"AI agents cannot add Signed-off-by tags: Only humans can legally certify the Linux kernel's Developer Certificate of Origin (DCO). This ensures code licensing compliance and holds humans accountable for contributions."
"Mandatory Assisted-by attribution requires any contribution using AI tools to include a tag identifying the model and tools used, serving as a transparency mechanism for maintainers."
"The policy establishes that the human submitter bears full responsibility for reviewing AI-generated code, ensuring license compliance, and addressing any bugs or security flaws that may arise."
Linus Torvalds and the Linux kernel maintainers have introduced a formal policy regarding AI-assisted code contributions. This policy emphasizes three core principles: AI agents cannot add Signed-off-by tags, ensuring only humans certify contributions; mandatory Assisted-by attribution is required for AI tool usage; and full human liability is established for reviewing AI-generated code. The policy aims to balance the use of AI tools with the kernel's quality standards, ensuring transparency and accountability in contributions.
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