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Linus Torvalds discusses AI in Linux kernel, shifts self-identity

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Linus Torvalds, creator of Linux, stated at the Open Source Summit in Mumbai that he no longer considers himself solely a programmer. He discussed the integration and challenges of AI within the Linux kernel. Torvalds also emphasized that Linux will cease supporting outdated technologies, referring to them as 'museum' technology. AI

IMPACT Linus Torvalds' perspective on AI integration in the Linux kernel offers insight into the challenges and future direction of open-source development.

RANK_REASON Commentary from a prominent figure in open source discussing AI's role and technology support.

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Linus Torvalds discusses AI in Linux kernel, shifts self-identity

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    'I'm not a programmer' anymore: Linus Torvalds on the only two tools he uses now https:// zdnet.com/article/open-source- summit-linus-torvalds/ via @ ZDNet & @

    'I'm not a programmer' anymore: Linus Torvalds on the only two tools he uses now https:// zdnet.com/article/open-source- summit-linus-torvalds/ via @ ZDNet & @ sjvn At the Open Source Summit in Mumbai, Torvalds discusses the pain and power of # AI in the kernel, and why # Linux n…

    LINKS zdnet.com/…/open-source-summit-linus-torv… flipboard.com/@ZDNet
  2. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    'I'm not a programmer' anymore: Linus Torvalds on the only two tools he uses now At the Open Source Summit in Mumbai, Torvalds discusses the pain and power of A

    'I'm not a programmer' anymore: Linus Torvalds on the only two tools he uses now At the Open Source Summit in Mumbai, Torvalds discusses the pain and power of AI in the kernel, and why Linux no longer supports 'museum' technology. https://www. zdnet.com/article/open-source- summi…

    LINKS zdnet.com/…/open-source-summit-linus-torv…

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