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@robinslab.bsky.social
Linux • UK DigSo • 3D Design • Making • Side Quests
Building things, fixing things and documenting the journey from the workshop to the homelab.
🔧 robinslab.co.uk
Building things, fixing things and documenting the journey from the workshop to the homelab.
🔧 robinslab.co.uk
I’ve written about how and why KDE’s Kate has become my Markdown editor of choice for my #homelab #Hugo website.
Spell checking, Markdown highlighting, live preview, and code snippets, all without leaving KDE.
#Linux #KDE #Kate #Markdown #OpenSource #FOSS #Kubuntu #LinuxDesktop #jamstack #Writing
Spell checking, Markdown highlighting, live preview, and code snippets, all without leaving KDE.
#Linux #KDE #Kate #Markdown #OpenSource #FOSS #Kubuntu #LinuxDesktop #jamstack #Writing
'Kate' Supercharged My Markdown Editing
Kate as a Markdown Editor # When you install KDE Plasma, one of the pieces of free software I love the most is Kate. This little-spoken-of text editor is a fantastic tool for many types of coding, tha...
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October 3, 2026 at 8:59 PM
Reposted by ℝ𝕠𝕓𝕚𝕟'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕓
Part of me wants to set up some aliases now.
October 2, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Part of me wants to set up some aliases now.
After 30+ years working in #construction, I've picked up a few tricks.
I've written up how I lay wooden #flooring, from preparing the sub-floor and setting out the first boards to using a flooring nailer, dealing with awkward corners and making a Sapele threshold.
#Woodworking #DIY
I've written up how I lay wooden #flooring, from preparing the sub-floor and setting out the first boards to using a flooring nailer, dealing with awkward corners and making a Sapele threshold.
#Woodworking #DIY
Laying Wooden Flooring
Introduction. # Over my 30+ years working in construction I have picked up many skills. Trades like plastering and block-work, don’t usually have the immediate satisfaction you get from looking at the...
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October 2, 2026 at 4:33 PM
After 30+ years working in #construction, I've picked up a few tricks.
I've written up how I lay wooden #flooring, from preparing the sub-floor and setting out the first boards to using a flooring nailer, dealing with awkward corners and making a Sapele threshold.
#Woodworking #DIY
I've written up how I lay wooden #flooring, from preparing the sub-floor and setting out the first boards to using a flooring nailer, dealing with awkward corners and making a Sapele threshold.
#Woodworking #DIY
Today I wrote an article about Jail-breaking A 'Microsoft' Surface Pro 5 . This is a little drawing beast when Linux is put on it.
robinslab.co.uk/linux/hardwa...
#linux #surface #microsoft #opensource #drawing #uk
robinslab.co.uk/linux/hardwa...
#linux #surface #microsoft #opensource #drawing #uk
Jail breaking A 'Microsoft' Surface Pro 5
Intro # It’s no secret that I love digital design and the seemingly magical digital pens that make the perfect companion to enabled devices really open up what you can do with these now fairly cheap p...
robinslab.co.uk
October 1, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Today I wrote an article about Jail-breaking A 'Microsoft' Surface Pro 5 . This is a little drawing beast when Linux is put on it.
robinslab.co.uk/linux/hardwa...
#linux #surface #microsoft #opensource #drawing #uk
robinslab.co.uk/linux/hardwa...
#linux #surface #microsoft #opensource #drawing #uk
@theabigailthorn.bsky.social I have a Philosophy question: NixOS community surveys found around 5% of respondents identified as non-binary in 2024, with the figure rising in 2025. Is there a connection between questioning social defaults and choosing technology where you can reject the defaults too?
Nix Community Survey 2024 Results
2024 Nix Survey Results Hello, fellow Nixers! It’s that time of year again! Like many of you, I’ve noticed that the Nix community is growing steadily. Now, more than ever, we’re eager to understand w...
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October 1, 2026 at 11:31 AM
@theabigailthorn.bsky.social I have a Philosophy question: NixOS community surveys found around 5% of respondents identified as non-binary in 2024, with the figure rising in 2025. Is there a connection between questioning social defaults and choosing technology where you can reject the defaults too?
As a Linux user, I believe the UK would benefit from being closer to the EU when it comes to open technology
We're stronger together. When we share code, skills and infrastructure. It's strategic autonomy rather than Digital Sovereignty (DigSo) we need right now!
