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Hello everyone. I'm The Owlbear. I've been here for like, a bit, and decided I finally needed to do a proper intro post.
I'm into many nerdy things, particularly TTRPGS, Video Games, and Science Fiction. A few of my favorite things:
* #Pathfinder2e and #Golarian in general.
* #Murderbot
* #Terraria (I suck at it tho)
* #Fallout but not 76 (or any other multiplayer only game for that matter)
* A very specific and short list of #Anime
* The two #Alien movies (Alien and its sequel, Aliens). I'm so glad they never made more.
* #TTRPGs that aren't D&D 5e (earlier editions are cool tho)
* #IndieGames
* #GameDesign
* #Linux and #Gnome, particularly #Arch #VoidLinux #AlpineLinux and #Fedora
* #LGBTQIA2S
* #Owls
* #Bears
* #Owlbears
* The #DCEU - now that James Gunn is in chargeI like other stuff too.
I don't like hate, that crap they call AI these days, trolls, and being shitty just to be shitty.
I believe in love, compassion, empathy, and generally not being a shit person.
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Hello everyone. I'm The Owlbear. I've been here for like, a bit, and decided I finally needed to do a proper intro post.
I'm into many nerdy things, particularly TTRPGS, Video Games, and Science Fiction. A few of my favorite things:
* #Pathfinder2e and #Golarian in general.
* #Murderbot
* #Terraria (I suck at it tho)
* #Fallout but not 76 (or any other multiplayer only game for that matter)
* A very specific and short list of #Anime
* The two #Alien movies (Alien and its sequel, Aliens). I'm so glad they never made more.
* #TTRPGs that aren't D&D 5e (earlier editions are cool tho)
* #IndieGames
* #GameDesign
* #Linux and #Gnome, particularly #Arch #VoidLinux #AlpineLinux and #Fedora
* #LGBTQIA2S
* #Owls
* #Bears
* #Owlbears
* The #DCEU - now that James Gunn is in chargeI like other stuff too.
I don't like hate, that crap they call AI these days, trolls, and being shitty just to be shitty.
I believe in love, compassion, empathy, and generally not being a shit person.
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Announcing the release of #fbp and #f_scripts 0.6! This marks the first #framebufferphone releases in almost 2 years, and I'm so proud of the amount of learning that went into these releases. I'm picking up where Miles Alan left off in order to create the ultimate framebuffer-based UI for #MobileLinux. Packaging should be making its way into #pmOS/#Alpinelinux soon (tm), and I've created a PR to get this UI option merged into #Danctnix Arch ARM.
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@dangillmor it's a pity there are not open source operating system "distributions" that vet "package maintainer" individuals for all of the thousands of software application packages that most people might actually need, who then function as gatekeepers to weed out bad software releases, not to mention imposters, from infiltrating a distribution system of cryptographically signed and QA'd software, that is verified to comply with "distribution" policies.
Some day, perhaps.
#Devuan
#MEPIS
#BodhiLinux
#LinuxMint
#PCLinuxOS
#TrustedBSD
#Tails
#SubgraphOS
#QubesOS
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@dangillmor it's a pity there are not open source operating system "distributions" that vet "package maintainer" individuals for all of the thousands of software application packages that most people might actually need, who then function as gatekeepers to weed out bad software releases, not to mention imposters, from infiltrating a distribution system of cryptographically signed and QA'd software, that is verified to comply with "distribution" policies.
Some day, perhaps.
#Devuan
#MEPIS
#BodhiLinux
#LinuxMint
#PCLinuxOS
#TrustedBSD
#Tails
#SubgraphOS
#QubesOS
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@dangillmor it's a pity there are not open source operating system "distributions" that vet "package maintainer" individuals for all of the thousands of software application packages that most people might actually need, who then function as gatekeepers to weed out bad software releases, not to mention imposters, from infiltrating a distribution system of cryptographically signed and QA'd software, that is verified to comply with "distribution" policies.
Some day, perhaps.
#Devuan
#MEPIS
#BodhiLinux
#LinuxMint
#PCLinuxOS
#TrustedBSD
#Tails
#SubgraphOS
#QubesOS
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:kde: Terminó la #akademyes 2024 en @eslibre, pero la vida sigue. No todo pueden ser findes tan chulos, así que volvemos a traer #KDEexpress con + noticias de la comunidad para compensar un poco.
