For the Love of Linux
The REWORK podcast by 37signals promotes bootstrapping and slow growth in entrepreneurship. Co-founder David Heinemeier Hansson discusses shifting from Apple to Linux and Windows, praising Microsoft's support and recommending the Framework laptop. The episode explores multi-platform development and technology company evolution.
Read original articleThe REWORK podcast by 37signals explores alternative approaches to entrepreneurship, advocating for bootstrapping, staying small, and growing slowly instead of scaling fast and raising money. In a recent episode, co-founder David Heinemeier Hansson discusses his shift from using Apple products to exploring Linux and Windows platforms. He shares his dissatisfaction with Apple's policies and praises Microsoft's improvements and developer support. Hansson highlights the compatibility between Linux and Windows and recommends the Framework laptop for its user-friendliness and upgradeability. The episode delves into transitioning 37signals into a multi-platform development team and offers insights into Hansson's preferred computing and operating systems. The discussion reflects on the evolution of technology companies like Microsoft, emphasizing their ability to change and adapt over time.
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