[dschiptsov]

At Linux kernel, they just write code, test and send patches.)

[RDeckard]

Do they get paid to do that? If no one got paid, there would be almost no need for performance reviews.

[iyulaev]

Because if you don't get paid in $$$, you're free to do shoddy work...?

Crap work has costs that far exceed the amount spent employing the person who produced it.

[dschiptsov]

Being honest (with yourself and others) in what you do is enough.