Leo Gaggl

Reticulum was never meant to be a Python project. One implementation of a protocol spec is a single point of failure with good branding.

Four independent Rust stacks exist: Leviculum, Ratspeak, Beechat, FreeTAKTeam.

Why it matters: a native Rust core needs 2 to 5 MB RAM, not 35 to 60 MB for embedded CPython, and survives the Android culling that kills Python daemons.

The real risk isn't Rust. It's fragmentation with no shared conformance suite.

https://gaggl.com/blogs/2026-09-01-one-protocol-many-engines/

#Reticulum #Rust #LoRa #MeshNetworking #DecentralisedNetworks #OpenSource

Grinding down the mountains

A view of a river winding through rugged mountains under a clear blue sky, captured near Gemona del Friuli/Glemone, Italy. The scene feels like stepping into nature's own postcard.

#mountains #river #nature #italy #travel #CCBYNCSA4

Return to Origin

A serene view of a calm river flowing through Villach, Austria, with lush greenery and distant mountains under a clear blue sky. Perfect spot for a quiet walk or contemplation.

#river #landscape #austria #mountains #nature #CCBYNCSA4

The creepy playground

Playground at HIA airport. Three quirky monkey sculptures with big heads and long tails, sitting on a carpeted floor near large windows.

#sculpture #monkeys #art #airport #CCBYNCSA4

Modern granny flat

A sleek modern small house with wooden cladding, surrounded by trees and a small garden area near Sellicks Beach, South Australia.

#modern #house #wooden #garden #trees #CCBYNCSA4

The best place for coffee at HIA

A crisp morning coffee on a clean table with a view of the Hamad International through big windows.

#coffee #breakfast #airport #iata:dia #CCBYNCSA4

What if farming could restore ecosystems instead of exhausting them? 🌱

“Rewilding the Field” explores how regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, and open-source collaboration can help reshape our food systems for a healthier future.

https://growgood.org.au/en/blog/rewilding-the-field/

#RegenerativeAgriculture #OpenSource #FoodSystems #AgTech #Sustainability #Biodiversity #Permaculture #Rewilding

Renovator's Delight

A old stone building with red brick trim stands proudly on a sunny Adelaide street, juxtaposed against modern high-rises and a clear blue sky. The sign selling at preserving the city’s heritage.

#adelaide #heritage #architecture #streetview #CCBYNCSA4

Aussie #PSA - should be compulsory viewing:

Japanese Government makes more revenue taxing its imports of Australian gas than the Australian Government makes from the export of our gas.

Not only has Australia been literally giving more than half of the gas we export away for free, we now learn that the same Japanese Government that is opposed to us putting a tax on our gas and coal exports, has been raking in billions of dollars per year via their own tax on gas and coal imports.

This video is a clip from the Senate Select Committee on Taxation of Gas Resources, 21/04/2026

Speakers:
Dr Richard Denniss, co-CEO, the Australia Institute
Konrad Benjamin, Founder, Punter’s Politics

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDebVmoB2V4

#kleptocracy #economics #rentseeking #auspol

The screeching from the usual reactionaries and the boomer fear merchants has already started even though the budget has not even been announced:
https://www.skynews.com.au/australia-news/politics/budget-2026-labor-pitting-australians-against-australians-through-divisive-changes-to-negative-gearing-cgt-expert-warns/news-story/01c5f974228277801b8d46fcf06d4c42

Of course, the same crowd that also opposes any fair revenue from the gas industry ripping off the country.

Just remember, today is as good as any to start to finally start the #BoycottMurdoch you've been planning.

#rentseeking #kleptocracy #economics #auspol

Some musings around how to deal with the hype. Best to see for yourself and do it with others.

https://gaggl.com/blogs/2026-04-29-ai-open-source-digital-commons/

#digitalcommons #opensource #selfhosting #ai #sovereignByDesign

What if “positivity” isn’t just a mood, but a constraint on thought? Looking at how enforced optimism flattens disagreement, discourages scrutiny, and quietly narrows what can be said—or even considered. When critique itself starts to feel like a violation, it’s not kindness winning out—it’s inquiry being sidelined.

https://gaggl.com/blogs/2026-04-13-the-tyranny-of-positivity/

#CriticalThinking #ToxicPositivity #IntellectualHonesty #brosphere #Culture #Fediverse #LongReads

A very good read, especially for the techies.

Onya, Harry - may the force be with you!

https://nym.com/blog/anti-palantir-manifesto

#surveillance #SurveillancCapitalism #technoOptimism #ethics

Way to waste an opportunity!

https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/radionational-breakfast/resources-minister-on-proposed-gas-tax/106597522

That's what Anthony Albanese will be known for in the history books. One big wasted opportunity.

No guts - no glory!

#auspol #kleptocracy #FossilLobby #moneyinpolitics #fail #transparency

Really interesting piece from my friend and collaborator at #GrowGood using mycelium as a lens for thinking about regenerative economics, mutual coordination, and distributed systems beyond extractive platform models.

Worth a read:

https://growgood.org.au/en/blog/growgood-mycelium/

#RegenerativeEconomics #Commons #OpenSource #Mutualism #PlatformCoops #Coordination #ValueFlows

RE: https://aus.social/@mojo/116394083521284147

Nothing to add really. Other than "Wehret den Anfängen" from my native tongue...

RE: https://social.coop/@Matt_Noyes/116371911245848856

#coop FTW!

For those interested in remote control and using #LoRaWAN with some DIN-rail mountable #PLC options #arduino programmable - after cleanup of the office there's a few items that might be of useful: https://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?item=327080332862&rt=nc&_trksid=p4429486.m3561.l170197&_ssn=leogaggl

In 2011 I wrote "Facebook - good riddance!" and never looked back. This post is the opposite: no relief.

What kept me on Flickr was never the company. It was an open licence and a shared habit of attribution. That practice deserves a home no company controls.

So I'm building FediFlick (AGPL): one composer, five destinations, Flickr among them. A second home for that practice, not a replacement.

Not a good riddance post. A thank you.

https://gaggl.com/blogs/2026-09-09-not-a-good-riddance/

#Flickr #Fediverse #OpenEducation #CreativeCommons #DigitalSovereignty #OpenSource

Verona Arena Stage Construction Crane

A classic Roman amphitheater in Verona, Veneto, Italy. With a crane overhead to lift in the stage pieces for Opera Festival. The intricate details of the ancient structure are illuminated against the backdrop of clear blue skies.

#verona #arena #italy #architecture #construction #CCBYNCSA4