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GitHub opens Copilot Chat to all developers

Ryan Daws — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:42:55 +0000

GitHub has announced that Copilot Chat is now available to all developers, ushering in a new era of AI-powered software development. Copilot Chat was launched for ‘Business’ users in July. The AI assistant is capable of assisting developers in their preferred natural language and promises to reduce repetitive tasks. Developers can use the assistant to... Read more »

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Details emerge around Unity’s fee changes after outcry

Ryan Daws — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:43:53 +0000

Details have emerged regarding the proposed changes to Unity’s controversial per-install fee plan for developers. These changes come in response to the outcry and concerns raised within the game development community about Unity’s recently announced new fee structure potentially bankrupting developers. Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier, known for his in-depth coverage of the gaming industry, has... Read more »

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Unity receives ‘credible death threat’ amid per-install fee backlash

Ryan Daws — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 09:14:47 +0000

Unity has been forced to close two of its offices and cancel a town hall meeting following a “credible death threat”. The unacceptable threat came on the heels of an announcement regarding a new per-install fee for developers using the Unity video game engine. Just two days ago, Unity created widespread backlash across the gaming... Read more »

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Barry Goffe, OutSystems: Revolutionising digital transformation with low-code

Ryan Daws — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:57:58 +0000

Developer caught up with Barry Goffe, Senior Director of Platform Strategy at OutSystems, who provided valuable insights into the role low-code platforms play in digital transformation. Digital transformation, as Goffe defines it, is the strategic use of technology to measurably improve business operations. He highlights four key areas where digital transformation brings tangible benefits to... Read more »

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Kubernetes platform Codezero unveils 2.0 at Civo Navigate Europe

Ryan Daws — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 15:39:48 +0000

Codezero, the Kubernetes platform developed by former Microsoft executive Narayan Sainaney, has announced its 2.0 version. The platform allows users to effortlessly create Kubernetes clusters in under ninety seconds, followed by seamless debugging and testing within simulated collaborative environments. This novel approach – referred to as “Omni-Dev” – offers unprecedented visibility and interaction, promising to... Read more »

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Apple will release iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 simultaneously

Ryan Daws — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 12:51:38 +0000

Apple is gearing up to release its annual major software updates for iPhones and iPads simultaneously this month. The news comes via Bloomberg’s reputable Apple reporter, Mark Gurman. This simultaneous release marks a departure from last year’s staggered release of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16. Gurman, known for his well-connected sources within Apple, has reported... Read more »

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Niantic 8th Wall enhances WebAR with powerful GenAI modules

Ryan Daws — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:57:34 +0000

Niantic 8th Wall is enhancing its WebAR platform with generative AI (GenAI) modules to revolutionise augmented reality experiences. The fusion of technologies promises to offer developers, brands, and agencies more creative potential and improve users’ augmented reality experiences. Over the past few months, 8th Wall developers have harnessed the power of GenAI, integrating various cutting-edge... Read more »

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Samsung announces SDC23 details

Ryan Daws — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:42:37 +0000

Samsung will host Samsung Developer Conference 2023 (SDC23) at the renowned Moscone Center in San Francisco on October 5. The announcement marks the ninth SDC, a series of conferences that have been a cornerstone of innovation in the tech industry since its inaugural event in 2013. Unlike the previous year, where attendance was limited to... Read more »

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Google’s latest APIs focus on fighting climate change and its effects

Ryan Daws — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 13:06:58 +0000

In a bid to further its commitment to environmental sustainability, Google has announced the launch of a suite of new sustainability APIs at the Google Cloud Next event. The new APIs provide developers with real-time insights into solar potential, air quality, and pollen levels, aiming to collectively reduce carbon emissions by 1 gigaton annually by... Read more »

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Mathew Payne, GitHub: Protecting code while nurturing user experience

Ryan Daws — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:54:35 +0000

Developer caught up with Mathew Payne, Principal Field Security Specialist at GitHub, to discuss the platform’s security strategies and how they aim to strike a balance between robustness and a seamless user experience. At the heart of GitHub’s security philosophy lies a commitment to safeguarding user code. Payne emphasised that a major focus is on... Read more »

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