Keynote: Linus Torvalds, Creator of Linux & Git, in Conversation with Dirk Hohndel

Dirk Hohndel interviews Linus Torvalds about the evolution of Linux over the past decade, the role of AI in software development, and his personal hobbies. Linus reflects on his changing role in the Linux community, from saying "no" to new features to encouraging innovation, and discusses the challenges and benefits of integrating new technologies like Rust. The conversation touches on the impact of AI on the kernel, the increasing importance of hardware acceleration, and the balance between open source ideals and proprietary solutions. Linus shares his perspective on the future of software engineering in the age of AI, emphasizing the continued need for maintainers and the potential for AI to empower new developers. He also talks about his hobby of building guitar pedals as a way to relax and embrace failure outside of his high-stakes job.