Explore the intricacies of packaging Apache Tomcat for Linux distributions in this 53-minute conference talk by Coty Sutherland, a Senior Software Engineer at Red Hat. Delve into the differences between the Apache Software Foundation's Tomcat distribution and various Linux package flavors, focusing on Red Hat and Debian/Ubuntu implementations. Gain insights into the layout and rationale behind these distributions, and participate in a discussion on improving Tomcat packaging for Linux users. Learn about RPM and DEB packages, directory structures, update-alternatives for API JARs, installation processes, and service management. Discover the concept of Snaps as universal Linux packages and witness an RPM build/install demonstration. Engage with the speaker to provide feedback and explore ways to enhance Tomcat distribution across Linux platforms.