Seth Kenlon

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New Zealand (South Island)

Seth Kenlon is a UNIX geek, free culture advocate, independent multimedia artist, and D&D nerd. He has worked in the film and computing industry, often at the same time. He is one of the maintainers of the Slackware-based multimedia production project Slackermedia.

Open Source Super Star Moderator's Choice Award 2011 100+ Contributions Club Best Interview Award 2017 Author Columnist Contributor Club

Authored Content

A guide to Java for loops

This article covers how to use the Java for loop and the Java Stream method.

Terminal command prompt on orange background

5 ways to use the Linux terminal to manage your files

Try one of these common file management tasks on Linux using just the shell.

A 4-minute guide to Java loops

Whether you use a while loop, a do while loop, or an infinite loop, understanding how loops work is vital to Java programming.

What is your favorite open source Java IDE?

How to use methods in Java

Learn the definition of a method in Java, how to use methods, and when to use methods in this handy tutorial.

How to use your Linux terminal as a file manager

Here are five common file management tasks you can do with nothing but the shell.

Experience the power of the Linux Krusader file manager

Whether you use Krusader as a humble file manager or the all-encompassing interface to your Linux system, it's a satisfyingly powerful application, and you owe it to yourself…

Contributed Content

Our favorite markup languages for documentation

Documentation is critical to open source software projects. We asked our contributors what their favorite markup language is for documentation.

Learn JavaScript in 2023

Download our new JavaScript programming guide in honor of the popular programming language's 27th anniversary.

9 holiday gift ideas for open source enthusiasts in 2022

Our community contributors share their gift ideas for fellow fans of open source.

4 ways to use the Linux tar command

How do you use the tar command? That's what I recently asked our community of writers. Here are some of their answers.

Ceramic mug of tea or coffee with flowers and a book in front of a window

7 summer book recommendations from open source enthusiasts

Members of the Opensource.com community recommend this mix of books covering everything from a fun cozy mystery to non-fiction works that explore thought-provoking topics.