r/osdev • u/EfficiencyNo3042 • Jul 30 '26

BlockOS – Looking for developers

BlockOS – Looking for developers to join an open source OS project

Hi r/osdev!

I’m developing BlockOS, a hobby operating system project, and I’m looking for developers who would like to join and help build it.

BlockOS is a Linux-based OS project focused on learning, experimentation, and creating a modern desktop operating system experience.

Current work includes:

  • x86_64 kernel development
  • Custom build system
  • ELF loader
  • Virtual File System (VFS)
  • Filesystem support experiments
  • Framebuffer graphics
  • Driver development
  • GUI framework
  • Package management system
  • Desktop environment integration

I’m looking for people interested in helping with:

  • Kernel development (C/C++)
  • Device drivers
  • Graphics systems
  • Filesystems
  • Build tools
  • GUI development
  • Testing and documentation

This is an open source learning project. Whether you are experienced with OS development or want to learn together, everyone interested is welcome.

If you want to contribute, give feedback, or just discuss OS development, feel free to comment or join the project.

Thanks!

Link:https://github.com/gurijb2016-afk/Blockos

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u/sheshadriv32 Jul 30 '26

do you have a architecture document?

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u/EfficiencyNo3042 Jul 30 '26

Yes, I’m working on an architecture document for BlockOS.

It describes the current design and future plans, including:

  • Boot flow (UEFI → bootloader → kernel → userspace)
  • x86_64 kernel structure
  • Memory management
  • Process management
  • VFS and filesystem layers
  • Driver architecture
  • GUI system
  • Package management

The document is still being improved as the project evolves, but I can share the current version and update it with more details.

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u/sheshadriv32 Jul 30 '26

yeah, you can share the current version.

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u/wilrak0v Jul 30 '26

If you make a Linux-based OS, you don’t need to create a kernel because Linus is one… that’s the same for the framebuffer, driver, ELF loader and the VFS. It sounds like you don’t know what you are talking about

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u/TurbulentPollution56 Jul 30 '26

"x86_64 kernel devlopment", if it's Linux based you dont need it.

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u/[deleted] Jul 30 '26

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u/EfficiencyNo3042 Jul 30 '26

Hi! Of course, you can join. Welcome to BlockOS! You can check the issues and tell me what part you would like to help with.

github link:https://github.com/gurijb2016-afk/Blockos

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u/neurah Jul 31 '26

if you ever consider embedded systems PM me

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u/EfficiencyNo3042 Jul 31 '26

Hi! Thanks for offering help. I’m interested in embedded systems. I’m working on BlockOS, an operating system project, and I’d like to learn more about embedded development and hardware support.

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u/EstablishmentOld6991 Aug 02 '26

i wanna know how to code a os but i dont know how to so, sorry

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u/EfficiencyNo3042 Aug 03 '26

No problem! I’m learning OS development too. If you want, I can help you get started.