1.7. Joining the Kernel Development Community
As you begin writing modules for
the
Linux kernel, you become part of a
larger community of developers. Within that community, you can find
not only people engaged in similar work, but also a group of highly
committed engineers working toward making Linux a better system.
These people can be a source of help, ideas, and critical review as
wellthey will be the first people you will likely turn to when
you are looking for testers for a new driver.The central gathering point for Linux kernel developers is the
linux-kernel mailing list. All major kernel
developers, from Linus Torvalds on down, subscribe to this list.
Please note that the list is not for the faint of heart: traffic as
of this writing can run up to 200 messages per day or more.
Nonetheless, following this list is essential for those who are
interested in kernel development; it also can be a top-quality
resource for those in need of kernel development help.To join the linux-kernel list, follow the instructions found in the
linux-kernel mailing list FAQ:
http://www.tux.org/lkml. Read the rest of the
FAQ while you are at it; there is a great deal of useful information
there. Linux kernel developers are busy people, and they are much
more inclined to help people who have clearly done their homework
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