Algunas de @muylinux como las de #KDEgear, otras de @phoronix con la mejora del HDR en #Plasma6.1, varias del propio proyecto como #optGreen de #KDEeco. O muchas + en las que tratamos @nixos_org :nixos:, @manjarolinux :manjaro:, @alpinelinux :alpine:, @kdenlive.
Un saludo :AntennaPod:
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:kde: Terminó la #akademyes 2024 en @eslibre, pero la vida sigue. No todo pueden ser findes tan chulos, así que volvemos a traer #KDEexpress con + noticias de la comunidad para compensar un poco.
Algunas de @muylinux como las de #KDEgear, otras de @phoronix con la mejora del HDR en #Plasma6.1, varias del propio proyecto como #optGreen de #KDEeco. O muchas + en las que tratamos @nixos_org :nixos:, @manjarolinux :manjaro:, @alpinelinux :alpine:, @kdenlive.
Un saludo :AntennaPod:
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:kde: Terminó la #akademyes 2024 en @eslibre, pero la vida sigue. No todo pueden ser findes tan chulos, así que volvemos a traer #KDEexpress con + noticias de la comunidad para compensar un poco.
Algunas de @muylinux como las de #KDEgear, otras de @phoronix con la mejora del HDR en #Plasma6.1, varias del propio proyecto como #optGreen de #KDEeco. O muchas + en las que tratamos @nixos_org :nixos:, @manjarolinux :manjaro:, @alpinelinux :alpine:, @kdenlive.
Un saludo :AntennaPod:
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:kde: Terminó la #akademyes 2024 en @eslibre, pero la vida sigue. No todo pueden ser findes tan chulos, así que volvemos a traer #KDEexpress con + noticias de la comunidad para compensar un poco.
Algunas de @muylinux como las de #KDEgear, otras de @phoronix con la mejora del HDR en #Plasma6.1, varias del propio proyecto como #optGreen de #KDEeco. O muchas + en las que tratamos @nixos_org :nixos:, @manjarolinux :manjaro:, @alpinelinux :alpine:, @kdenlive.
Un saludo :AntennaPod:
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Announcing the release of #fbp and #f_scripts 0.6! This marks the first #framebufferphone releases in almost 2 years, and I'm so proud of the amount of learning that went into these releases. I'm picking up where Miles Alan left off in order to create the ultimate framebuffer-based UI for #MobileLinux. Packaging should be making its way into #pmOS/#Alpinelinux soon (tm), and I've created a PR to get this UI option merged into #Danctnix Arch ARM.
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Announcing the release of #fbp and #f_scripts 0.6! This marks the first #framebufferphone releases in almost 2 years, and I'm so proud of the amount of learning that went into these releases. I'm picking up where Miles Alan left off in order to create the ultimate framebuffer-based UI for #MobileLinux. Packaging should be making its way into #pmOS/#Alpinelinux soon (tm), and I've created a PR to get this UI option merged into #Danctnix Arch ARM.
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Announcing the release of #fbp and #f_scripts 0.6! This marks the first #framebufferphone releases in almost 2 years, and I'm so proud of the amount of learning that went into these releases. I'm picking up where Miles Alan left off in order to create the ultimate framebuffer-based UI for #MobileLinux. Packaging should be making its way into #pmOS/#Alpinelinux soon (tm), and I've created a PR to get this UI option merged into #Danctnix Arch ARM.
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Announcing the release of #fbp and #f_scripts 0.6! This marks the first #framebufferphone releases in almost 2 years, and I'm so proud of the amount of learning that went into these releases. I'm picking up where Miles Alan left off in order to create the ultimate framebuffer-based UI for #MobileLinux. Packaging should be making its way into #pmOS/#Alpinelinux soon (tm), and I've created a PR to get this UI option merged into #Danctnix Arch ARM.
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Pro-Grade Ham Radio Displays: Integrating OpenHamClock into PiSignage
758 words, 4 minutes read time.
A Helping Hand Needed for a Fellow Programmer
I’m reaching out to see if you can lend a hand to a talented software developer who’s currently on the job hunt. With over 30 years of experience in C#, .NET (Core/6–8), REST APIs, SQL Server, Angular/Razor, Kubernetes, and cloud CI/CD, he’s a seasoned pro with a proven track record of leading modernization projects and delivering production systems.Some of his notable accomplishments include DB2 to SQL migrations, building real-time SignalR apps, and developing full-stack API and frontend projects. Based in Southeast Michigan, he’s looking for senior engineering, architecture, or technical lead roles that will challenge him and utilize his skills.
If you’re in a position to help, you can check out his resume and portfolio at http://charles.friasteam.com.
