This is to document what I must have done after Installing Ubuntu on new PC or laptop. I am an Ubuntu loyal user since 2009 and never changed to other OS. To be expert, you need to focus on one thing. This also applies when choosing operating system for your computer.
Recently, I received a PC with RTX5090 for work. I asked student to install Ubuntu 24.04. After it was installed, I need to make it to suit my workflow. Here is what I have done after installing Ubuntu 24.05.
TODO (as per December 2025), i.e., to Install;
- VScode
- VSCode extensions: Python, Pylance, Copilot, Ampcode, etc.
- gh (Github CLI): sudo snap install gh
- Swith default git editor to VIM
- Simplenote
- Mendeley (install via flatpak)
- Diodon (for clipboard management)
- Gnome-sushi (for [audio] preview)
Optionals:
- Multipass
- Mozc (to enable Japanese characters)
Previously when I installed Ubuntu on a new device, I make a lot of modifications: themes, icon, etc. (more complete list: https://bagustris.blogspot.com/p/download.html) . Now, default should be the best. If nothing work, then modification is needed. If there is no problem, no need to change default. Minimal installation, maximum speed.
