Research. Linux. Code. Life.
— This blog follows my PhD journey — what I learn, what I wish I knew earlier, and where research reflections and the occasional tangent take flight.
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Centralising your plot style: one shared theme file to rule them all
Stop copy-pasting plot styling code across every script. Here’s how to extract your theme into a single shared file – whether you’re working in Julia, Python, or R.
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Can Wayland Run Without a Compositor?
I started my Linux journey on a distro that used Wayland by default.At the time, I didn’t know what X11 even was, and honestly, I didn’t care. Everything just…
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Linux Basics Without the Overwhelm: A 7-Stop Beginner’s Roadmap
When I first started using Linux I felt like I was constantly asking:“Where do people actually learn this stuff?” There’s a ton of scattered info online, and it’s not…
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Why Wayland Is Better for Mixed-Resolution Monitors on Linux
Have you ever connected a 4K and a 1080p monitor to your Linux system and noticed apps look… weird? Maybe one window is way too tiny, while another looks…
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Remote Desktop on Linux. Proven Solutions for Wayland Users.
It turns out, Wayland’s lack of network transparency has made remote desktop on Linux a bit more complicated, but don’t worry—we have some solid solutions! How Do We Connect…
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Starting with Linux? Here’s What My First Experience Was Really Like
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer complexity of learning something new—especially something as seemingly intimidating as starting with Linux—then you’re definitely not alone.
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Welcome to My Physics PhD Journey: From Finance to Physics and Everything in Between.
Hi everyone! 👋 I’m Julia Frank, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to my blog. This space is where I’ll be sharing my experiences, insights, and sometimes, my struggles,…