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What does it mean?
Torvalds defines the Linux philosophy as self-reliance and doing tasks yourself.
In plain terms
Linux culture focuses on individual capability and autonomy.
What can you take from it?
Empower users to handle tasks independently.

Where it applies

  • team management
  • community building

Putting it to work

  • promote independence
  • build self-sufficient teams

Questions to consider

  • How much independence is healthy?
  • When to rely on others?

Another view

Collaboration is also essential in complex systems.

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