Building from Source

Overview

Soplos Linux is built using a set of custom tools developed specifically for the distribution. This page provides an overview of the build infrastructure.

Note: These tools are maintained by the Core Team and are primarily for internal use. Official ISOs are built in a controlled environment.

Soplos Tools

The Soplos build infrastructure consists of several specialized tools:

Soplos Kernel Installer

Handles compilation and packaging of the Soplos-optimized Linux kernel. It is the only build tool publicly available — users on Soplos Linux can install it to compile custom kernels.

Soplos Repo Manager

Manages the official Soplos Linux package repositories: signing, metadata updates and mirror synchronization. Internal use only.

Soplos Packager

Simplifies the creation of .deb packages with proper metadata, dependencies and AppStream metainfo. Internal use only.

Soplos ISO Builder

Creates bootable ISO images for all Soplos editions (Boro, Tyron, Tyson). Handles package selection, live environment setup and Calamares integration. Internal use only.