Tech Enthusiast Builds Custom Linux Kernel for Tiny Laptop
Andrei, a tech enthusiast, recently built a custom Linux kernel for his tiny laptop due to compatibility issues with the stock kernel. This journey began with an old Linux kernel developed by Julian Assange and Earthmen Technology in 1998.
Andrei embarked on this project to learn the process, starting with an old kernel version. He read /proc/config.gz to understand the existing kernel's setup and used automation scripts for debugging. Initially, he faced a screen rotation issue caused by an errant video module. Further adjustments resolved this, but sound and touchpad functionality remained absent.
The Linux installer displayed a blank screen, and adding 'nomodeset' to the kernel options proved ineffective. Andrei found AI like ChatGPT useful but also encountered inaccuracies (hallucinations) during troubleshooting.
Andrei successfully built a custom Linux kernel for his small laptop, resolving the screen rotation issue but not the sound or touchpad functionality. Despite AI's assistance, he encountered inaccuracies and had to rely on his own detective work to make progress.
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