New Linux Console, Rust and BcacheFS drama, KDE donations

Aug 31, 2024

Linux Torvalds, the creator of the Linux operating system, dives into the heated discussions around integrating Rust into the Linux kernel, including the departure of a Rust maintainer. He also shares thoughts on the drama surrounding BcacheFS and its acceptance within the community. Additionally, Torvalds touches on Microsoft's transfer of the Mono project to WINE, the impact of AI on Linux, and the importance of donations for projects like KDE. His insights provide a fascinating glimpse into the future of open source.

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Intro

00:00 • 7min

The Case for Modern Programming Languages in Linux

06:31 • 2min

Controversies Surrounding BcacheFS and the Future of Mono in Open Source

08:36 • 7min

Funding Contributions to Open-Source Projects

16:00 • 14min

Emerging Linux Consoles and Steam Deck Popularity

29:35 • 9min