I have an ego the size of a small planet.

That's what makes Linux so good: you put in something, and that effort multiplies. It's a positive feedback cycle.

Non-technical questions sometimes don't have an answer at all.

I am pragmatic. That which works, works, and theory can go screw itself. However, my pragmatism also extends to maintainability, which is why I also want it done well.

I've never regretted not making Linux shareware: I really don't like the "pay for use" binary shareware programs.

Hey, I'm a good software engineer, but I'm not exactly known for my fashion sense. White socks and sandals don't translate to 'good design sense'.

I've been employed by the University of Helsinki, and that has been paying my bills. Obviously a ''real job'' pays better than most universities will pay, but I've been very happy with this arrangement I get to do whatever I want, and I have no commercial pressures whatsoever doing this.