I'd like to say that I knew this would happen, that it's all part of the plan for world domination.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Torvalds ironically suggests his plan for world domination was intentional.
- In plain terms
- He jokes that Linux success was pre-planned.
- What can you take from it?
- Don't take success stories too seriously.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Was success planned or lucky?
- How much control do you have?
Another view
Success often relies on luck, not just plans.
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