#Linux #OpenSource #EU #UK #Rejoin
We're stronger together. When we share code, skills and infrastructure. It's strategic autonomy rather than Digital Sovereignty (DigSo) we need right now!
#Linux #OpenSource #EU #UK #Rejoin
Yesterday, French president Emmanuel Macron said it would be “excellent news’ and “a good decision” if Britain decided to rejoin.
Spain’s prime minister Pedro Sanchez said Britain would be welcome back to the EU "with open arms".
Let’s go! #RejoinEU 🙂
Spain’s prime minister Pedro Sanchez said Britain would be welcome back to the EU "with open arms".
Let’s go! #RejoinEU 🙂
October 1, 2026 at 9:20 AM
As a Linux user, I believe the UK would benefit from being closer to the EU when it comes to open technology
We're stronger together. When we share code, skills and infrastructure. It's strategic autonomy rather than Digital Sovereignty (DigSo) we need right now!
#Linux #OpenSource #EU #UK #Rejoin
We're stronger together. When we share code, skills and infrastructure. It's strategic autonomy rather than Digital Sovereignty (DigSo) we need right now!
#Linux #OpenSource #EU #UK #Rejoin
My #ThinkPad #T480 is a modern weapon of war! #Linux #Kubuntu
I’ve upgraded the batteries, RAM and Wi-Fi, with more mods planned. The article covers my rewritten Rifleman’s Creed, upgrades and why I don’t distro hop.
Enjoy the humour!
#OpenSource #RightToRepair #DIYTech
I’ve upgraded the batteries, RAM and Wi-Fi, with more mods planned. The article covers my rewritten Rifleman’s Creed, upgrades and why I don’t distro hop.
Enjoy the humour!
#OpenSource #RightToRepair #DIYTech
My ThunkPad
The Creed # This is my ThinkPad. There are many like it, but this one is mine. My ThinkPad is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life. Without me, my ThinkPad is usele...
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October 1, 2026 at 8:23 AM
My #ThinkPad #T480 is a modern weapon of war! #Linux #Kubuntu
I’ve upgraded the batteries, RAM and Wi-Fi, with more mods planned. The article covers my rewritten Rifleman’s Creed, upgrades and why I don’t distro hop.
Enjoy the humour!
#OpenSource #RightToRepair #DIYTech
I’ve upgraded the batteries, RAM and Wi-Fi, with more mods planned. The article covers my rewritten Rifleman’s Creed, upgrades and why I don’t distro hop.
Enjoy the humour!
#OpenSource #RightToRepair #DIYTech
Should the UK rename the post of POTUS to the Un-intelligence Of The United States Of America for the duration of trumps rule.
The reasoning is simple. By Trumps own admission he regards AI has reached a Super Intelligence level, therefore his own intelligence and role is brought into question.
The reasoning is simple. By Trumps own admission he regards AI has reached a Super Intelligence level, therefore his own intelligence and role is brought into question.
September 29, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Should the UK rename the post of POTUS to the Un-intelligence Of The United States Of America for the duration of trumps rule.
The reasoning is simple. By Trumps own admission he regards AI has reached a Super Intelligence level, therefore his own intelligence and role is brought into question.
The reasoning is simple. By Trumps own admission he regards AI has reached a Super Intelligence level, therefore his own intelligence and role is brought into question.
I was trying to keep Robin's Lab apolitical, but the recent news that Donald Trump is renaming AI to “Super Intelligence” is just stupid. I mean, a whole other level of dumb even for him.
To be a “Super Intelligence”, it has to outperform humans, not just an idiot in the White House.
#linux #ai #si
To be a “Super Intelligence”, it has to outperform humans, not just an idiot in the White House.
#linux #ai #si
September 29, 2026 at 5:58 PM
Nevermind Andy Burnham. Miliband was right in saying that gov. cannot leave AI up to "tech companies". A corp's primary motive is to max profit and AI progress is a key issue that must be confronted.
So I suggest that the UK moves to #Linux and #Ubuntu for everything. Then teaches it in all schools
So I suggest that the UK moves to #Linux and #Ubuntu for everything. Then teaches it in all schools
September 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM
@canonicalltd.bsky.social Has just released the new #Ubuntu wiki. It replaces 2 old ones.
discourse.ubuntu.com/t/the-new-ub...