Let’s all look out for each other – if you know of any opportunities that might be a good fit, could you please consider passing this along to your network?
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If you are a ham radio operator, you know that a HamClock is the ultimate shack companion. But what if you want to move beyond a dedicated small screen and integrate that data-rich display into a professional digital signage environment?
By using PiSignage, you can rotate your HamClock with other station metrics, weather, or club announcements. However, getting a clean, secure, and “pop-up free” experience requires a few tricks.
In this post, I’ll show you how to deploy OpenHamClock using Docker and how to strip away the UI clutter for a seamless kiosk experience.
The Setup
To follow along, you will need a PiSignage server instance. I personally run mine as a Docker container, which keeps the server stack isolated and easy to back up.
1. The Docker Compose Configuration
PiSignage and modern browsers often require secure contexts (HTTPS) for certain features. Since the standard HamClock output is HTTP, we’ll use a two-service setup: the clock itself and a lightweight SSL-wrap sidecar using
socatandopenssl.docker-componse.yml
services: openhamclock: image: ghcr.io/accius/openhamclock:latest container_name: openhamclock expose: - "3000" environment: - CALLSIGN=<CALL SIGN> - LOCATOR=<Grid Square Locator> - THEME=dark - UNITS=imperial restart: unless-stopped ssl-wrap: image: alpine container_name: hamclock-ssl ports: - "3000:3000" command: > sh -c "apk add --no-cache socat openssl && openssl req -x509 -newkey rsa:2048 -keyout /tmp/key.pem -out /tmp/cert.pem -days 365 -nodes -subj '/CN=localhost' && cat /tmp/cert.pem /tmp/key.pem > /tmp/combined.pem && socat OPENSSL-LISTEN:3000,cert=/tmp/combined.pem,verify=0,fork,reuseaddr TCP:openhamclock:3000" restart: unless-stopped2. Silencing the “What’s New” Pop-ups
When using HamClock as a signage element, you want it to be “set and forget.” The “What’s New” slide-ins are helpful for desktop users but ruin a clean kiosk display.
While there is a formal change request pending for a toggle, you can currently “force” these elements to stay hidden by injecting a bit of CSS directly into the distribution files. Run this command within your app environment:
find /app/dist -name "*.css" -exec sh -c 'echo "div[style*=\"whatsNewSlideIn\"], div[style*=\"backdrop-filter\"] { display: none !important; }" >> {}' \;3. Setting Up the Slide in PiSignage
Once your containers are humming along, you need to tell PiSignage how to display the clock.
Create the Weblink Asset
- Log in to your PiSignage Admin Panel.
- Navigate to Assets > Add > Weblink.
- Fill in the details:
- Name: OpenHamClock
- Link Address:
https://<YOUR-HOSTNAME>:3000/?kiosk=true
- Click Save.
Pro Tip: The
?kiosk=truesuffix is critical. It tells HamClock to hide its own internal menus and headers, giving you a dedicated, high-contrast dashboard perfect for a wall-mounted display.Deploy to Your Player
- Go to Playlists and add your new “OpenHamClock” asset.
- Set the Duration: Set this to
0for a permanent display, or a high number (like300for 5 minutes) if it’s part of a rotation. - Go to Groups, select your player, and deploy the playlist.
Your screen should refresh and show a beautiful, clean HamClock interface within seconds!
Running PiSignage in Docker?
For those of you looking to keep your entire server stack contained, running the PiSignage central server in Docker is the way to go. It keeps your host OS clean and makes management a breeze.
If you’d like me to discuss how to set up a dockerized PiSignage server, please comment below!
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Call to Action
Getting this stack to play nice wasn’t a “one-and-done” install. It was a hard-fought process that took multiple attempts to finally crack the code on bypassing those “What’s New” screens and forcing a clean kiosk display. But the victory is in the uptime.
Don’t just lurk. If you’ve got the guts to show how you’re rebuilding your station on the wreckage of the old ways, drop a comment below. How are you occupying the victory today?
