Good man Quote by Linus Torvalds
“I like to think that I've been a good manager. That fact has been very instrumental in making Linux a successful product.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public speaking, 2005 on Linux development
The speaker claims personal competence as a manager contributed significantly to Linux’s success, emphasizing leadership impact on open-source projects.
In simple terms: Good management helped Linux succeed.
Key Takeaway
Effective leadership drives project success.
Themes
leadership
technology
open source
Mood
pragmatic
optimistic
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team building
- project planning
- community governance
Key Concepts
management
collaboration
software development
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance management with community input?
- What leadership style best supports open-source?
A Different Perspective
Success also depends on community contributions, not just management.
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