Project Start
Initial development began on HORUS OS as an independent Linux distribution project.
Roadmap / Verification
The work, in sequence.
Engineering milestones and project history for HORUS OS. Status reflects actual completion, not projected timelines.
ARCHIVE / 00
History is part of the system.
Development has moved through pauses, restarts, and a change of foundation. This record keeps the current work legible.
First Pause
Development paused after approximately two months of initial work.
Development Restart
Project resumed with refined direction and updated architectural approach.
Second Pause
Development paused again as project direction was re-evaluated.
Brief Restart
Short development period with focus on core infrastructure.
Project Shelved
Development temporarily shelved during May 2026.
Arch-Based Direction
Project transitioned to Arch Linux foundation during 2026. Current engineering milestones reflect this direction.
CURRENT / 01—06
Current engineering milestones.
Six milestones tracking core infrastructure development. Progress is based on verified completion, not target dates.
Arch ISO Build Pipeline & Boot-Path Validation
Establish repeatable ISO generation, validate boot sequence, and verify live-session initialization.
Graphical Live-Session Integration & Desktop Runtime Validation
Integrate desktop environment into live session, validate graphical boot, and confirm runtime behavior.
Installation Workflow Engineering & System Provisioning
Develop installation workflow, implement system provisioning logic, and validate installed-system boot.
Limine Bootloader Integration & Boot-Entry Orchestration
Integrate Limine bootloader, configure boot entries, and validate boot-time behavior.
Visual Identity Integration & Distribution-Level Desktop Refinement
Apply visual identity system-wide, refine desktop integration, and validate brand consistency.
Release Qualification, Compatibility Assessment & Quality Assurance
Perform release qualification testing, assess hardware compatibility, and validate distribution readiness.
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2 of 6 milestones are complete. Dates are not assigned to planned work.