Linus Torvalds expressed frustration over the use of passive voice in merge commit messages, preferring active and imperative language instead.
He provided an example of how commit messages should be rewritten for clarity and consistency across the project.
Torvalds noted that while it’s not a major issue, it does add extra work when he has to rewrite messages to match his preference.
Linus is a scary man and seems really hard to work with
The fact that Linux blossomed anyways goes to show his talent
People say things like this but he’s probably successfully worked with several hundred more people than your average worker ever will.