ROADMAP // BUILD_DIRECTION // LAYER_V3

KeskOS Roadmap

A phased operations board for turning KeskOS into a clearer, more complete Arch-based KDE Plasma live system: sharper installer choices, stronger desktop identity, better docs, real screenshots, and release pages that match the ISO.

CURRENT: LAYER_V3 FOCUS: LIVE_ISO STACK: KDE_PLASMA STYLE: AMBER_CONSOLE
ACTIVENow
ACTIVE_PHASE

Layer v3 Polish

Layer v3 is the current public release track. Active work is focused on making the public site, docs, downloads, screenshots, and release notes match the actual operating system instead of mockups or unsupported claims.

  • downloads wired to current ISO and checksum
  • screenshots sourced from real desktop and installer
  • docs aligned to live ISO and Calamares flow
  • unsupported claims removed from public pages
WEBSITE // DOCS // DOWNLOADS
STATUS

Public Surface

The public site now carries the same black/orange terminal identity as the OS, including real screenshots, unified nav, shared footer links, and a working Layer v3 download path.

PUBLIC_SITE: NOMINAL
NEXTShort Term
NEXT_01

Installer Clarity

Document the install flow in plain language: pre-flight, location, keyboard, disk target, user profile, loadout, bundles, features, add-ons, deploy review, install, and complete.

CALAMARES // GUIDED_FLOW
NEXT_02

Launcher And Panel Docs

Explain Kesk Kickoff, the real Plasma bottom panel, launcher pins, reset helpers, and how Quickshell HUD styling works alongside Plasma desktop behavior.

KICKOFF // PLASMA_PANEL
NEXT_03

Release Pages

Make each release page describe what changed in the ISO, what users should test, checksums, known limits, and install guidance.

NOTES // CHECKSUMS // ISO
LATERBuildout
LATER

Screenshot Library

Keep a current visual archive for desktop, launcher, terminal, browser selection, bundle selection, login, lock, splash, and first boot.

CAPTURES // VISUAL_RECORD
LATER

Install-Time Choices

Refine browser choices, optional bundles, feature toggles, and add-ons so the installer feels intentional without becoming confusing.

LOADOUT // OPTIONS
LATER

Post-Install Polish

Improve first boot consistency: panel state, launcher path, browser start page, terminal defaults, wallpaper, and branded login/lock surfaces.

FIRST_BOOT // DESKTOP
LATER

Troubleshooting Docs

Build practical pages for USB boot issues, VM setup, checksum verification, installer failures, display problems, and panel/launcher resets.

SUPPORT // RECOVERY
LATER

Status Panel

Grow the status page from a static panel into a clearer website/download/release health surface if the project needs it.

WEB_STATUS // SIGNAL
LATER

Archive Hygiene

Keep older Layer v1/v2/v3 artifacts, notes, install docs, and checksums easy to find without crowding the current download path.

ARCHIVE // RELEASES
GUARDRAILSScope
NOT_PROMISED

Claims Held Back

These stay off the public promise list until they are backed by the project: immutable OS model, enterprise certification, guaranteed privacy/hardening, universal hardware compatibility, and offline availability for every optional package.

ACCURACY // TRUST
DONE_WHEN

Definition Of Done

A roadmap item is complete when the ISO behavior, website copy, screenshots, docs, and release notes all describe the same real feature. The goal is not only to build the thing, but to make it understandable.

TRACK_ISSUES
VERIFY // DOCUMENT // SHIP
01

ALIGN

Keep public pages aligned with the actual Layer v3 OS.

02

DOCUMENT

Make install, desktop, launcher, and troubleshooting docs clearer.

03

POLISH

Improve branded surfaces from boot to first login.

04

RELEASE

Publish notes, checksums, archive entries, and verified download links.