As of today, the Linux kernel’s source code has surpassed 40 million lines for the first time, marking a significant milestone in its development. This represents more than double the size since it originally broke the 20 million line mark in mid-2015. The rapid growth of the codebase continues unabated, with an average of 400,000 lines being added with each new version of the main development line.
This expansion has drawn some criticism, with various proposals aimed at making the kernel leaner. However, many of these suggestions tend to yield only theoretical benefits or may even hinder the system’s efficacy upon closer examination. Specifically, drivers, which constitute more than half of the kernel’s code, are a focal point in discussions about potential reductions. Outsourcing drivers has been suggested as a strategy, but the practicality and implications of such moves remain contentious topics among developers.
For further insights, you can find details in the recently published "Numbers, please!" analysis that provides an overview of the Linux kernel’s growth.
Numbers, please! Linux – soon to weigh 40 million lines of code
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