I've noticed a new trend in Ubuntu-based distributions lately. There's a growing emphasis on modules that aim to simplify the desktop experience for developers. This movement suggests an increase in projects focused on ease of use. How do you all feel about this approach? Do you think this trend, which is becoming widespread in the community, positively impacts user experience?
Is a new era beginning for Ubuntu distributions?
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I've noticed this kind of focus in Ubuntu-based distributions for a long time, and it really caught my attention. Personally, while working with Fedora COPR repositories, I came across some "simple yet powerful" modules created by developers—for example, tools that suggest an alternative init system instead of systemd or make it easy to set up a minimalist DDE desktop environment on top of the default GNOME. Hiding technical details from the user and just going with the "get the experience you want with just a few commands" logic really works.
I recently switched to Linux Mint, but thanks to the "modular desktop assumptions" now supported by developers, switching to Xfce or UKUI instead of the default Cinnamon was a breeze. This approach allows users to manage complex systems without overwhelming new users. The community's shift in this direction is a huge blessing, especially for those just starting with the desktop.