#linux #ubuntu
discourse.ubuntu.com/t/the-new-ub...
#linux #ubuntu
The new Ubuntu wiki has launched
Announcing the launch of the new Ubuntu wiki The new Ubuntu wiki is now deployed, in production, and ready to use at wiki.ubuntu.com. You will find that it offers a modern editing experience and a lot...
discourse.ubuntu.com
September 28, 2026 at 8:21 PM
@canonicalltd.bsky.social Has just released the new #Ubuntu wiki. It replaces 2 old ones.
discourse.ubuntu.com/t/the-new-ub...
#linux #ubuntu
discourse.ubuntu.com/t/the-new-ub...
#linux #ubuntu
I've improved my #PSP #softmodding guide! Only dedication will keep these brilliant little handhelds alive.
The whole process was done using #Linux ( #Kubuntu ). Hope you like it!
#RetroGaming #OpenSource #Kubuntu #Robinslab
The whole process was done using #Linux ( #Kubuntu ). Hope you like it!
#RetroGaming #OpenSource #Kubuntu #Robinslab
PSP Refreshed for 2026
Introduction # The PSP is arguably one of the best-looking handheld consoles ever made. Designed by a team led by Shinichi Ogasawara, it was never intended to be just a toy. Sony wanted to create a po...
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September 28, 2026 at 5:52 PM
I've improved my #PSP #softmodding guide! Only dedication will keep these brilliant little handhelds alive.
The whole process was done using #Linux ( #Kubuntu ). Hope you like it!
#RetroGaming #OpenSource #Kubuntu #Robinslab
The whole process was done using #Linux ( #Kubuntu ). Hope you like it!
#RetroGaming #OpenSource #Kubuntu #Robinslab
Today I got my Canon M6 working as a live-streaming camera on #KDEPlasma, running on #Kubuntu #Linux!
I'm also designing a background banner to send off for printing, so I can hide all the junk behind me. 😁
Interested in my Linux projects? Like and share!
#Ubuntu #opensource #ContentCreation
I'm also designing a background banner to send off for printing, so I can hide all the junk behind me. 😁
Interested in my Linux projects? Like and share!
#Ubuntu #opensource #ContentCreation
September 28, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Today I got my Canon M6 working as a live-streaming camera on #KDEPlasma, running on #Kubuntu #Linux!
I'm also designing a background banner to send off for printing, so I can hide all the junk behind me. 😁
Interested in my Linux projects? Like and share!
#Ubuntu #opensource #ContentCreation
I'm also designing a background banner to send off for printing, so I can hide all the junk behind me. 😁
Interested in my Linux projects? Like and share!
#Ubuntu #opensource #ContentCreation
I built a massive DIY CNC router from scratch, powered by #linux and #linuxcnc. Meet Galactus, my Hot Pink Destroyer of Woods! 🪚
If you like my content please come back here and hit those follow & share buttons!
#cnc #blender #opensource #homelab #diy #maker
If you like my content please come back here and hit those follow & share buttons!
#cnc #blender #opensource #homelab #diy #maker
Building A Custom CNC: Part 1
Introduction # Coming from a poor background, I couldn’t prove that I had the academic knowledge to design and run a CNC router. So I decided to build my own to prove to the world that I have the tech...
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September 25, 2026 at 2:28 PM
I just updated the social media image for my homemade #hugo website. #linux #website #markdown
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Welcome to Robin's Lab! :tada:
Designer, maker, and open-source enthusiast
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September 24, 2026 at 11:06 AM
I just updated the social media image for my homemade #hugo website. #linux #website #markdown
robinslab.co.uk
robinslab.co.uk
What's your "origin" video game?
Mine is "Freespace 2". That game is where I learnt I love 3d Design.
www.gog.com/en/game/free...
Mine is "Freespace 2". That game is where I learnt I love 3d Design.
www.gog.com/en/game/free...
Freespace 2 | GOG.com
Freespace 2 includes the FRED2 editor available in the installation directory of the game
www.gog.com
September 23, 2026 at 7:57 PM
What's your "origin" video game?
Mine is "Freespace 2". That game is where I learnt I love 3d Design.
www.gog.com/en/game/free...
Mine is "Freespace 2". That game is where I learnt I love 3d Design.
www.gog.com/en/game/free...
