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Dev tools · September 7, 2015

Beginning, a work-in-progress init system

an init system that isn't smarter than you. Contribute to somasis/beginning development by creating an account on GitHub.

Beginning, a work-in-progress init system launched on September 7, 2015 with 22 votes, #1,429 of 3,463 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 11 years on.

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Beginning is an init system in development that prioritizes simplicity over complexity. It is designed for developers and system administrators who prefer straightforward tools they can understand and control. The project emphasizes avoiding unnecessary automation or hidden logic, allowing users to manage system initialization directly. It is hosted on GitHub and welcomes community contributions.

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