vinylfs

VinylFS is a file system designed to emulate the behavior of traditional vinyl records. It is implemented as a user-space file system for Linux, utilizing the FUSE (Filesystem in Userspace) framework. The primary goal of VinylFS is to provide a unique and nostalgic user experience, reminiscent of the days of vinyl records.

The file system operates by treating each file as a separate "record." Files are stored in a way that mimics the physical layout of vinyl records, with each file having a unique identifier and a fixed size. This design choice is intended to evoke the tactile and auditory experience of handling and listening to vinyl records.

VinylFS supports basic file system operations such as creating, reading, writing, and deleting files. It also includes features that simulate the characteristics of vinyl records, such as the ability to "scratch" or "skip" through files, and the option to "spin" files to simulate the rotation of a vinyl record.

The file system is open-source and can be installed on Linux systems that support FUSE. It is intended for users who appreciate the nostalgic appeal of vinyl records and wish to experience a file system that reflects this aesthetic. VinylFS is not designed for performance or efficiency but rather for its unique and entertaining user experience.