SUPPORTSUBSCRIBECONTACT MED. Bryan King
Sources
- OpenHamClock GitHub Repository (accius)
- Original HamClock Source by Clear Sky Institute
- PiSignage Official Documentation
- Docker Compose Specification and Documentation
- Alpine Linux Official Docker Image
- Socat Man Page – Multipurpose Relay Tool
- OpenSSL Official Documentation
- Maidenhead Locator System Overview
- Deep Dive: HamClock on Raspberry Pi
- PiSignage Server Docker Implementation
- Raspberry Pi Kiosk Mode Configuration
- MDN Web Docs: CSS Display Property
- Docker CMD vs Entrypoint Explained
- Understanding Self-Signed SSL Certificates
- ARRL: Understanding Grid Squares
- CSS Attribute Selectors (For Style Injection)
- Docker Container Networking Guide
- Linux Find Command Documentation
- Portainer: Managing Dockerized Signage Stacks
- PiSignage Community Support Forum
Disclaimer:
I love sharing what I’m learning, but please keep in mind that everything I write here—including this post—is just my personal take. These are my own opinions based on my research and my understanding of things at the time I’m writing them. Since life moves way too fast and things change quickly, please use your own best judgment and consult the experts for your specific situations!
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Hype for the Future 137B → Installation of Alpine Linux (32-bit)
Overview The system requirements for Alpine Linux for x86 are based on the 32-bit system architecture of the software, thus supporting both 32-bit and 64-bit systems largely associated with Intel and AMD processors. The architecture is also often known as i386, i486, i586, or i686, depending on the particular system kernel requirements and intended type of system. Usually, with Alpine Linux, the server-side distribution is designed to support certain legacy Intel Pentium processors, […] -
Hype for the Future 137B → Installation of Alpine Linux (32-bit)
Overview The system requirements for Alpine Linux for x86 are based on the 32-bit system architecture of the software, thus supporting both 32-bit and 64-bit systems largely associated with Intel and AMD processors. The architecture is also often known as i386, i486, i586, or i686, depending on the particular system kernel requirements and intended type of system. Usually, with Alpine Linux, the server-side distribution is designed to support certain legacy Intel Pentium processors, […] -
New stable kernels landed today in Alpine Linux. They address the Fragnesia CVE (CVE-2026-46300), and the vulnerabilities that came before it.
- 6.18.31
- 6.12.89
- 6.6.139
- 5.15.207
- 5.10.256These have been backported all the way down to Alpine Linux 3.16.
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In 15 minutes (13:00 UTC), we will perform OS and gitlab updates, and gitlab will be unavailable while the work is ongoing. Expected downtime is about 15 minutes.
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The OS upgrades have been performed, and gitlab is back. The gitlab upgrade itself still needs to be done, and will be postponed.
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Hype for the Future 139H → Alpine Linux: What to Expect
Introduction Alpine is a distribution of the Linux kernel with modern 32-bit and 64-bit variants and is one of a few rare distributions of Linux to continue to fully support 32-bit systems and associated configurations. Whether with the 32-bit or 64-bit installations of the distribution, the Alpine Linux distribution is an optimal solution for lightweight desktops and especially for servers and virtual machines. As a basic implementation of the Linux kernel, default implementations--even at […] -
Hype for the Future 139H → Alpine Linux: What to Expect
Introduction Alpine is a distribution of the Linux kernel with modern 32-bit and 64-bit variants and is one of a few rare distributions of Linux to continue to fully support 32-bit systems and associated configurations. Whether with the 32-bit or 64-bit installations of the distribution, the Alpine Linux distribution is an optimal solution for lightweight desktops and especially for servers and virtual machines. As a basic implementation of the Linux kernel, default implementations--even at […] -
Hype for the Future 139H → Alpine Linux: What to Expect
Introduction Alpine is a distribution of the Linux kernel with modern 32-bit and 64-bit variants and is one of a few rare distributions of Linux to continue to fully support 32-bit systems and associated configurations. Whether with the 32-bit or 64-bit installations of the distribution, the Alpine Linux distribution is an optimal solution for lightweight desktops and especially for servers and virtual machines. As a basic implementation of the Linux kernel, default implementations--even at […] -
Hype for the Future 139H → Alpine Linux: What to Expect
Introduction Alpine is a distribution of the Linux kernel with modern 32-bit and 64-bit variants and is one of a few rare distributions of Linux to continue to fully support 32-bit systems and associated configurations. Whether with the 32-bit or 64-bit installations of the distribution, the Alpine Linux distribution is an optimal solution for lightweight desktops and especially for servers and virtual machines. As a basic implementation of the Linux kernel, default implementations--even at […] -
Alpine Linux 3.17, nueva versión de la distro enfocada a infraestructuras críticas: https://nosgustalinux.es/2022/11/alpine-linux-3-17-nueva-version-de-la-distro-enfocada-a-infraestructuras-criticas/#alpine #alpine-linux #distribuciones #lanzamientos
