In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Richard Hughes from Red Hat and Mario Limonciello from AMD join host Viktor to dive into the world of firmware updates in the Linux ecosystem. With decades of experience in open-source, Richard shares his journey from creating essential tools like PackageKit to spearheading firmware update solutions through the fwupd project. Mario, with a rich background in enabling Linux on various devices, sheds light on the collaboration that led to significant advancements in firmware updates for Linux.
Together, they discuss the challenges and triumphs of developing fwupd and the Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS), services that have transformed how firmware updates are deployed and managed across millions of devices. Viktor's conversation with Richard and Mario offers invaluable insights into a crucial aspect of modern computing, making this episode a must-listen for tech enthusiasts, developers, and anyone curious about the backend of their device's updates.
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