ABOUT SHELVEROS

Building a Library-First Operating System.

ShelverOS is a Linux project under Yuros, being developed to provide libraries with a focused workspace for automation and everyday services.

A Project by YurosCurrently in Development
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ShelverOS library-focused desktop workspace
PURPOSE

Why ShelverOS Exists

ShelverOS is being developed to reduce the complexity of preparing library computers by bringing the operating system, SLiMS, and essential work tools into one focused environment.

Operating System
Library Workspace
SLiMS
Library Services
CORE PRINCIPLES

Designed Around Library Work.

01

Library First

Designed around the daily workflows of librarians and library operators.

02

SLiMS-Centered Workspace

Bringing cataloging, membership, circulation, and search into a focused working environment.

03

Simpler Preparation

Reducing repeated configuration when preparing computers for library services.

04

Open and Collaborative

Developed with feedback from librarians, Linux users, testers, developers, and the wider community.

DEVELOPMENT

Our Development Journey

Repository evidence supports these development phases, but not exact milestone dates. Phase labels are used to keep the journey transparent.

FOUNDATION

Library-First Foundation

The project established its focus as a Linux workspace designed for library services.

  • Library-focused positioning
  • Linux workspace foundation
  • Open-source direction
PROTOTYPE

Workspace & Identity

Interface prototypes and ShelverOS branding shaped a focused desktop experience.

ShelverOS application menu prototype
  • ShelverOS visual identity
  • Workspace and application menu
  • Library tools within reach
INTEGRATION

SLiMS & Installer Development

Technical documentation records the installer flow and SLiMS stack integration.

  • shelver-install workflow
  • Apache, PHP, and MariaDB setup
  • SLiMS-centered automation environment
CURRENT STAGE

Testing, Documentation & Community

ShelverOS is currently being developed through testing, documentation improvement, and community feedback.

  • Hardware compatibility testing
  • Installation guidance
  • Shelver Community channel
SHELVEROS TODAY

Focused on the Work Ahead.

Current work centers on making the system easier to test, understand, and prepare for future library and institutional collaboration.

In DevelopmentInstaller development and testing
In DevelopmentSLiMS integration
TestingHardware compatibility
In DevelopmentDocumentation improvement
TestingCommunity feedback
PlannedLibrary and institutional collaboration
YUROS

A Project Under Yuros

ShelverOS is developed under Yuros as part of an effort to explore open-source technology for more focused, accessible, and sustainable library computing.

yurosfoundation@gmail.com
SHAPE WHAT COMES NEXT

Help Shape the Future of Library Computing.

Join the Shelver Community to follow development, share feedback, discuss library workflows, and contribute ideas.

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