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A JARVIS-inspired system monitor HUD for your Linux desktop.

This minimalist Conky-based HUD displays real-time system info like CPU, RAM, disk usage, uptime, and network speed — either subtly beneath your windows or boldly on top like a futuristic overlay. Lightweight, stylish, and fully open source.

Comes with:

  • 2 HUD styles (beneath or above windows)

  • Ready-to-use configuration files

  • Full PDF guide + installation instructions

Built for Linux users who want something functional and cool.

Full aricle on Open Source Photography : https://marcrphoto.wordpress.com/2025/06/20/build-your-own-jarvis-like-hud-on-li...

More information
Published 2 days ago
StatusReleased
CategoryOther
AuthorOpen Source Photography

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Jarvis-HUD.zip 5.4 kB

Install instructions

Supported platforms:

  • Linux desktops with X11 (KDE, XFCE, MATE, etc.)

  • Tested on Kubuntu, Ubuntu, Debian, Arch, Manjaro, Fedora

How to install:

  1. Install Conky with your package manager (e.g. sudo apt install conky-all)

  2. Copy one of the included .conkyrc files to your home folder

  3. Launch it with:
    conky -c ~/.conkyrc

  4. (Optional) Add it to your system's startup applications

Requirements:

  • X11 display server (Wayland not supported)

  • Compositor enabled (for transparency)

  • Basic terminal access

Disclaimer:
This setup is tested and works well on multiple Linux systems — but it's still Linux, and you're modifying system behavior.
If your screen flashes, your panel disappears, or your cat learns to code, that’s on you.
Always make backups, and proceed at your own risk.

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