Converting Linux Distributions to Other Distros - DevConf 2023

Learn how to convert Linux distributions within the same family, focusing on CentOS, Alma, Rocky, and Oracle Linux, all based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Explore the process of system conversion, including necessary steps, potential pitfalls, and common edge-cases encountered over the years. Discover existing tools for converting between different operating systems and understand the motivations behind such conversions. Gain insights into topics such as system conversion vs redeployment, general execution flow, package management, CentOS Stream and downgrades, bootloader considerations, architecture differences, and cloud conversions. This DevConf.CZ 2023 talk by Eric Gustavsson provides practical knowledge for IT professionals looking to navigate the complexities of Linux distribution conversions.

Intro
How can we even convert systems?
System conversion vs redeployment
What are the differences?
General execution flow
What if it goes wrong?
Packages. It's all packages
CentOS Stream and downgrades
Bootloader
Architectures
Cloud conversions
Easiest ways to test