Initial public release v0.1.0 - Linux Wabbajack Modlist Application

Jackify provides native Linux support for Wabbajack modlist installation
   and management with automated Steam integration and Proton configuration.

   Key Features:
   - Almost Native Linux implementation (texconv.exe run via proton)
   - Automated Steam shortcut creation and Proton prefix management
   - Both CLI and GUI interfaces, with Steam Deck optimization

   Supported Games:
   - Skyrim Special Edition
   - Fallout 4
   - Fallout New Vegas
   - Oblivion, Starfield, Enderal, and diverse other games

   Technical Architecture:
   - Clean separation between frontend and backend services
   - Powered by jackify-engine 0.3.x for Wabbajack-matching modlist installation

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+# Jackify
+
+**Native Linux modlist installer and manager for Wabbajack modlists**
+
+Jackify enables seamless installation and configuration of Wabbajack modlists on Linux systems, providing automated Steam integration and Proton prefix management without requiring Windows dependencies.
+
+## Features
+
+- **Native Linux Support**: Pure Linux implementation with no Wine/Windows dependencies for core operations
+- **Automated Steam Integration**: Automatic Steam shortcut creation with proper Proton configuration
+- **Comprehensive Modlist Support**: Support for Skyrim, Fallout 4, Fallout New Vegas, Oblivion, Starfield, and more
+- **Professional Interface**: Both CLI and GUI interfaces with enhanced modlist selection and metadata display
+- **Steam Deck Optimized**: Full Steam Deck support with controller-friendly interface
+- **Advanced Filtering**: Smart categorization with NSFW filtering and game-specific organization
+
+## Quick Start
+
+### Requirements
+
+- Linux system (Steam Deck supported)
+- Steam installed and configured
+- Python 3.8+ (for source installation)
+
+### Installation
+
+#### AppImage (Recommended)
+```bash
+# Download latest release
+wget https://github.com/your-repo/jackify/releases/latest/jackify.AppImage
+chmod +x jackify.AppImage
+./jackify.AppImage
+```
+
+#### From Source
+```bash
+git clone https://github.com/your-repo/jackify.git
+cd jackify/src
+pip install -r requirements.txt
+python -m jackify.frontends.gui  # GUI mode
+python -m jackify.frontends.cli  # CLI mode
+```
+
+## Usage
+
+### GUI Mode
+Launch the GUI and navigate through the intuitive interface:
+1. Select "Modlist Tasks" → "Install a Modlist"
+2. Choose your game type and modlist
+3. Configure installation and download directories
+4. Enter your Nexus API key
+5. Let Jackify handle the rest
+
+### CLI Mode
+```bash
+python -m jackify.frontends.cli
+```
+Follow the interactive prompts to configure and install modlists.
+
+## Supported Games
+
+- **Skyrim Special Edition** (88+ modlists)
+- **Fallout 4** (22+ modlists)
+- **Fallout New Vegas** (13+ modlists)
+- **Oblivion**
+- **Starfield**
+- **Enderal**
+- **Other Games** (Cyberpunk 2077, Baldur's Gate 3, and more)
+
+## Architecture
+
+Jackify follows a clean separation between frontend and backend:
+
+- **Backend Services**: Pure business logic with no UI dependencies
+- **Frontend Interfaces**: CLI and GUI implementations using shared backend
+- **Native Engine**: Powered by jackify-engine for optimal performance
+- **Steam Integration**: Direct Steam shortcuts.vdf manipulation
+
+## Configuration
+
+Configuration files are stored in:
+- **Linux**: `~/.config/jackify/`
+- **Steam Deck**: `~/.config/jackify/`
+
+## Development
+
+### Building from Source
+```bash
+cd src
+pip install -r requirements-packaging.txt
+pyinstaller jackify.spec
+```
+
+### Running Tests
+```bash
+python -m pytest tests/
+```
+
+## License
+
+This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.
+
+## Contributing
+
+Contributions are welcome! Please read our contributing guidelines and submit pull requests for any improvements.
+
+## Support
+
+- **Issues**: Report bugs and request features via GitHub Issues
+- **Documentation**: See the Wiki for detailed guides
+- **Community**: Join our community discussions
+
+## Acknowledgments
+
+- Wabbajack team for the modlist ecosystem
+- jackify-engine developers
+- Steam Deck and Linux gaming community
+
+---
+
+**Jackify** - Bringing professional modlist management to Linux