Andrew S. Tanenbaum receives ACM Software System Award
Andrew S. Tanenbaum receives ACM Software System Award
Professor emeritus' operating system influenced multiple generations of students and inspired Linux
Feels like the Bazaar won
Cathedral always was the losing team.
Well-deserved, I’m sure.
Awarded to an institution or individual(s) recognized for developing a software system that has had a lasting influence, reflected in contributions to concepts, in commercial acceptance, or both.
A little curious of why Torvalds hasn’t been a recipient of this award. He has two quite notable pieces of software that has lasting influence and enormous commercial acceptance.
We need more diversity
Which does not mean that people like A.S. Tanenbaum should not be deserving recognition. With other words, your comment does not contribute to this thread.
I’m pretty sure AST would agree with you.
Still, the award is richly deserved.
Agreed. It doesn't make Tannenbaum's achievements any less significant, however.