A programmer reflects on how AI is fundamentally transforming computing by enabling users to create custom applications in natural language, dissolving the boundary between programmers and users. This shift will reshape software distribution, operating systems, and the entire concept of prefabricated applications as people increasingly build specialized tools for their own specific needs.
Neptune OS is a Windows NT-like operating system built on the seL4 microkernel that can run unmodified Linux and Windows kernel drivers as unprivileged userspace processes. The project realizes the original NT vision of a microkernel architecture with system services and drivers isolated in user mode, improving stability and security compared to monolithic kernels.
Commodore's Amiga Unix, a historically underdog operating system, is experiencing a modern revival after years of obscurity. The project represents renewed interest in preserving and updating legacy computing platforms for contemporary use.