Hey there! I'm building my first PC since 2011 and plan to use it to create a remote development environment for my MacBook Air M1. I'm thinking of installing a Linux distribution like Ubuntu or Debian and using JetBrains Remote Development. Stability is a must for me, and I definitely want to use Docker on it. In the future, I might add a GPU for model training, but that's not necessary at the moment. Also, I don't game, so I'm looking to avoid any parts known for issues. My budget is around $1,000 (excluding a GPU). You can check the parts I'm planning to use here: [PC Part Picker Link](https://pcpartpicker.com/list/T9yYjn). Do you think these components will work well together? Would you suggest any changes?
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I recommend checking out a better CPU cooler that doesn't break the bank – you could get this one that performs significantly better: [Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/GpbRsY/thermalright-phantom-spirit-120-se-6617-cfm-cpu-cooler-ps120se). Also, consider a higher quality PSU for long-term stability. This [Be Quiet Pure Power 13](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/yWJBD3/be-quiet-pure-power-13-m-750-w-80-gold-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-bp026us) is quieter and more efficient. For RAM, ensure you look at the [Patriot Venom 64GB](https://pcpartpicker.com/product/RHCZxr/patriot-venom-64-gb-2-x-32-gb-ddr5-6000-cl30-memory-pvv564g600c30k) because Zen 4/5 works better with it.
Thanks for the suggestions! About that SSD: isn't the Gen 5 drive twice as fast? Is it worth the extra $100? Also, do you think the PSU is too big for my case?