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This is a version based on v2.3.7 supposed to eventually run natively on PC i386, Raspi Model 3b and Olimex ESP32-P4-PC, using existing bootloaders instead of Oberon0

154 starsModula-2

Oberon System 3 on Raspi Zero 2 (with ready SD card)

by Rochus·May 3, 2026·5 points·0 comments
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AI Analysis

●●SolidNiche GemCozy

Oberon System 3 on Raspi Zero 2 for the niche OS enthusiast crowd.

Strengths
  • •Ready-to-flash SD card images remove the typical porting friction for users.
  • •149 stars indicates genuine interest from the Oberon and retro-computing community.
  • •Demonstrates real engineering effort bringing a lesser-known OS to constrained hardware.
Weaknesses
  • •Oberon's audience is inherently narrow—mostly existing enthusiasts, not new adopters.
  • •More a port than a technical breakthrough; doesn't transcend its niche like gem-level craft.
Category
Open Source
Target Audience

Operating system enthusiasts and Raspberry Pi hobbyists

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Post Description

A match made in heaven ;-)

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