FreeBSD Graphics Stack Developer Role Now Open!

Are you an experienced systems developer with a passion for open source and improving the out-of‐the‐box experience on FreeBSD?

The FreeBSD Foundation is seeking a Graphics Stack Developer to join our Laptop Support & Usability Project. This is a fully remote, 12-month contract role open to candidates worldwide.

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://freebsdfoundation.org/open-positions/freebsd-graphics-stack-developer-position/

#FreeBSD #OpenSource #JobOpportunity #GraphicsDevelopment #hiring

Everyone’s path to FreeBSD is a little different.

Maybe it started with curiosity, a challenge, or the search for something stable and open.

💬 We’d love to hear your story, what brought you to FreeBSD, and what keeps you here?

Your experiences help inspire others and highlight the many ways FreeBSD continues to grow through its community.

#FreeBSD #OpenSource #Community #TechStories #FreeBSDFoundation

🎥 Introducing the FreeBSD Meetings YouTube Channel!

We’ve launched a new dedicated space for meeting-style content.

Our main YouTube channel will continue to host technical videos, while the new channel will feature community calls, working group updates, and more.

👉 Subscribe here to stay connected: @freebsdmeetings https://www.youtube.com/@freebsdmeetings

#FreeBSD #OpenSource #Community #YouTube #TechTalks

For those wanting a deeper dive into the inner workings of our funded projects, take a look at the FreeBSD Foundation All-Projects Notes repo.

You’ll find regular updates, progress reports, and documentation from teams driving Foundation funded FreeBSD development.

🔗 Explore the repository: https://github.com/FreeBSDFoundation/all-projects

#FreeBSD #OpenSource #Community #TechUpdates

In this FreeBSD Journal article, Vanja Cvelbar combines FreeBSD, Home Assistant, and rtl_433 to build a smart home weather & sensor integration system.

It’s a great example of how FreeBSD supports real-world embedded and automation use cases.

🔗 Read more: https://freebsdfoundation.org/our-work/journal/browser-based-edition/embedded-2/freebsd-home-assistant-and-rtl_433/

#FreeBSD #FreeBSDJournal #EmbeddedSystems #HomeAutomation #OpenSource #Community

Registration is now open for the November 2025 FreeBSD Vendor Summit!

On November 6–7, join FreeBSD developers and industry partners at NetApp’s headquarters for two days of direct collaboration, technical discussion, and strategic planning.

Don’t miss your chance to participate: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/november-2025-freebsd-vendor-summit-registration-1763651331609

#FreeBSD #VendorSummit #OpenSource #Collaboration #Community

🎓 2025 Google Summer of Code participant Aaron Espinoza ran a project to test FreeBSD device drivers written in Rust. Here’s a short introduction to that piece of work.

Watch Aaron’s GSoC talk: https://youtu.be/y82-t1tDLWg?si=9n6X3uDZB_Hk3mDr
💻 Explore the code: https://github.com/Acesp25/rustkld

We’re grateful to Aaron, his mentors, and the FreeBSD/GSoC community for advancing this work.

👉 What are your thoughts on using Rust for FreeBSD driver development?

#FreeBSD #GSoC2025 #RustLang #OpenSource #KernelDevelopment

We’re excited to announce that NetActuate has generously sponsored a bare-metal server to serve as a Cirrus CI runner for the FreeBSD Project. This new resource will boost build capacity, improve test coverage, and speed up feedback for contributors’ GitHub workflows and pull requests.

This is another example of how collaboration drives real progress for FreeBSD and the broader open-source community.

🔗 Read more: https://freebsdfoundation.org/blog/netactuate-sponsors-bare-metal-server-to-strengthen-freebsd-projects-ci-infrastructure/

#FreeBSD #OpenSource #CI #Infrastructure

🎉 Congratulations to Kayla Powell on completing their Google Summer of Code 2025 project with FreeBSD!

Programs like Google Summer of Code give students the opportunity to make meaningful, long-term contributions to FreeBSD while working closely with experienced mentors.

Learn more about FreeBSD’s involvement in GSoC: https://www.freebsd.org/projects/summerofcode/

What advice would you share with students or first-time contributors just starting their open-source journey?

#FreeBSD #GSoC2025 #OpenSource

We’re excited to highlight that the FreeBSD Vendor Summit returns this November 6–7 at NetApp’s headquarters!

