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User criticizes Linus Torvalds over code review practices

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A Mastodon user expressed frustration with Linus Torvalds, questioning his commitment to reviewing code, specifically mentioning "vibe code." The user implied that Torvalds' alleged laziness in reviewing his own code would discourage other contributors. The post linked to an article discussing Torvalds and Claude code in the kernel. AI

RANK_REASON User opinion on a public figure, not a significant industry event.

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User criticizes Linus Torvalds over code review practices

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    Wait does this mean that Linus didn’t review his own vibe code? If he’s too fucking lazy to do it he can’t realistically expect other contributors to do so. Wha

    Wait does this mean that Linus didn’t review his own vibe code? If he’s too fucking lazy to do it he can’t realistically expect other contributors to do so. What a fucking tool that guy is. # linux # AI # DeathToClankers # vibecode # badideas # techbros https:// thenewstack.io/to…

    LINKS thenewstack.io/torvalds-claude-code-kernel

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