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Get started
To make Ubuntu development as streamlined and powerful as possible, we have created a tool called Quickly. It gets you up and running in no time.
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Resources
A growing collection of the best documentation and tutorials for developing on Ubuntu. Contribute your own resources to help make it even better.
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Publish
Everything you need to know about the publishing process including accessing the Ubuntu Software Centre and handy tips for creating a successful app.
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Community
Get help developing your app or just pop in for a chat with like-minded types.
Featured apps on the Ubuntu Software Centre
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Transmission
Internet | FREE
Lightweight BitTorrent client. -
Uplink
Games | $9.99
High-tech computer crime and corporate espionage game. -
Frets on fire
Games | FREE
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Steel Storm
Games | $4.99
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Chromium
Internet | FREE
Chromium browser. -
BEEP
Games | $9.99
A 2D platformer/shooter game with physics-based puzzles. -
Inkscape
Graphics | FREE
Vector-based drawing program. -
World of Goo
Games | $19.95
Physics based puzzle/construction game. -
Blender
Graphics | FREE
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Braid
Games | $9.99
Manipulate the flow of time to solve puzzles. -
OpenShot
Sound & video | FREE
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Oil Rush
Games | $19.95
Naval strategy game.
Why develop for Ubuntu?
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Get into the desktop
Have you always wanted to develop applications for the desktop? Ubuntu gives you the tools to get up and running in no time.
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Open source and commercial apps
Ubuntu desktop apps can be open or closed source, and free or paid-for. You decide the price and the applicable licence.
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Audience of millions
As the third most popular desktop operating system, Ubuntu reaches millions around the globe. Develop on Ubuntu, and so can your app.
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Ubuntu Software Centre
Ubuntu users will be able to view your applications, along with ratings and reviews, in the Ubuntu Software Centre. Installation is as easy as a single click.
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My Apps
My Apps is the tool you will use to submit and manage your applications. Follow the approval process, view stats and edit your apps’ details.
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Community
Building, promoting and supporting Ubuntu, our community welcomes new users everyday. Get all the help you need from thousands of engaged peers or even lend a helping hand.
Keep up-to-date
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Virtual UDS starts today ›
The Ubuntu Developer Summit, is here again! Contribute defining the plans Ubuntu’s next cycle in the App Development track.