I’ve been giving an old #lenovo All-in-One a new lease of life as my kitchen computer. 🖥️
Please follow and share to support my fledgling website.
The free #wallpaper featured in the image is available to download, for all you #thinkpad lovers.
#linux #hardware #monitor #m720q #tinypc #azatom
Please follow and share to support my fledgling website.
The free #wallpaper featured in the image is available to download, for all you #thinkpad lovers.
#linux #hardware #monitor #m720q #tinypc #azatom
Lenovo Made An AIO
Lenovo Fanboi # Lenovo is a fantastic company. Not only do they make great computers, they look like they come straight out of an episode of Knight Rider, and to be honest, that’s not a bad thing. The...
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September 23, 2026 at 7:26 PM
🎉 24 hours on Bluesky!
Thank you to my new followers. This account has only been active for a day, and I’ve already have 5 followers!
That feels pretty good!
I am starting by writing about my #construction projects - eventually I will be writing about;
#hugo #making #linux #design #blender #cnc
Thank you to my new followers. This account has only been active for a day, and I’ve already have 5 followers!
That feels pretty good!
I am starting by writing about my #construction projects - eventually I will be writing about;
#hugo #making #linux #design #blender #cnc
Welcome to Robin's Lab! :tada:
Designer, maker, and open-source enthusiast
robinslab.co.uk
September 22, 2026 at 5:42 PM
I’ve been digging through some of my construction projects and found one featuring curved brickwork.
Brickwork satisfies my itch for 3D design projects, and I can design it in Linux. Anything to do with making is part of my toolbox. 🧱
Please follow me for more!
#brickwork #making #design #art
Brickwork satisfies my itch for 3D design projects, and I can design it in Linux. Anything to do with making is part of my toolbox. 🧱
Please follow me for more!
#brickwork #making #design #art
Curved Brickwork
Intro # One of my earliest qualifications was an AMA (Advanced Modern Apprenticeship) in brickwork. My father used to tell me that computers were just a fad, and I was subsequently banned from having ...
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September 22, 2026 at 3:04 PM
I’ve been digging through some of my construction projects and found one featuring curved brickwork.
Brickwork satisfies my itch for 3D design projects, and I can design it in Linux. Anything to do with making is part of my toolbox. 🧱
Please follow me for more!
#brickwork #making #design #art
Brickwork satisfies my itch for 3D design projects, and I can design it in Linux. Anything to do with making is part of my toolbox. 🧱
Please follow me for more!
#brickwork #making #design #art
I built an oak greenhouse because when you look after a large garden, you need somewhere to raise your baby plants.
Handmade, built to last, and considerably more work than buying one from a garden centre.
If you like what you see, subscribe.
#woodworking #making #greenhouse #diy #oak #carving
Handmade, built to last, and considerably more work than buying one from a garden centre.
If you like what you see, subscribe.
#woodworking #making #greenhouse #diy #oak #carving
Handmade Greenhouse
Fancy Greenhouse # I made this oak-built greenhouse because when you look after a large garden, you need somewhere to keep your baby plants.
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September 22, 2026 at 1:14 PM
I built an oak greenhouse because when you look after a large garden, you need somewhere to raise your baby plants.
Handmade, built to last, and considerably more work than buying one from a garden centre.
If you like what you see, subscribe.
#woodworking #making #greenhouse #diy #oak #carving
Handmade, built to last, and considerably more work than buying one from a garden centre.
If you like what you see, subscribe.
#woodworking #making #greenhouse #diy #oak #carving
I find it quite funny when people complain about “data centres” while posting those complaints on apps whose data is… stored in data centres.
I disagree with too much AI integration, but data centres themselves are pretty cool.
The interesting question is; how do we cool and power them tomorrow?
I disagree with too much AI integration, but data centres themselves are pretty cool.
The interesting question is; how do we cool and power them tomorrow?
September 21, 2026 at 9:31 PM
I find it quite funny when people complain about “data centres” while posting those complaints on apps whose data is… stored in data centres.
I disagree with too much AI integration, but data centres themselves are pretty cool.
The interesting question is; how do we cool and power them tomorrow?
I disagree with too much AI integration, but data centres themselves are pretty cool.
The interesting question is; how do we cool and power them tomorrow?
Hey @pfrazee.com @brittanyellich.com ! 💡 Feature idea: I have just been editing my #hugo site's short-codes. (Adding links etc..).
