Some would rather nitpick this interview than see the good in it. This is disappointing considering it covers practical and useful topics.
- Ted's progression from first time user to contributor. Start with small diffs in an area you're interested in, and build up if you can.
- Re-factoring programs with a strong emphasis on maintenance and security. Technical debt is real, and you certainly don't want it in an OS.
- Balancing more menial tasks (maintenance to the existing platform) with interesting additions (new security techniques).
The peace of mind from knowing an upgrade won't break or fail, and that security is taken seriously is refreshing. Give OpenBSD a shot, read some of the source or man 9 style (it's more informative than HN arguments).
- Ted's progression from first time user to contributor. Start with small diffs in an area you're interested in, and build up if you can.
- Re-factoring programs with a strong emphasis on maintenance and security. Technical debt is real, and you certainly don't want it in an OS.
- Balancing more menial tasks (maintenance to the existing platform) with interesting additions (new security techniques).
The peace of mind from knowing an upgrade won't break or fail, and that security is taken seriously is refreshing. Give OpenBSD a shot, read some of the source or man 9 style (it's more informative than HN arguments).