windows 11 color scheme. At the center, feature an illustration of a computer screen displaying the Windows 11 desktop, with an Android app open, symbolizing the integration of Android apps into Windows 11. The Android app window should include an identifiable icon or UI element. Include near the center a simplified icon that combines the Windows and Android logos, representing the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA), flanking the computer screen. Incorporate the Amazon Appstore logo near the Android app window. Implement small icons or graphics near the computer screen, denoting development tools including the Android Debug Bridge (ADB), such as a wrench or gear icon. On one side of the collage, include an illustration of a terminal window with some generic command lines and visual representations of script recording, such as a red 'REC' icon and a green 'PLAY' icon. Scattered in the background, introduce smaller, semi-transparent icons, symbolizing the community and user groups, such as a group of people and a speech bubble for communication. The contour of the image should follow a modern flat design with clean lines and minimalistic details, adhering to a harmonious color palette of blues and greens. The image should be ideal for a blog header, with dimensions preferably 1200px wide by 675px high.

Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA)

By: Jon Newbolt

Script Recording - Record and Playback Terminal Sessions

By: Stan Reichardt

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SLUUG - September 13, 2023

Generate an image following a modern and slightly abstract theme that creates a visual synergy between Windows, Linux, and Emacs. The background should be a soft gradient transitioning from light blue (symbolizing Windows) to dark gray/black (signifying Linux terminal). In the center, place the Windows logo. Around it, arrange a semi-circle featuring the logos of various Linux distributions: Ubuntu, Debian, SUSE, and Kali Linux, showing integration. Towards the right, integrate the Emacs logo. Include a minimalist terminal icon, spanning both the Windows and Linux gradient halves, symbolizing ease-of-use across command-line interfaces. Incorporate circuit-like lines or tech lines connecting different logos, along with a faint icon of a monitor displaying code snippets in the background. All of these elements should be further enhanced by a harmonious color scheme made up of blues, Ubuntu oranges, green from SUSE, and red tones from Emacs.

Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) Primer

By: Jon Newbolt

How to get started in emacs

By: Steve Stegmann

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STLLUG - August 17, 2023

Design a digital image that depicts the concept of structured data pipelines and its evolution from traditional Unix pipes to nushell's structured data pipelines. The background should display a gradient transition from a dark, terminal-style backdrop on the left to a more modern, lighter design on the right. On the left side, signify the traditional Unix shell with an old-school terminal icon and visualize plain text lines flowing from it. In the center, show traditional pipes flowing from left to right, transforming plain text lines into structured, colorful data blocks. On the right side, display the nushell logo, and illustrate various data formats (CSV, JSON, YAML, SQLite, Excel) as colorful blocks flowing through nushell pipes. Overlay some common nushell commands/icons on top of the structured data as a hint of data operations. The visual flow should be centered in the top third of the image, with the flowing pipe structure occupying the middle third, and icons representing different data types in the bottom third. The overall style should be modern and tech-focused, with clean lines, sleek design, and vibrant colors.

nushell

By: Robert Citek & Ed Howland

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SLUUG - July 12, 2023

Generate an image illustrating 'Navigating the Terminal Maze with TMUX'. The scene uses an abstract maze as a background, designed with terminal-style lines and grid patterns to symbolize complex workspace organization. The central element features a computer monitor, where a terminal window displays a maze-like split with multiple panes. Scattered throughout the maze are miniature terminal icons, interconnected by pathways or arrows, depicting navigation within tmux. The tmux logo stands near the center of the image, while subtle hints of logos from Unix-like OS are embedded within the maze. The dominant color scheme ideally uses dark, monochromatic base colors balanced with neon accents, reflecting the look of classic terminal displays. Green, yellow, and white are used to highlight key elements. This imagery blends the simplicity of flat design with the charm of hand-drawn illustrations.

TMUX - A Longer Introduction

By: Steve Stegmann

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STLLUG - March 16, 2023

Generate an artistic representation of the power and versatility of Linux commands. The background is a gradient transitioning from deep space black at the edges to vibrant luminescent blue at the center, symbolizing the vast open-source universe with a focal point of discovery. In the foreground, a semi-transparent terminal window with bright green text displaying example Linux commands floats at the center. Surrounding this terminal window, display recognizable symbols associated with Linux, Bash, SSH, and Git. Soft, glowing lines and snippets of code snippets drift around the terminal, representing dynamic idea sharing. The background also features subtle aurora-like wave patterns and light circuit board patterns to signify enlightenment and a tech-savvy atmosphere.

Favorite Linux Commands

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SLUUG - February 8, 2023

Create a minimalist, technically-oriented image. The backdrop consists of a gradient blend transitioning from soft blue to white. In the center of the image place a large, open folder icon that represents dotfiles, with semi-transparent overlays of icons for typical files such as .bashrc, .vimrc, and .gitconfig. On the left side of the folder, place the YADM logo, and on the right side the Git logo, indicating their synonymous relationship, connected by arrows. Add subtle, dotted lines linking these logos to various dotfiles, suggesting syncing and alteration capabilities. Dispersed around the central folder, include small icons representing different operating systems like Linux Tux, BSD Daemon, to hint their use across different systems. Maintain original colors for YADM, Git, and system logos for authenticity, while arrows and dotted lines can be light grey or blue to keep the visual balance without overwhelming the key elements.

YADM - Yet Another Dotfiles Manager

By: Sean Twiehaus

Hands On btrFS

By: Lee Lammert

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SLUUG - December 14, 2022

Create an abstract digital art piece showcasing the Tux penguin, recognized as the mascot of the Linux kernel. The penguin is accompanied by appealing and glowing representations of well-known Linux distributions like Ubuntu, Fedora, and Debian. The backdrop is designed with a stylized binary code matrix, imbuing the scene with the essence of modern technology.

