Translated by AI. This article was originally written in French and translated by Claude, Anthropic’s AI. The French original remains the reference version.

This article was an opportunity to share my journey towards using open-source tools exclusively and embracing open source deeply in my daily life. It is important to remember that my approach and this article are, above all, informative. I am not here to impose a dogma, but to encourage reflection and discussion about the benefits of open source, transparency and the philosophy behind them.

My journey has given me a deeper understanding of open source and its benefits. It can be a rewarding path, even without a transformation as profound as mine. Applying a few key concepts of the open-source philosophy in your daily life can be an interesting experience. If you are used to silos, lack of information and people guarding their turf, try transparency. You will be surprised by how much your family, peers and colleagues give back.

There are many ways to get involved in the open-source world: QA (quality assurance), translation, sharing experiences and discoveries, testing, failing, giving feedback, collaborating on projects, or innovating alone or in a group. In recent years, I have enjoyed contributing to the projects and tools I use every day. That takes the form of bug reports, translations, and even active participation in projects such as “Architect”, which aims to make Arch Linux more user-friendly for a complete desktop experience.

If a transformation of this scale interests you, keep in mind that the learning curve can be steep at first. With perseverance, however, it gets gentler as you progress. Today, I am still learning, but maintaining my open-source environment takes little time. This journey towards open source is an invitation to continuous learning, innovation and collaboration. It can bring both personal and professional benefits, and I encourage you to discover it in your own way. The open-source philosophy is an invaluable resource, within reach of anyone who wants to take this enriching path.

As for me, in a spirit of continuous learning and innovation, the adventure goes on, and your comments are welcome to help this little world move forward 🤟