Much of the other HN message board centers on the tone of the conversation. I think an important message that shouldn't be lost is: Emulate Linus' style in com

Much of the other HN message board centers on the tone of the conversation. I think an important message that shouldn't be lost is: Emulate Linus' style in commit messages if you wish. Don't emulate the abrasiveness in his style of communicating (unless you have a track record as good as his).