The past, the present, the future of Linux development is all about the independent hobbyist who dedicates hours and hours of their time to simply experimenting with Linux code out of interest, creative desire or a sense of wanting to achieve a personal goal. Without the Linux hobbyists there would be no open source and frankly no Linux.

While many professional outfits now work on developing Linux code, and therefore make a significant contribution to the Linux community, it is the abiding spirit of the hobbyist that underpins the whole open source ethos.

So what are the vital qualities that the hobbyist offers and why do they remain a crucial part of the Linux community?

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