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Linus Torvalds

Linus Torvalds

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Birthday
December 28, 1969
Age
56
Height
0'0" (0 cm)
Net Worth
$200M
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About

Linus Torvalds is a Finnish-American software engineer best known as the creator and lead developer of the Linux kernel, which he started in 1991. He also created the distributed version control system Git. Torvalds's work has had a profound impact on the world of computing, powering countless devices and systems worldwide. He is a champion of open-source software development and collaboration.

Career Timeline

1991D$0.001M

Linux Kernel Development

Starts developing the Linux kernel as a student.

1994C$0.1M+$0.099M

Linux Gains Popularity

Linux starts gaining traction in the open-source community.

2005B$1M+$0.9M

Git Version Control System

Creates the Git version control system.

2010B$10M+$9M

Linux Foundation

Increasing prominence of Linux in enterprise.

2015A$50M+$40M

Continued Open Source Work

Maintains leadership in Linux development.

2020A$150M+$100M

Linux Runs The World

Dominance of Linux across many industries.

2024A$200M+$50M

Open Source Pioneer

Continues to shape the future of computing.

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