What is fedora?
When I mention fedora some might think am referring to fedora hats 😂.
Let me introduce you to fedora linux. This term might be new to you and that's okay initially, it was new to me too. Fedora is a free and open source operating system based on linux. However, fedora is more than just a software it's a community project which is open to everyone.
In this article I'll be writing an introduction on the following:
- The Fedora project
- Fedora linux
- The Fedora community
The fedora project.
The Fedora project is a global community of users and developers who collaborate to build Fedora Linux, an open-source operating system. What makes Fedora stand out? For one, it’s completely free and open-source, with new releases every six months and updates for 13 months. The project places strong emphasis on detailed documentation, ensuring users have clear guides on installation and usage. Unlike many Linux distributions, Fedora follows a liberal updates policy—balancing frequent improvements with minimal disruption. Backed by an active and diverse community, it evolves rapidly.
Fedora Linux.
Fedora Linux is a free and open-source Linux distribution developed by the Fedora Project. It was originally developed in 2003 as a continuation of the Red Hat Linux project, and it aims to be on the leading edge of open-source technologies. It is now the upstream source for CentOS Stream and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
The Fedora community
The fedora community is is an online community aimed at improving people's lives through free software. It was formed in 2003 as a partnership between Red Hat and volunteers from around the world, and has grown to tens of thousands of project members.
Some of Fedora community initiatives include:
Fedora Week of Diversity (FWD): An annual event celebrating the diverse individuals within the Fedora Community.
Contributor Stories: A recognition initiative that highlights individual contributors who have positively impacted others during their time in Fedora.
Conclusion
If you want to get involved in fedora, begin at the Fedora Project website with resources for new contributors, including a mailing list, forums, and chat channels for getting connected with other Fedora enthusiasts.
Also check out for my next blog I'll be writing a guide on how to install fedora and its packages using dnf.
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