Highlighting text can be clumsy, and a quick click-to-copy button would make sharing bsky handles vastly easier for everyone. Thoughts?
Highlighting text can be clumsy, and a quick click-to-copy button would make sharing bsky handles vastly easier for everyone. Thoughts?
September 21, 2026 at 8:29 PM
Hey @pfrazee.com @brittanyellich.com ! 💡 Feature idea: I have just been editing my #hugo site's short-codes. (Adding links etc..).
Highlighting text can be clumsy, and a quick click-to-copy button would make sharing bsky handles vastly easier for everyone. Thoughts?
Highlighting text can be clumsy, and a quick click-to-copy button would make sharing bsky handles vastly easier for everyone. Thoughts?
I’ve been looking at the humble #ethernet cable — the bit of hardware that quietly keeps my #homelab, #consoles and everything else connected to the world.
Connectivity need not be the latest technology.
🔌 robinslab.co.uk/linux/hardwa...
#Linux #homelab #networking #selfhosting #technology
Connectivity need not be the latest technology.
🔌 robinslab.co.uk/linux/hardwa...
#Linux #homelab #networking #selfhosting #technology
Making Cables
Why don’t I use Wi-Fi? # When ‘playing’ with networks, you’ll soon discover that everything just works better when it’s got a cable attached to it, and Wi-Fi is fine until you’re doing something remot...
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September 21, 2026 at 7:17 PM
I’ve been looking at the humble #ethernet cable — the bit of hardware that quietly keeps my #homelab, #consoles and everything else connected to the world.
Connectivity need not be the latest technology.
🔌 robinslab.co.uk/linux/hardwa...
#Linux #homelab #networking #selfhosting #technology
Connectivity need not be the latest technology.
🔌 robinslab.co.uk/linux/hardwa...
#Linux #homelab #networking #selfhosting #technology
My PSPs have survived 20 years. 😄
With the #PlayStation Store gone and ageing UMD drives becoming a problem, what can you actually do with a PSP in 2026?
I’ve refreshed two of mine, softmodded them and given them a new lease of life.
🎮 robinslab.co.uk/bonus/side-q...
#PSP #retrogaming #homebrew
With the #PlayStation Store gone and ageing UMD drives becoming a problem, what can you actually do with a PSP in 2026?
I’ve refreshed two of mine, softmodded them and given them a new lease of life.
🎮 robinslab.co.uk/bonus/side-q...
#PSP #retrogaming #homebrew
PSP Refreshed for 2026
A tale of two PSP’s in 2026. # Introduction # The PSP is arguably one of the best looking handheld consoles ever made. It was designed by a team lead by Shinichi Ogasawara not as a toy but as a handhe...
robinslab.co.uk
September 21, 2026 at 7:11 PM
My PSPs have survived 20 years. 😄
With the #PlayStation Store gone and ageing UMD drives becoming a problem, what can you actually do with a PSP in 2026?
I’ve refreshed two of mine, softmodded them and given them a new lease of life.
🎮 robinslab.co.uk/bonus/side-q...
#PSP #retrogaming #homebrew
With the #PlayStation Store gone and ageing UMD drives becoming a problem, what can you actually do with a PSP in 2026?
I’ve refreshed two of mine, softmodded them and given them a new lease of life.
🎮 robinslab.co.uk/bonus/side-q...
#PSP #retrogaming #homebrew
I built this twisted arch as an experiment in making something that looks complicated without actually being complicated to build — half a lifetime ago.
A bit of #design, and quite a few hours in #blender.
🔧 robinslab.co.uk/craft/projec...
#brickwork #making #architecture
A bit of #design, and quite a few hours in #blender.
🔧 robinslab.co.uk/craft/projec...
#brickwork #making #architecture
The O.G. Axed Twisted Arch
I think a few of you might like this one.
It was made a few years ago now, but it is still one of those projects that demonstrates why I enjoy building unusual things.
robinslab.co.uk
September 21, 2026 at 7:07 PM
I built this twisted arch as an experiment in making something that looks complicated without actually being complicated to build — half a lifetime ago.
A bit of #design, and quite a few hours in #blender.
🔧 robinslab.co.uk/craft/projec...
#brickwork #making #architecture
A bit of #design, and quite a few hours in #blender.
🔧 robinslab.co.uk/craft/projec...
#brickwork #making #architecture