The author is considering using a PowerShell script for configuration and Docker for a containerized development environment. They are open to suggestions for better alternatives and welcome any tips or tricks for managing a Windows environment. They have also mentioned the possibility of using a tool called 'Desired State Configuration', but are unsure if it meets their needs.
Key takeaways:
- The user is looking for ways to manage Windows cleanly for their university studies, as they are required to use Windows for certain software.
- They prefer not to use dotfiles due to their complexity and inefficiency, and would rather have everything configurable from a single file, similar to how it's done on NixOS and MacOS with nix-darwin.
- They are considering using a powershell script or the Desired State Configuration for configuring everything on Windows, but are open to other suggestions.
- For a containered environment for development, they are considering using Docker to separate the development environment from the host's system to avoid dependency issues.