Parch Linux Void Repository

The Unstable & Pre-release Testing Repository for Parch Linux

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🌌 Overview

Parch Linux void ([void]) is the official unstable repository for the Parch Linux distribution. It acts as the testing ground and staging area for pre-release applications, experimental software, and upcoming features created or packaged by the Parch Linux Team and the community.

Packages in void undergo active testing and feedback collection before being stabilized and promoted to the main world repository.

Warning

Use at your own risk!
[void] contains pre-release, experimental, and unstable software. It may contain bugs, incomplete features, or breaking changes. It is recommended primarily for developers, testers, and power users who want early access to upcoming Parch Linux software and are comfortable troubleshooting issues.

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⚡ Mirror URL

The repository is synchronized and hosted on the official Parch Linux mirror infrastructure:

https://mirror.parchlinux.ir/$repo/$arch

For x86_64 systems, the repository path resolves to:

https://mirror.parchlinux.ir/void/x86_64

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🚀 How to Enable [void] Repository

To start testing pre-release software from [void], add the repository entry to your /etc/pacman.conf file.

1. Edit /etc/pacman.conf

Open /etc/pacman.conf with root privileges in your preferred text editor:

sudo nano /etc/pacman.conf

2. Add the [void] Repository Entry

Append the following configuration block to /etc/pacman.conf (place it above or below your existing Parch Linux repositories):

[void]
SigLevel = Optional TrustAll
Server = https://mirror.parchlinux.ir/$repo/$arch

3. Update Package Databases

Synchronize your package databases to index packages from [void]:

sudo pacman -Sy

4. Install Packages

You can now install packages available in the [void] repository. For example:

sudo pacman -S <package-name>

To view all packages available in [void]:

pacman -Sl void

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🔄 Package Lifecycle & Promotion Workflow

flowchart LR
    A[Pre-release / Beta Code] --> B[Build Package]
    B --> C[Push to void repo]
    C --> D[Community Testing & QA]
    D -->|Bug Fixes / Feedback| C
    D -->|Verified Stable| E[Promote to world repo]

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1. Development & Submission: The Parch Linux Team or community members package pre-release software or new utilities.
2. Staging in void: Packages are published to the [void] repository for public testing.
3. Feedback & Verification: Users test the packages, report bugs, and verify system integration.
4. Promotion to world: Once verified and deemed stable, the package is moved to the primary world repository for all Parch Linux users.

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🤝 Contributing & Submitting Packages

We welcome community testing and package contributions!

• Test & Report: If you encounter issues while testing software from [void], please submit bug reports on our issue trackers or community channels.
• Submit Packages: Interested in packaging your software or contributing pre-release builds to [void]? Reach out to the Parch Linux Team on our official community platforms.

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🌐 Community & Support

Stay connected with the Parch Linux community:

• Website: parchlinux.ir
• Mirror: mirror.parchlinux.ir
• GitHub: github.com/parchlinux

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Crafted with ❤️ by the Parch Linux Team