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“And 1.1.81 is officially BugFree(tm), so if you receive any bug-reports on it, you know they are just evil lies.” quote by Linus Torvalds
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“And 1.1.81 is officially BugFree(tm), so if you receive any bug-reports on it, you know they are just evil lies.”

Linus Torvalds

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Source Software Release Note: Version 1.1.81, 2023

The release is declared bug‑free, implying any reported issues are intentionally false.

In simple terms: Version claims no bugs; reports are dismissed.

Key Takeaway

Validate reports critically before dismissal.

Themes

software quality release skepticism

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

advisory critical

When to use this quote

  • User feedback
  • quality assurance
  • debugging sessions
  • release notes

Key Concepts

Bug tracking software testing trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • What processes ensure true bug‑free releases?
  • How to handle skeptical user reports?
A Different Perspective

Overconfidence may hide real defects.

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