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Build AutomationWhat is Flatpak?
It is a next-generation technology for building and distributing desktop applications on Linux
Flatpak is a tool in the Build Automation category of a tech stack.
Key Features
Build for every distro - Create one app and distribute it to the entire Linux desktop market.Stable platforms - Runtimes provide platforms of common libraries that you can depend on.Consistent environments - Develop and test your application in an environment that’s identical to the one users have.Full control over dependencies - Flatpak makes it easy to bundle your own libraries as part of your app.Easy build tools - Flatpak’s build tools are simple and easy to use, and come with a full set of documentation.Future-proof builds - Flatpak apps continue to be compatible with new versions of Linux distributions.Distribution made easy - Make your app available to a rapidly growing audience of Flatpak users, with Flathub.An independent project - Flatpak is developed by an independent community, with no lock-in to a single vendor.
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