Debian Sway Laptop Configuration

This repository contains the configuration files and instructions to set up a Debian-based Linux distribution with Sway as the window manager, optimized for laptops. It is designed to provide a minimalist, yet efficient, environment for users who prefer a tiling window manager on a lightweight, customized system.

Table of Contents

• Features
• Prerequisites
• Installation
• Additional Packages
• Configuration Details
• Contributing
• License

Features

• Sway window manager: Tiling window manager for Wayland.
• Optimized for laptop use: Custom key bindings, power management, and performance tweaks.
• Lightweight and fast: Minimal overhead with only essential applications and services.
• Modular and extensible: Easily add or modify components as needed.

Prerequisites

Ensure you have a Debian-based system installed. You can use Debian, Ubuntu, or other derivatives.

Required Dependencies:

Before proceeding with the installation, install these packages:

sudo apt update && sudo apt install -y \
  sway* \
  wayland* \
  light \
  libnotify-bin \
  grim \
  slurp \
  wofi \
  pulseaudio-utils \
  pipewire \
  procps \
  lm-sensors \
  ifstat \
  wireless-tools \
  upower \
  net-tools

Additional Packages

For a more comprehensive setup, consider installing these additional packages:

sudo apt install -y \
  terminator \
  nemo \
  subl \
  code \
  thunderbird \
  polari \
  firefox \
  libreoffice \
  gimp \
  blender \
  eom \
  atril \
  spotify \
  vlc \
  zoom \
  ardour \
  virtualbox \
  network-manager-gnome

These packages will provide you with a more complete desktop environment, including a file manager, terminal emulator, and additional system utilities.

Installation

Clone this repository to your local machine:

git clone https://github.com/machaddr/Debian-Sway-Laptop-Configuration.git
cd Debian-Sway-Laptop-Configuration

Move the configuration files to their respective directories:

cp -r * /etc/sway/

Ensure Sway and all necessary components are set up properly, then log out and log back in to start using Sway.

Configuration Details

The configuration files include:

• Sway settings: Custom keybindings, layouts, and window management tweaks.
• Wofi: Application launcher for Wayland.

You can customize the key bindings, appearance, and behavior to suit your preferences.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you'd like to contribute to this project, please fork the repository and create a pull request with your changes.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.