Redesigning the Calamares of Carli

OLD LOOK

NEW LOOK

The video discusses the user’s work on customizing the Carli project and the Calamares installer with a new theme and color scheme. Here’s a summary of the key points:

  1. Interface Changes: The user moved the application menu from the top to the left side to improve usability. They experimented with different positioning but ultimately decided on the left side. The overall look of the system was adjusted through color changes, emphasizing the personal nature of selecting a color scheme.
  2. Color Customization: The user used the Arc theme, experimenting with various color options to create a more cohesive and visually pleasing design. They discussed the challenge of combining colors effectively and the flexibility in design.
  3. Code and Configuration: The user made changes to the configuration files by cloning the Carli repository and using Git and a tool like GHead. They mentioned troubleshooting issues with centering text and resolving conflicts between QML and CSS for styling.
  4. Use of AI Assistance: The user leveraged ChatGPT as a helper for troubleshooting and solving design-related issues, such as centering text and adjusting color schemes. They shared how ChatGPT assisted in providing solutions to some tricky coding problems.
  5. Building Process: The user worked on Calamares in a VirtualBox environment, experimenting with code changes and configurations without needing to build the ISO. They added the Car repo to the live environment, iterating through nine design versions.
  6. Final Thoughts: The user reflected on the iterative nature of the work, emphasizing that design changes are ongoing and may be refined over time. They encouraged others to experiment with the configuration and use tools like ChatGPT to speed up the development process.