Introduction to Linux

By: Stan Reichardt

A Gentle Introduction to Regular Expressions for Playing Wordle

By: Robert Citek

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SLUUG - November 9, 2022

Generate a detailed image of a developer's workstation, with a high-resolution monitor displaying code in a code editor, alongside a keyboard and an organized desk setup. A slightly blurred background focuses the view on the central elements. In the central spot, a large logo implicitly signifying a code editor program should attract attention, surrounded by four smaller logos illustrating key aspects of coding: a lightbulb (indicating features that ease software development), an HTML/CSS snippet (denoting intuitive markup language editing feature), a puzzle piece (representing helpful extensions), and a palette (depicting customizable themes). Scatter subtle, abstract tech-themed graphics like circuit board patterns, code snippets, or geometric shapes across the background to increase their visual appeal. The color scheme should cover a dark mode aesthetic with soft blue, green, and purple shades matching the hues commonly associated with modern coding environments.

Visual Studio Code - Installing, Configuring, & Using

By: Scott Granneman

Searching for Applications

By: Stan Reichardt

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SLUUG - October 12, 2022

Generate a sleek and modern image that captures both the technical and gaming aspects of a handheld gaming computer. The central focus of the image is a high-resolution depiction of the handheld gaming device, surrounded by a subtle blend of gaming-related elements such as faint circuit patterns and game controller icons. Surrounding this central image, please integrate subtle tech logos and emblems that represent the device's developer, operating system, processor, and gaming ecosystem. These can include a gear for the developer, a penguin to represent the broader Linux ecosystem, and a representation of popular gaming software. Accompany these logos with faint silhouettes of generic game characters or symbols in the backdrop. The color theme should be primarily dark tones, supplemented with vibrant accents from the emblems and symbols. Finally, add some soft glowing effects around the gaming device and subtle gradients and shadow effects to create depth.

Steam Deck

By: Tyler Rudie

Man Pages

By: Stan Reichardt

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SLUUG - February 9, 2022

Create an image laid out as detailed: The background should be a tech-themed gradient of dark blues and greyscale which includes faint illustrations of circuits or server racks. On the left side, position a non-specific tech company logo near the top, with images reminiscent of hardware architecture subtly blended into the background. Overlay it with icons that symbolize server updates, file inspection, analytics and monitoring tools, and cloud services. On the right side, display a graphic of a terminal window featuring command-line text like 'ls -a', and include icons for configuration settings. Include also a faded image of an old computer terminal and a directory tree structure in the background. Separate these sides with a faint vertical line or gradient. Use a color palette that harmonizes strong corporate tones (reds, blacks) with retro terminal aesthetics (greens, whites on dark backgrounds). Remember, no textual content should be included.

What's New in Solaris 11.4

By: Bob Netherton

.Dot Files

By: Ed Howland

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SLUUG - September 8, 2021

Create an image of a futuristic technology-themed control room. It has a sleek, dark background with subtle gradients of deep blue and black, signifying a command-line interface environment. There is a semi-transparent grid pattern overlay, referencing the structured nature of sessions, windows, and panes. Stylized 3D terminal screens float at various angles, underscored by thin, glowing azure lines that denote seamless connectivity. The Tmux logo has a soft glow effect and centrally located among the screens. A subtle Linux penguin logo appears on one of the terminals. Small minimalist icons, such as command-line inputs, are scattered throughout the image. Neon accents and a holographic texture effect give a high-tech and modern vibe. If possible, add a subtle loop animation of a blinking cursor on a terminal screen for added engagement.

Introduction to tmux

By: Steve Stegmann

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SLUUG - April 14, 2021

Create a dark-themed futuristic tech interface acting as the background. The palette should be filled with deep blues, blacks, and purples simulating a modern, technological aesthetic. At its center, incorporate a slightly tilted BASH logo. Surround the logo with semi-transparent, holographic-style flowcharts and command trees, representing shell functions, emanating a soft glow. To complement these, scatter smaller neon effect icons. These icons should symbolize terminal prompts, time control via clock symbols, calendar icons (for the day-of-week concept), and server figures. The overall lighting and effects should present a three-dimensional quality, with light flares, reflections, and gentle illumination emanating from the icons and flowchart. The whole design should resonate with the theme of the presentation and highlight the potential of BASH customizations.

COSI, the Common Operating System Interface

By: Steven Borrelli

Creating Your Own Shell Functions

By: James Conroy

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SLUUG - January 13, 2021

Create a futuristic and technology-infused image that represents a digital workspace or a lab environment. The background is minimalist, with a gradient from deep blue at the top to black at the bottom, signifying depth and focus. Faint binary code or matrix-style text cascades downwards, underscoring the tech-driven nature of the landscape. The foreground consists of two primary elements. The first - an abstract representation of a classic terminal window with color-coded text and unique symbols symbolizing a customized 'whereis' Project. A diagram of digital icons showcases organization. The second - a Raspberry Pi enveloped by digital music notes and waveforms to signify a Hand Held Music Box. A faint outline of a remote control signal implies remote management capabilities. Incorporate logos of Linux and Git, along with sleek, high-tech interfaces like holographic displays and digital touchpads. Hexagonal shapes softly dispersed in the background add a modern touch. Use cool tones and gradients throughout, with a mild glow effect around the main elements. Add subtle illustrations of network nodes or interconnecting lines to represent collaboration and community. Insert a digital clock or calendar to highlight the ongoing nature of the workspace.

Customized "whereis" project

By: Robert C. Hansen

Hand Held Music Box

By: Lee Lammert

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