A developer-first, Somali-localized, privacy-respecting Linux distribution designed for daily use on both modern and low-spec machines.
# Nabados Linux
**Nabados** is a modern, developer-focused Linux distribution built for speed, simplicity, and productivity.
It offers **pre-configured development environments** right from installation using a custom **Calamares** installer.
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## Features
- π₯ **Clean & Fast** β Optimized desktop with minimal resource usage.
- π **Somali Localization** β Full Somali language and keyboard support.
- β‘ **One-Click Dev Setup** β Install complete development environments in minutes.
- π¦ **Customizable Installation** β Choose your tools and stacks before first boot.
- π¨ **Custom Branding** β Includes the *Rooni* Somali font and Nabados icon set.
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## Choose Your Specialization
During installation, Nabados lets you **pick your preferred development environment(s)**:
- **Frontend Development**
Node.js, npm, React, TailwindCSS, Vite, browsers, and design tools.
- **Backend Development**
Go, Python, PostgreSQL, Docker, Gin, GORM, and related server tools.
- **Full Stack Development**
Complete frontend + backend setup ready to use.
- **Blockchain Development**
Solidity, Hardhat, Foundry, Web3.js, Ganache, Truffle, local Ethereum node.
- **Machine Learning / AI**
NumPy, pandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow, JupyterLab.
- **Mobile App Development**
Flutter, Dart, Android SDK, Gradle, and emulator tools.
- **Cybersecurity & Red Teaming**
Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark, and offensive security toolkits.
You can select **one or multiple** specializations β Nabados will install and configure everything automatically.
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## Installation
### 1. Download the ISO
Go to the Releases page and download the latest Nabados ISO.
### 2. Create a Bootable USB
Use:
- Rufus (Windows)
- Balena Etcher (Windows, macOS, Linux)
- Or `dd` in Linux:
```bash
sudo dd if=Nabados-x.y.iso of=/dev/sdX bs=4M status=progress
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### 3. Boot into Live Session
* Plug in the USB and boot from it.
* Select **Nabados Live** from the boot menu.
### 4. Launch the Installer
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