PyOS - The Open-Source Python Operating System for PC

An ambitious long-term project for the first fully functional OS written in Python - Launching in 2027!

Currently in active development. Building the future of computing, one line of Python at a time. Full release in 2027!

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• About PyOS
• Key Highlights
• Features
• Prerequisites
• Getting Started
• Development Timeline to 2027
• Contributing
• Resources
• Community
• License

PyOS is an ambitious long-term project to build a complete, bootable operating system using Python and its ecosystem. This is not a quick hack or prototype – we're building a full-fledged operating system from the ground up, with the first stable release planned for 2027.

Imagine an operating system where the kernel is written in Python, where you can install packages with pip, and where the entire system is as hackable as your favorite script. PyOS aims to bridge the gap between high-level programming and low-level systems, making OS development accessible to everyone!

To democratize operating system development by leveraging Python's simplicity and power, creating a platform that's both powerful and approachable for developers, students, and enthusiasts worldwide.

• Python-Powered: Entirely written in Python 3.x
• Modular Design: Easy to extend and customize
• Community-Driven: Open-source and collaborative
• High Performance: Optimized for modern hardware
• Secure by Design: Built with security best practices

• Bootable Kernel: A Python-based kernel that can boot independently
• Package Manager: Install and manage software with Python packages
• File System Support: Compatible with existing file systems
• Networking Stack: Full TCP/IP implementation
• Device Drivers: Support for common hardware peripherals
• Shell Environment: Command-line interface with Python scripting
• Application Framework: Build and run Python applications natively

• Python 3.8+
• Interest in OS development
• Basic understanding of low-level programming (helpful but not required)
• A development environment (Linux/Mac/Windows)

We're in the early development phase, so the codebase is evolving rapidly. For now, you can:

1. Follow our progress on GitHub and social media
2. Join discussions to share ideas and feedback
3. Contribute once we have initial code repositories set up

Full development environment and setup instructions will be available as we progress. Stay tuned for updates in 2025!

• Documentation (coming soon)
• Wiki (coming soon)
• Issue Tracker (coming soon)

• Follow us on Bluesky
• Join our Telegram Channel

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

By 2027, PyOS will be:

• A fully bootable, Python-powered operating system
• A platform for millions of Python applications
• An educational tool for learning OS development
• A community-driven project that revolutionizes computing