Linus Torvalds Rejects RISC-V Code Submission

Linus Torvalds, the creator of Linux, has rejected a code submission for the RISC-V architecture made by Google engineer Palmer Dabbelt, labeling it as "garbage". According to Tom's Hardware, the request for inclusion in Linux kernel version 6.17 was submitted on August 8, but Torvalds harshly criticized both its quality and the timing.

In his comments, Torvalds stated he had requested submissions to be made in advance due to a planned trip and added, "If you cannot adhere to this rule, at least make your request of good quality." He pointed out that the code included changes to general header files that had no direct relevance to RISC-V, calling them "things that should never be sent, especially during the merge window close."

Torvalds also remarked that the submitted code "makes the world a worse place" and warned the developer: "No late requests and no garbage outside the RISC-V tree." He advised preparing contributions for Linux version 6.18 well in advance and without unnecessary elements.

The community's reaction to Torvalds' harsh tone has been mixed. Some see his directness as effective, while others emphasize the importance of constructive dialogue. Despite the criticism, Torvalds provided specific examples of mistakes, allowing his comments to be seen not just as an emotional response but also as a technical assessment.