### Conifer FLOSSTech and LUG **Where the foothills meet the future of Open Source.** Welcome to the **Conifer Free/Libre and Open Source Software & Technology (FLOSSTech) and Linux Users Group (LUG)**. We are a community-driven organization based in beautiful Conifer, Colorado, dedicated to the exploration, celebration, and practical application of open technology. #### 🐧 Who We Are Whether you’re a lifelong Linux sysadmin, a hobbyist tinkerer, or someone who just installed their first distro, there is a seat for you at our table. We believe that technology should be accessible, transparent, and collaborative. #### 🛠️ What We Explore While our roots are in **Linux**, our branches reach into every corner of the open-source ecosystem: * **Operating Systems:** From Debian and Arch to Fedora and beyond. * **Open Hardware:** Hands-on projects with **Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and ESP32**. * **Self-Hosting & Networking:** Building Home Labs, setting up **Docker farms**, and managing private clouds. * **FOSS Creative Tools:** Digital art with GIMP, 3D modeling in Blender, and video/audio editing. * **Privacy & Security:** Taking control of your data and securing your home network. #### 📍 Meetings We meet monthly at the **new Conifer Library**. Our sessions are a mix of: * **Presentations:** Deep dives into specific technologies or tools. * **Show & Tell:** Bring your latest build, your weirdest bug, or your coolest script. * **Collaborative Help:** Need help with an install or a stubborn piece of hardware? The group is here to help. #### 🤝 All Skill Levels Welcome You don't need a computer science degree to join us. We are as much about **learning together** as we are about sharing expertise. If you're interested in taking back control of your tech, come say hello! #### 💜 All People Are Welcome We welcome everyone. Diversity of thought and background makes our community stronger. --- **"Freedom to use, freedom to share, freedom to build."**