dotfiles/readme.md

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Dotfiles

Dotfiles are user-specific configuration files that are typically stored as dotfiles, as in filenames that are prefixed with a dot or period (.). This project are my personal dotfiles and as such are available for reference and backup.

Installation

Assumptions

  • Have experienced working knowledge within a CLI (command-line interface)
  • Understanding of Linux operating system
  • Installed all required dependencies as stated in Dependency Requirements section
  • Installation is done via Linux CLI
  • Steps prefixed with a "$" (dollar sign) represents the CLI prompt
  • The text after the "$" is to be entered at the CLI
  • Setup instructions are an example of installation and configuration

Dependency Requirements

  • BASH v5+
  • Git v2+
  • GNOME v3+
  • GNU Stow v2.3+

Setup

  1. Clone project.

    $ git clone https://gitlab.com/adouglas/dotfiles.git
    
  2. Change to project directory.

    $ cd dotfiles
    
  3. Apply configuration.

    Choose one of the following methods.

    • Specific application
      $ stow fish
      
    • All applications
      $ stow
      
  4. Apply GNOME Settings.

    GNOME settings are stored within BASH script that utilizes the command "gsettings" to apply desire settings.

    $ ./gsconfig