Phoronix·2yLinus Torvalds Begins Expressing Regrets Merging Bcachefs
Linus Torvalds expresses regret over merging Bcachefs into the Linux kernel, criticizing the continuous development during release cycles and questioning its stability and suitability for the upstream kernel. He suggests that Bcachefs' current state may not align with the normal upstream kernel release schedule requirements.
Collections·2yRust Linux Kernel Maintainer Steps Down Amid Nontechnical Challenges
After nearly four years, Rust Linux Kernel maintainer Wedson Almeida Filho has stepped down due to nontechnical issues overshadowing his work. He praised his team and emphasized the importance of adopting memory-safe languages like Rust to keep up with other kernels. Filho highlighted challenges integrating Rust into the Linux kernel due to resistance from C developers but remains hopeful about the project's future.