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WhatsApp Desktop (Unofficial Linux Clients) via Flatpak:

  WhatsApp Desktop (Unofficial Linux Clients) via Flatpak: sudo apt install flatpak 🔹 1. Add Flathub Repository Run this command once: sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo 🔹 2. Update Flatpak flatpak update 🔹 3. Install WhatsApp Desktop flatpak install flathub io.github.mimbrero.WhatsAppDesktop -y 🔹 4. Run WhatsApp Desktop After installation, you can launch it with: flatpak run io.github.mimbrero.WhatsAppDesktop Or find it in your app menu after restarting your session (logout/login if needed).

Ubuntu 20.04 LTS: End of Standard Support for Devices

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PyCharm for Python development on Ubuntu

1. Install Python (if not already installed) Most Ubuntu versions come with Python pre-installed. To check: python3 --version If it's not installed: sudo apt update sudo apt install python3 python3-pip 2. Download PyCharm There are two versions: PyCharm Community (Free and Open Source) — Recommended for most students PyCharm Professional Install from JetBrains website Go to: https://www.jetbrains.com/pycharm/download/ Download the .tar.gz file for Linux. Extract the file: tar -xzf pycharm-community-*.tar.gz Navigate to the extracted folder and run: cd pycharm-community-*/bin ./pycharm.sh To create a desktop shortcut, PyCharm will offer the option on first launch. 3. Configure PyCharm on First Launch Accept terms and choose a UI theme. Create or open a Python project. Select Python interpreter. 4. Run Your First Python File Right-click on your .py file → Run Output will show at the ...

Apply Jameel Noori Nastaleeq (Urdu Font) on Facebook

Change Font Style Using Browser Extension 1. install Stylus extension: https://chrome.google.com/wInebstore/detail/stylus/clngdbkpkpeebahjckkjfobafhncgmne 2. Create a new style for facebook.com and paste this: css code @-moz-document domain("facebook.com") { * { font-family: 'Jameel Noori Nastaleeq', 'Noto Nastaliq Urdu', 'Arial', sans-serif !important; } } 3. Save and enable the style. Urdu should now appear in better font. (optional) also use Fluff Busting ( FB ) Purity extension if you want to get rid of distractions from facebook like reels, stories, short videos etc

Linux Changed How I Use My Computer (And It Can Change Yours Too)

  As a Computer Science student in Pakistan, I always thought Windows was the only option . It came pre-installed, supported Microsoft apps, and felt familiar. But when I started programming seriously, I ran into problems. crashes, slow updates, and lack of control. That’s when I discovered Linux  specifically Ubuntu . It was a game-changer. What Is Linux? Linux is a free, open-source operating system kernel used in distributions like Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, and Arch. Unlike Windows or macOS, Linux gives you full control over your system. You can customize, automate, and optimize everything and best of all, it’s free . Why I Use Linux (And Why You Should Too) 1. It’s Perfect for Programmers Whether you're coding in C++ , Python , or Java , Linux supports all major compilers and libraries out of the box. I installed g++ , set up Python environments, and even compiled my own code faster than on Windows. sudo apt install g++ The ...

Download individual YouTube video/audio or entire playlists via the Ubuntu terminal

1. First of all Install yt-dlp in ubuntu terminal bash sudo apt update sudo apt install yt-dlp If it's not found or outdated, use Python: pip install -U yt-dlp 2. Install FFmpeg (for MP3 conversion) sudo apt install ffmpeg 3. Download audio of a single video link: yt-dlp -x --audio-format mp3 "Add video link" yt-dlp -x --audio-format mp3 "Add video link" for example yt-dlp -x --audio-format mp3 " https://youtu.be/GVbg-sblIg4?si=tccCB6nw-PiQwCbB " 4. Download audio of playlist link: yt-dlp -x --audio-format mp3 "Add playlist link" yt-dlp -x --audio-format mp3 "Add playlist link" 5. Download videos of playlist link: yt-dlp -o "%(playlist)s/%(playlist_index)s - %(title)s.%(ext)s" "Add playlist link" yt-dlp -o "%(playlist)s/%(playlist_index)s - %(title)s.%(ext)s" "Add playlist link" 6. Download single video link: yt-dlp "link" yt-dl...