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The new FvwmTabs has rewritten the classic Perl FVWM tabbing module in Python/Tk under the same name FvwmTabs. Everything works as expected—multiple tabbers, assigned tabber IDs, the right-click menu, auto-Swallow, and full socket/Tk interaction—but at the moment it still relies on a small helper called tabber_client.py. I now want the existing FvwmMFL module to replace that helper, so the final stack is loaded from .fvwm/config like this: ``` DestroyFunc StartFunction AddToFunc StartFunction + I Module FvwmMFL # will absorb [login to view URL] role + I ModulePath ${HOME}/.fvwm/modules:+ + I Module FvwmTabs ``` The finished script must behave exactly as FvwmTabs does today—no visual or functional regressions—while gaining the extra flexibility FvwmMFL already offers. Primary objective • Enhance functionality by eliminating the duplicate helper and letting FvwmMFL handle all client duties. Key improvements I expect • Cleaner, more reliable socket communication between FVWM, FvwmTabs, and any future helpers. • Room to add extra FVWM commands from within FvwmMFL; I’m not yet certain which ones, so keep the design open for straightforward extension. Scope of work 1. Preserve every current feature: multiple tabbers, assigned IDs, right-click popup, autoSwallow, etc. 2. Supply brief installation steps and a diff or short doc explaining any new command-line switches or FVWM functions you introduce. 3. Validate on a live FVWM session: spawning, docking, tab movement, menu actions, and graceful exit all function without errors. Acceptance criteria • Running StartFunction exactly as shown launches both modules with no stderr complaints. • FvwmTabs UI and behaviour are indistinguishable from the current release. • A test script or steps proving at least one extra FVWM command can be added later without code restructuring. If you know the FVWM internals and speak Python, I have uploaded a zip that includes all related files. The [login to view URL] describes the dependency, installation, and usage. Also, one screenshot.
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I've worked with FVWM module internals and Python/Tk socket architectures before. I've reviewed your zip, readme, and the screenshot carefully. My plan: replace [login to view URL] with a clean FvwmMFL-backed client, preserve all existing behavior (tabbers, IDs, autoSwallow, right-click menu), and keep the design open for future FVWM command extensions — no restructuring needed later. Delivery: working code + diff + install notes + test steps. Clean, no regressions. Ready to start immediately.
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Hello Perl dependency overhead slowing your workflow. Rewrite to fvwmtabs brings speed and modern window management. I migrated three legacy window manager toolsets to optimized fv equivalents last year, reducing memory footprint by 40%. I understand fvwmtabs architecture well and handle edge case signal handling efficiently. Ready to integrate your config. Send specs? Let's discuss timeline. Giáp Văn Hưng
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Hello! We can help you replace the helper with a clean FvwmMFL-based integration. 1. Can we discuss the attached zip here first? 2. Do you already have a target interface in mind for the extra FVWM commands? — About us We are dZENcode – a full-cycle IT company for digital product development: from design and programming to integrations and post-release support. We build projects from scratch and also work on existing solutions that need further development, improvements, or technical support. You can find detailed information about our services and rates on our official website: https://dzencode.com. Please review it – after that, we can discuss the details and agree on the next step. ⚠️ After clarifying all details, we will define the scope, the suitable cooperation format – task-based, outsourcing, or outstaffing – and the final cost. Projects are guaranteed to reach release with us: • 10+ years providing IT services; • 90+ in-house specialists; • 250+ public reviews since 2015; • We support products under SLA after launch; • We work under NDA and a company contract!
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The part that silently kills is the reliance on tabber_client.py. I can replace it with FvwmMFL efficiently while keeping all existing features intact. My solid understanding of FVWM internals and Python will make sure a smooth transition. I can deliver the initial milestone in exactly 2 days. What does success look like for you at the end of this project?
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Hello, As an experienced freelancer with a proven track record in Python automation and interacting with Linux systems, I believe I am the ideal candidate for this project. Having mastered the art of automating complex workflow and eliminating repetitive tasks, I can guarantee you a cleaner, more reliable socket communication between FVWM, FvwmTabs, and any future helpers. With my knowledge of FVWM internals coupled with my Python proficiency, I'm confident in delivering your expected key improvements and preserving every current feature while incorporating FvwmMFL's functionality. In terms of installation, I can provide you with clear instruction steps on the process. Additionally, I will also supply a detailed diff or short doc explaining any new command-line switches or FVWM functions that have been introduced for your reference. What sets me apart is not only my technical abilities but my commitment to saving clients like you time and money through efficient automation. With long-term support guaranteed, I'll ensure that your automated workflow is sustainable and hassle-free even when adding extra FVWM commands in the future. Let's connect soon and discuss your project further so we can get started on turning your workflow visions into effortless reality! Thanks!
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Hello, I have reviewed your requirement to replace the FvwmTabs tabber client. Acute Tech Solutions can help rewrite and modernize the existing FVWM Perl-based utility into a stable Python 3 solution while maintaining the same tab behavior and functionality. We can handle: • Python 3 rewrite and optimization • FVWM integration • Tab management, mouse bindings & window actions • Replacement of old dependencies • Testing for performance and stability We focus on clean, maintainable code with reliable desktop integration. Regards, Acute Tech Solutions
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Hello, I hope you're having a great day. I've delivered multiple Python/Tk integrations that replace small helper scripts with a single FVWM module while preserving GUI behavior and socket interactions. I recently swapped a helper into a central module for a window manager, moving a tabber's Unix domain socket and a select loop into one Python process, keeping Tk event handling and autoSwallow intact. I'd start by mapping current tabber_client socket messages, porting handlers into FvwmMFL, and adding small FVWM functions; I'll test with a live FVWM session and a short Python test script using socket and select. Could we hop on a short call to confirm StartFunction details and the ${HOME}/.fvwm/modules path so I mirror your launch exactly? Thank you, Joshua K.
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Drawing from my extensive background in software development across a range of disciplines, I'm confident in not only my ability to execute the requested task but also to improve upon it. Your project aligns perfectly with my expertise in Python, and its ability to manage varied tasks from socket communication to handling client duties comes as second nature to me. Having experienced conflicts and redundancies first hand, I understand deeply the value of streamlined code. My approach involves not just mere execution but taking time to comprehend and work within existing structures, ensuring no regressions or discontent around important functionalities. I am confident that using FvwmMFL will bring about the desired improvements you seek including cleaner and more reliable inter-module communication as well as an increase in the number of easily customizable FVWM commands for future use. My sales pitch is simply...as an experienced developer who takes pride in my precise attention to detail and ability to adapt my skills effectively, I am best placed to meet your needs and exceed your expectations on this project.
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