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LinuxDroid

Transform your Android device into a Linux powerhouse

LinuxDroid

โญ 494 StarsShellView on GitHub โ†’

Transform your Android device into a full-fledged Linux environment. Run Linux distributions, use command-line tools, and turn your phone into a portable development machine.

Perfect For

Beginners learning shell scripting, Linux enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to run Linux on Android!

๐Ÿ“– About

LinuxDroid allows you to install and run various Linux distributions on your Android device without rooting. It's perfect for:

  • Learning Linux - Practice commands in a real Linux environment
  • Development - Code on the go with a full development environment
  • System Administration - Learn server management and DevOps
  • Cybersecurity - Practice security tools and techniques
  • Portability - Carry a full Linux system in your pocket

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Tech Stack

  • Primary Language: Shell (Bash)
  • Supported Distributions: Ubuntu, Debian, Kali, Arch, Fedora
  • Requirements: Android 7.0+, 2GB+ RAM
  • Installation Method: Termux + proot
  • No Root Required: Works on unrooted devices

๐ŸŽฏ Available Issues (6)

๐ŸŸข Beginner Issues

1. Create Comprehensive Installation Documentation

Difficulty: Beginner | Time: 2-3 hours | Skills: Technical Writing, Markdown

Write step-by-step installation instructions for all supported Linux distributions.

What You'll Do:

  • Document installation process for each distro
  • Add troubleshooting section
  • Include screenshots
  • Test instructions on different devices

What You'll Learn:

  • Technical writing
  • Documentation best practices
  • Linux installation process
  • Markdown formatting

View Issue on GitHub โ†’


2. Create Multi-Language README

Difficulty: Beginner | Time: 3-4 hours | Skills: Translation, Markdown

Translate the README into multiple languages to make the project accessible worldwide.

What You'll Do:

  • Translate README to Spanish, French, German, Hindi, Chinese
  • Maintain formatting and links
  • Create language switcher
  • Update documentation structure

What You'll Learn:

  • Internationalization (i18n)
  • Documentation organization
  • Cultural considerations in tech writing

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๐ŸŸก Intermediate Issues

3. Implement Testing Framework

Difficulty: Intermediate | Time: 4-6 hours | Skills: Shell Scripting, Testing

Create automated tests to ensure installation scripts work correctly.

What You'll Do:

  • Write test scripts for installation process
  • Test on multiple Android versions
  • Create CI/CD pipeline
  • Document testing procedures

What You'll Learn:

  • Shell script testing
  • CI/CD with GitHub Actions
  • Test automation
  • Quality assurance

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4. Design Landing Page

Difficulty: Intermediate | Time: 5-7 hours | Skills: HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Create an attractive landing page to showcase the project.

What You'll Do:

  • Design modern, responsive landing page
  • Add installation demo/video
  • Include feature highlights
  • Optimize for mobile

What You'll Learn:

  • Web design
  • Responsive layouts
  • User experience (UX)
  • HTML/CSS/JavaScript

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5. Improve Error Handling

Difficulty: Intermediate | Time: 4-5 hours | Skills: Shell Scripting, Debugging

Add better error messages and recovery mechanisms to installation scripts.

What You'll Do:

  • Add error checking to all scripts
  • Create helpful error messages
  • Implement recovery mechanisms
  • Add logging system

What You'll Learn:

  • Error handling best practices
  • Shell script debugging
  • User experience design
  • Logging and monitoring

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๐Ÿ”ด Advanced Issues

6. Create Troubleshooting Guide

Difficulty: Advanced | Time: 6-8 hours | Skills: Linux, Debugging, Technical Writing

Comprehensive guide for solving common and uncommon issues.

What You'll Do:

  • Document all known issues and solutions
  • Create diagnostic scripts
  • Add FAQ section
  • Include advanced troubleshooting techniques

What You'll Learn:

  • Linux system administration
  • Problem-solving methodologies
  • Advanced shell scripting
  • Technical documentation

View Issue on GitHub โ†’


๐Ÿš€ Getting Started

Prerequisites

  1. Android Device

    • Android 7.0 or higher
    • 2GB+ RAM (4GB+ recommended)
    • 5GB+ free storage
  2. Install Termux

    # Download from F-Droid (recommended)
    # Or GitHub releases
  3. Update Packages

    pkg update && pkg upgrade

Quick Installation

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/AryanVBW/LinuxDroid.git
cd LinuxDroid

# Run installation script
bash install.sh

# Choose your distribution
# 1. Ubuntu
# 2. Debian
# 3. Kali Linux
# 4. Arch Linux
# 5. Fedora

First Steps After Installation

# Start Linux environment
./start-linux.sh

# Update system
apt update && apt upgrade  # For Debian-based
pacman -Syu               # For Arch

# Install essential tools
apt install git vim nano python3 nodejs

# Start coding!

๐Ÿ“š Documentation

๐Ÿค Contributing

We welcome contributions! Here's how to get started:

  1. Read the Contributing Guide
  2. Browse Available Issues
  3. Join our Community Discussions
  4. Follow our Code of Conduct

Contribution Areas

  • ๐Ÿ“ Documentation - Improve guides and tutorials
  • ๐Ÿ› Bug Fixes - Fix installation issues
  • โœจ Features - Add new distributions or tools
  • ๐Ÿงช Testing - Test on different devices
  • ๐ŸŒ Translation - Translate to other languages
  • ๐ŸŽจ Design - Improve UI/UX

๐Ÿ’ก Use Cases

For Students

  • Learn Linux commands
  • Practice system administration
  • Develop coding skills
  • Prepare for certifications

For Developers

  • Portable development environment
  • Test code on the go
  • Run build tools
  • Access Git and version control

For Security Professionals

  • Practice penetration testing
  • Learn security tools
  • Ethical hacking practice
  • Network analysis

For Hobbyists

  • Experiment with Linux
  • Run servers
  • Automate tasks
  • Learn new technologies

๐ŸŒŸ Features

  • โœ… No Root Required - Works on unrooted devices
  • โœ… Multiple Distributions - Ubuntu, Debian, Kali, Arch, Fedora
  • โœ… Full Linux Environment - Complete command-line access
  • โœ… Package Management - apt, pacman, dnf support
  • โœ… GUI Support - Run graphical applications (with VNC)
  • โœ… Easy Installation - Simple setup scripts
  • โœ… Active Development - Regular updates and improvements
  • โœ… Community Support - Helpful community and documentation

๐Ÿ“Š Project Stats

  • Stars: 494 โญ
  • Forks: 100+
  • Contributors: 20+
  • Open Issues: 6
  • License: MIT
  • Last Updated: Active

๐ŸŽ“ Learning Resources

Tutorials

Videos

Books

  • "The Linux Command Line" by William Shotts
  • "Learning the bash Shell" by Cameron Newham
  • "Unix and Linux System Administration Handbook"

๐Ÿ† Recognition

  • Featured on XDA Developers
  • Mentioned in Android Authority
  • Popular on r/Android and r/linux
  • 494+ GitHub stars

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Choose an issue above and start your open source journey with LinuxDroid!

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