Framework: What It's Like to Build an Open Repairable Laptop

Framework: What It's Like to Build an Open Repairable Laptop

Explore the process of creating an open, repairable laptop in this 27-minute conference talk from Ubuntu Summit 2023. Delve into Framework's core principles of openness, customizability, and sustainability, and how they align with the Linux community's values. Learn about the challenges and considerations in choosing chips, designing mainboards, writing firmware, and ensuring compatibility with Linux-based operating systems. Gain insights into modern laptop hardware and discover opportunities for community involvement in making laptops more open. Understand the impact of these principles on the entire development process and get a glimpse into the future of open hardware in the laptop industry.