The BBC reports that Linus Torvalds has returned to his position as chief of Linux development. The outspoken developer took a 1 month break to reflect on his own behavior, where he reportedly sought out professional help. In response to complaints, Linus published an essay just before taking the break, and in the meantime, the Linux community developed a code of conduct to combat toxicity within the community.



Before taking the short sabbatical, Mr Torvalds was known for giving forthright feedback, often in the form of expletive-filled emails, to contributors. Mr Torvalds said he doubted that he would ever be “cuddly” but could improve the way he handled people. The Linux development community has also acquired a reputation for being a rough place to work. Parts of it had become a “morass of nastiness”, Mr Torvalds told the BBC.

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