Linus Torvalds

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Born: 1969-12-28

From: Helsinki, Finland

Gender: Male

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Also Known As

Linus Benedict Torvalds

Biography

Linus Torvalds is a Finnish-American software engineer best known for creating the Linux operating system and the version control system Git. He was born on December 28, 1969, in Helsinki, Finland, and has played a significant role in the development of open-source software.

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IEEE Masaru Ibuka Consumer Electronics Award

2018

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Computer Pioneer Award

2014

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Internet Hall of Fame

2012

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Millennium Technology Prize

2012

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Computer History Museum Fellow

2008

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Takeda Awards

2001

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European of the Year

2001

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Lovelace Medal

2000

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doctor honoris causa of the University of Helsinki

2000

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honorary doctor of Stockholm University

1999

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EFF Award

1998

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Suuret suomalaiset

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Nokia Foundation Recognition Award

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Linus Torvalds

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Awards & Nominations13 won · 0 nominated

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The Code

Revolution OS

Software Wars