What makes us different?

• Hands-on Exploration: Whether you’re a kernel-level coder or just OS-curious, the OS Village offers workshops, live demos, and challenges for all skill levels.
• Unrivaled Expertise: We’re bringing together the creators, maintainers, and hackers of some of the planet’s most fascinating operating systems. These are the people shaping the future of secure and innovative computing.
• New Perspectives: We showcase not just the “how” but the “why” of operating systems—revealing how different platforms empower hackers to push boundaries and solve problems uniquely.
• Community Connection: For hackers, by hackers. The OS Village is a rare opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for the systems that underpin everything we do.

How does it relate to hacking?

Operating systems are the ultimate playground for hackers. From finding vulnerabilities in kernel code to customizing a distro for pen testing, the OS Village embodies the hacker ethos: curiosity, exploration, and pushing the limits of what’s possible. Our village helps demystify the systems that power everything in our digital lives and opens doors to deeper technical understanding.

What can attendees do?

• Collaborate: Join discussions with OS developers and experts.
• Tinker: Work on live projects or challenges designed to teach you something new about how operating systems work.
• Learn: Attend talks and panels that cover topics from creating minimalist OS kernels to customizing secure environments for personal or enterprise use.
• Experiment: Engage in hands-on labs, like building a pen-testing OS or diving into sandboxed environments to explore malware safely.