build – CATRINA.CODES

I haven’t touched Linux in many years and after seeing Microsoft’s Build this year, I thought it would be a fun project to get into. Some things might seem a given to those used to running Linux, but as I haven’t done this in many years, it’s always wise to document.

Before You Begin

You must be a Windows Insider (Running Windows 10, updated to version 2004, Build 19041 or higher)
You should Enable/Install WSL and then upgrade to WSL2 (on docs, I stopped at the Linux distro install. I will continue in this post as I had to do some catching up / learning)
Don’t forget to reboot and you’re good to go

Let’s Build

New Environment, New Approach

It’s Day 1, my first Microsoft Build, and I was not prepared for the sheer numbers nor format. I tediously worked out this schedule with sessions and back up sessions (in case, I don’t know… tripped on the way to the first one?). I lost my OCD mind when I realized these sessions were held open format in the MIDDLE OF THE EXPO!

I quickly realized the “sessions” were to show off their specialty. To draw you in by topic, touch on some “new” topics you hadn’t heard of, and get you to come talk to them. The presentation was not so much a sales pitch as it was a “let me help you develop on our platform.” Interesting…

Getting Linux Running on WSL2 (Windows)

Before You Begin

Let’s Build

New Environment, New Approach