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Linus Torvalds dismisses LLM-generated kernel patches as 'garbage'
Linus Torvalds criticized LLM-generated code submissions for the Linux kernel, calling them 'obviously garbage' and 'irresponsible.' He urged maintainers to reject such patches outright. The remarks highlight ongoing tensions around AI-assisted development in critical open-source projects.
Meridian48 take
Torvalds' blunt rejection underscores a real problem: LLMs lack the context and rigor needed for low-level systems code, but his absolutism may overlook legitimate uses like documentation or bug hunting.
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