Greg Kroah-Hartman

Join Greg Kroah-Hartman, a Linux kernel maintainer for 25 years and a Linux Kernel Foundation Fellow, as he dives into the fascinating world of Linux development. He shares insights on the kernel's nine-week release cycle and the complexities of integrating code changes. Greg emphasizes the unique trust model that drives its reliability and advocates for contributions to open source. Discover why Linux is so widespread and how it serves as an interface for diverse hardware. Plus, learn about the exciting integration of Rust into the Linux kernel!

Greg Kroah-Hartman, a key Linux kernel maintainer, shares his journey from coding on a TRS-80 to becoming a steward of Linux. He discusses the culture of open source maintainership and what it takes to be a contributor. The conversation dives into integrating Rust into the kernel for better safety, the collaboration between hardware companies and developers, and the evolution of the Linux Foundation. Greg also touches on Linux optimizations for gaming on Steam Deck and the intriguing role of Generative AI in development.