Software & Tools
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GitHub has introduced a new method that significantly accelerates source code search through extremely fast case conversion – achieving over 45 GiB per second on a single CPU core.
Bild: cottonbro studio / Pexels · Pexels LizenzGitHub has introduced new features in its Copilot App that enable developers to manage stacked sessions and pull requests more efficiently, thereby optimizing the development process.
Bild: cottonbro studio / Pexels · Pexels LizenzGitHub optimizes Dependabot with new features for grouping and throttling updates to protect developers from update floods while quickly closing security gaps.
Bild: cottonbro studio / Pexels · Pexels LizenzThe GitHub Copilot App makes it easier for developers to get started with AI-powered programming through intuitive features and an improved user interface.
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Mozilla introduces “Quick Answers,” a new feature in Firefox for iOS that provides users with quick answers to questions without leaving the app.
Bild: Derek Xing / Pexels · Pexels LizenzWith Firefox 153, Mozilla brings native containers that make browsing safer and simplify managing multiple online identities within a single browser window.
Mozilla has introduced a new feature for Firefox on Android that allows users to organize their open tabs into groups—for better clarity and more efficient browsing.
GitHub has for the first time paid out 100 million USD in financial support to open source maintainers, recognizing the central role of the community in software development.
Bild: cottonbro studio / Pexels · Pexels LizenzGitHub explains why writing code is cheaper today, but long-term maintenance is becoming more expensive – and what this means for developers.
Bild: cottonbro studio / Pexels · Pexels LizenzGitHub is indispensable for many developers. A new guide explains the basics of versioning, repositories, and pull requests to make getting started easier.
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A recent investigation shows how Microsoft’s Windows environment subtly pushes users to prefer the Edge browser – despite available alternatives.
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Mozilla presents its first comprehensive report on the development and significance of open-source artificial intelligence, showing how open models today compete with proprietary solutions.
Bild: Negative Space / Pexels · Pexels LizenzGitHub assigned verified ownership to every active repository in less than 45 days, laying the foundation for increased security and transparency.
Bild: cottonbro studio / Pexels · Pexels LizenzGitHub introduces Agentic Workflows, a new automation solution that makes documentation processes across different repositories more efficient and closes the gap between code release and documentation.
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In June 2026, GitHub recorded six incidents that led to reduced platform performance. An overview of the causes and impacts for developers worldwide.
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GitHub Copilot makes it easier for developers to host websites by automatically setting up GitHub Pages with HTTPS, completely without manual DNS settings.
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Firefox joins as official web browser partner and main sponsor of Wrexham AFC, linking software innovation with football tradition.
Bild: Володимир Король / Pexels · Pexels LizenzGlobal collaboration in open-source projects is growing faster than ever in 2026, sustainably strengthening developer communities in numerous countries.
Bild: cottonbro studio / Pexels · Pexels LizenzThe latest version of Git, 2.55, offers numerous optimizations and new features that make the workflow in software development more efficient.
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A senior leader at GitHub reports how he made his job more efficient through 40 automations and thereby improved his leadership skills.
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As bot-driven abuse escalates on the web, Mozilla unveils new strategies to protect user privacy and maintain an open internet experience without intrusive CAPTCHAs.
Bild: Dan Nelson / Pexels · Pexels LizenzGitHub joins a coalition urging targeted changes to California’s AI Transparency Act to prevent conflicts with open source licensing and ensure balanced regulation.
Bild: cottonbro studio / Pexels · Pexels LizenzMozilla’s latest Firefox update introduces a redesigned settings interface, making browser customization more intuitive and privacy management more accessible than ever.
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