# Linus Torvalds says he uses AI to help with coding

> At the Open Source Summit Europe, Linus Torvalds explained he finds AI useful for beginners and for spotting bugs in the Linux kernel.

Oossa · 2026-10-09 · https://oossa.com/en/linus-torvalds-says-he-uses-ai-to-help-with-coding

Linus Torvalds told interviewer Dirk Hohndel that he likes using AI to do the things he’s not good at, especially for new developers. He said AI can highlight bugs and security issues in the Linux kernel, and some maintainers now expect a review from an AI tool called Sashiko before accepting patches. Torvalds warned that AI‑generated patches can overwhelm reviewers, so they must be used carefully.

## The facts

- Torvalds uses AI to assist with coding tasks he finds difficult.
- AI code‑review system Sashiko’s public reviews now appear on the Linux Kernel Mailing List.

## Why it matters

Developers working on Linux may need to adapt to AI‑assisted reviews, which could change how patches are submitted and accepted.

## Sources & references

1. [‘I use AI to do the things that I’m bad at’: Linus Torvalds on why it works for him](https://www.zdnet.com/tech/linus-torvalds-ai-coding-programming/) – ZDNet, 2026-10-09

Last updated: 2026-10-09