One month on Linux after 30 years on Windows (as a software developer)

· Blog posts on .NET Software Development, C#, and D · July 19, 2026, 11:48 a.m.
Summary
The author shares personal experiences of transitioning from Windows to Linux after 30 years as a software developer. Frustrated with Windows' performance issues, he discusses the challenges of leaving his comfort zone and how AI coding agents influenced his decision. This post reflects on the journey and lessons learned in the first month of using Linux.
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