This unique event brings FreeBSD developers, contributors, and industry leaders together to collaborate directly on the features, solutions, and strategies that shape the future of FreeBSD.

If your company depends on FreeBSD, or is exploring how it can, this is your opportunity to connect, contribute, and be part of the conversation.

Learn more and register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/november-2025-freebsd-vendor-summit-registration-1763651331609

Interview with Igor Ostapenko: Starting FreeBSD Development

In this FreeBSD Journal article, Igor Ostapenko shares how he first got involved with FreeBSD, his path into operating system work, and his advice for new contributors. His story highlights both the challenges and opportunities of working in the FreeBSD community.

🔗 Read the full interview: https://freebsdfoundation.org/our-work/journal/browser-based-edition/embedded-2/interview-with-igor-ostapenko/

#FreeBSD #FreeBSDJournal #OpenSource #KernelDevelopment #Community #EmbeddedBSD

The Q3 2025 Issue of the FreeBSD Journal is here!

This edition focuses on Embedded FreeBSD and features articles covering:

- Starting Firewall Development: Interview with Igor Ostapenko
- FreeBSD, Home Assistant, ant rtl_433
- Writing Effective Bug Reports
- Implementing a Quantum-Safe Website on FreeBSD

And much more!

Read it here https://freebsdfoundation.org/our-work/journal/browser-based-edition/embedded-2/

#FreeBSD #FreeBSDJournal

@mwest Fixed!

@vermaden Fixed!

Cloud Native Containers on FreeBSD

The FreeBSD Cloud Native Containers Technologies Working Group meets biweekly on Mondays at 15:30 UTC. Next meeting: October 6

This is a great opportunity to get involved, collaborate, and help shape the future of Cloud Native Containers on FreeBSD.

📌 Learn more and join here: https://wiki.freebsd.org/Containers#Working_Groups

#FreeBSD #Containers #OpenSource #Community #CloudNative

The FreeBSD Developer Summit is happening today and tomorrow in Zagreb, Croatia—colocated with EuroBSDCon 2025.

This two-day event brings together FreeBSD committers and community contributors to collaborate, plan, and shape the future of the Project.

Day 1 is nearly wrapped up, but you can still catch today’s sessions on the livestream and join us tomorrow for more discussions.

👉 Tune in here: https://www.youtube.com/live/c2E4H1HphIU?feature=shared
#FreeBSD #EuroBSDCon2025

🗳️ 2025 FreeBSD Community Survey – Insights Are In

Thank you to everyone who took the time to share feedback in this year’s survey. Your input helps shape where FreeBSD is heading and how we prioritize our work.

📖 Read the full report here: https://freebsdfoundation.org/insights-from-the-2025-freebsd-community-survey/

#FreeBSD #CommunitySurvey #OpenSource #ContributorExperience #FreeBSDFoundation

What advice would you give to someone starting out with FreeBSD?

-Must-have software or tools
-Tips for customizing the environment
-Best practices for security and stability

Whether you’re a developer, or a long-time user, your insights can help new users feel more confident and supported. Share your tips below and help welcome the next wave of FreeBSD contributors.

Learn more:
FreeBSD Handbook: https://docs.freebsd.org/en/books/handbook/
Join the FreeBSD Discord: https://discord.gg/freebsd

#FreeBSD #OpenSource

📬 The August 2025 FreeBSD Foundation Newsletter is here!

This month’s issue features FreeBSD Jails are Simple and Easy and highlights new products now available in the FreeBSD Shopify store.

We’re also gearing up for the FreeBSD Developer Summit at EuroBSDCon 2025 in Zagreb, Croatia (Sept. 24–25), followed by EuroBSDCon (Sept. 25–28).

Read the full newsletter: https://freebsdfoundation.org/news-and-events/newsletter/august-2025-newsletter/
#FreeBSD #Newsletter #Community #EuroBSDCon2025

Now available on YouTube:

At the June 2025 FreeBSD Developer Summit, Ariel Ehrenberg (NVIDIA) presented on adding IPsec offload support in the MLX5 driver for FreeBSD.

The work improves security, reduces CPU load, and speeds up packet handling through full offload integration.

Watch the full talk here: IPsec Offload in FreeBSD MLX5 Driver
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opahWemyVoY

#FreeBSD #Networking #DeveloperSummit2025