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🧰 Setbian — Debian Post-Installation Automation Tool

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Setbian is a lightweight, GUI-based post-installation setup tool that helps Debian users transform a fresh installation into a fully functional workstation with minimal effort. Built using Python + Tkinter, Setbian provides a simple checkbox-based interface to batch-install essential applications, developer tools, and utilities — without requiring complex terminal commands or manual repository configuration.

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🌍 About Setbian

Setbian bridges the gap between Debian’s stability-first philosophy and real-world usability needs — especially for users migrating from Windows or Ubuntu who still want the purity, control, and openness of Debian.


🚀 Publish Your App to the Portal

Developers can submit their Linux applications to the Setbian ecosystem.


🧩 Purpose & Vision

Debian prioritizes freedom, security, and minimalism — but a fresh installation often lacks codecs, drivers, and essential tools needed for everyday use.

Setbian exists to:

  • ✨ Reduce post-installation friction

  • 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Provide a human-centered onboarding experience

  • 🛡️ Preserve Debian’s stability and openness

  • ⚡ Enable fast, repeatable workstation provisioning

  • Read more: Vision & Roadmap


⚙️ Technical Architecture

  • Language & Framework: Python + Tkinter (lightweight, dependency-minimal)

  • Execution Model: GUI orchestrating apt / dpkg via subprocess

  • Package Format: Native .deb package

  • Privilege Handling: Runs as normal user; escalates only when required

  • Repository Automation: Configures trusted third-party repos when needed

  • Design: Checkbox-based batch installer with live progress feedback

  • Full Docs: Technical Documentation


📦 Essentials Catalog (Curated Starter Toolkit)

Setbian focuses on practical, high-value essentials such as:

  • Browsers: Chromium

  • Media: VLC Media Player

  • Developer Tools: VS Code, Git, Curl

  • System Utilities: GParted, Neofetch

  • Communication: Telegram

  • Explore: App Catalog


🔐 Security & System Integration

  • 🔒 Least-privilege execution

  • 🧩 Leverages native Debian tools (apt, dpkg)

  • 🪶 Transparent install feedback

  • 💻 Works reliably on minimal environments

  • Security Updates: Releases & Updates


🌐 Setbian App Portal — Community Ecosystem

The Setbian App Portal is a community-driven platform where:

  • 🧑‍💻 Developers publish apps via Pull Requests

  • 📦 Apps are .deb-packaged with clear licensing (MIT/GPL/Apache)

  • 🤝 Collaboration and open contribution are core values

  • Visit: App Portal


📰 Updates, Releases & Announcements


🧠 Philosophy

“Setbian is not just about installing applications — it is about making Linux more approachable, collaborative, and meaningful.”

The project values clarity, transparency, respect for developers, and community-centric growth.


🎥 Setbian Demo Video - See It in Action!

🚀 Experience the power of Setbian in under 2 minutes!Simplify your Debian system configuration with just a few clicks — no terminal hassle.Watch the full walkthrough and installation guide below:

Watch Setbian Demo


👤 Author

Bhuvanesh M
Developer • Linux Ecosystem Builder • Open-Source Contributor

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