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Native Linux tooling, a deliberate container setup, a fast Zsh, mise, VS Code, reproducible dotfiles, and enough guardrails that an AI agent can help without "helpfully" deleting half your machine

Aug 28 · 91 min read · faaaaraaaan.hashnode.dev  
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