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Maintainer-friendly XScreenSaver fork

A community-maintained fork of XScreenSaver with modern CI/CD and contribution guidelines. Targets Linux users and nostalgic Unix enthusiasts.

Why now

Original project lacks GitHub presence, creating friction for new contributors despite ongoing demand for screen savers in developer setups.

Who for
Linux desktop users
Business model
Corporate sponsorships
Effort
A few weeks

Linux users still want lightweight screen savers, but the official XScreenSaver lacks modern collaboration infrastructure.

Build a well-maintained fork with GitHub Actions for builds, issue templates, and clear contribution docs.

Monetize through corporate sponsorships from companies selling developer-focused hardware that bundles screen savers.

Start by mirroring the current code with basic CI, then add popular feature requests like Wayland support.

Risk: Niche audience may not justify ongoing maintenance effort.

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