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Pulse of the week

Great news for developers: Advanced Security for Azure DevOps and GitHub Copilot Chat have been made available to a broader audience! These functionalities promise to significantly improve your workflow.

Advanced Security enhances your project's safety measures, while GitHub Copilot Chat takes coding assistance to the next level. Don't miss out on these game-changing features that can make your life easier in numerous ways.

GitHub Digest

The Double-Edged Sword of GitHub Actions: A Rant You'll Relate To

Ah, GitHub Actions—the love-hate relationship many of us didn't ask for but got anyway. While it's revolutionized our CI/CD processes, it's also a regular contributor to developer headaches. If you've ever found yourself wasting time troubleshooting Actions when you'd rather be coding, you're not alone.

Dive into this candid article that discusses the frustrations—and yes, the wins—of using GitHub Actions in daily development. Trust me, it's a rant worth reading.

Unlocking the Future of GitHub Security: Passkeys Now Available for All

As someone who's been using GitHub's Passkeys since their beta phase, I can vouch for their effectiveness and user-friendliness. The feature, now available to all users, eliminates the need for traditional, phishable passwords.

It's a forward-thinking step that complements GitHub's goal of fortifying security across the platform by the end of 2023. So, if you're still on the fence about activating Passkeys, this article is your nudge in the right direction.

Talking Code: GitHub Copilot Chat Beta Now Open to Individual Users

As a long-time user of GitHub Copilot Chat in its limited phase, I'm thrilled to see it become available to individual users. The feature is more than just an AI-based code assistant—it's practically a partner that converses in natural language, making the coding process more dynamic and interactive.

Its ability to offer real-time guidance and troubleshoot issues makes it a powerful tool for any developer, be it a seasoned pro or a newbie. Now that it's out for everyone, the future of AI-empowered software development looks brighter than ever.

Revolutionizing Insight: The GitHub Innovation Graph Maps Global Development Trends

As someone deeply embedded in the tech ecosystem, the launch of GitHub's Innovation Graph is both groundbreaking and exhilarating. It's not just a bunch of data; it's a comprehensive insights platform that transcends traditional metrics like patents and papers to focus on global software development trends.

This platform is uniquely poised to offer insights that only GitHub, with its massive repository of code and user interactions, can provide. For anyone curious about the intricacies of our ever-evolving digital world, from policymakers to developers, the Innovation Graph is a monumental step towards a data-driven understanding of global innovation.

Coding Corner

Unlocking Next-Level Security: Azure DevOps' Advanced Security Features Now Available for All

In today's fast-paced development cycle, security isn't just a checkbox to tick off; it's a cornerstone of building robust and reliable software. Azure DevOps understands this need and has made its advanced security features available to all users starting September 20, 2023. No longer relegated to a select few, these tools offer an unparalleled, integrated security framework that includes Code Scanning, Secret Scanning, and Dependency Scanning. Here's why you should activate them today:

- Code Scanning: Locates vulnerabilities in your source code and offers guidance for remediation, helping you iron out the kinks before they become critical issues.

- Secret Scanning: Flags high-confidence secrets, preventing the accidental commit of sensitive information into your code repositories.

- Dependency Scanning: Scans your open-source dependencies for vulnerabilities and automatically notifies developers of required updates.

These features act as your very own automated security team, allowing you to identify and remedy vulnerabilities before your code even reaches production. What's more, these advanced security tools are now integrated with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, providing a unified visibility of your security posture for both developers and SecOps teams. So why wait? Activate these must-have features today and bring your A-game in software security.

Azure Updates & Insights

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.NET Nook

A Fresh Spin on Fizz Buzz - Pushing the Boundaries with C# 12 and Polly

If you think you've seen all there is to see with the Fizz Buzz problem, think again! In the below article, we delve into a highly creative solution that not only solves the problem but does so with style.

Using the latest features of C# 12 and the resilience library Polly, this approach takes Fizz Buzz to the next level. While it might not be the textbook way to tackle the challenge, it's an eye-opening demonstration of the flexibility and expressive power of modern programming languages.

Unraveling the Power of Pattern Matching in C#

If you're looking to elevate your C# coding skills, look no further. The next article tackles one of the most intriguing and versatile features of the language: Pattern Matching. First introduced in C# 7 and constantly evolving since, pattern matching offers a toolbox of options to test, validate, and transform data in an extremely readable and concise manner.

From the basics like type-testing and constant pattern matching to the nuanced functionalities offered in the latest C# 11 release, this guide is a comprehensive look into the different types of pattern matching available to you.

Tales from the .NET Migration Trenches - Shared Library

In his latest article, Jimmy Bogard discusses the crucial first steps of migrating to ASP.NET Core. He emphasizes creating a shared library to house all common logic, types, and dependencies. He also talks about the importance of upgrading package dependencies to versions compatible with both .NET Framework and newer versions of .NET. Bogard advises tackling library upgrades separately and moving in small, incremental, verifiable steps to avoid unexpected issues.

Interested in the details? Check out the full article for an in-depth look at the migration process.

Closing Thoughts

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