Microsoft’s recent move to restrict its C/C++ extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code) exclusively to its first-party products has stirred significant concern and debate throughout the developer community. As of version 1.24.5 released on April 3, 2025, the extension now refuses to work on...
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In 2025, Microsoft's Copilot has significantly advanced its AI-driven coding capabilities, marking a transformative period in software development. Initially introduced as a tool to assist developers by suggesting code snippets and automating routine tasks, Copilot has evolved into a robust...
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This year’s Microsoft Build is packed with news tailored specifically for developers. Our team has been hard at work creating useful tools and improving the developer experience for anyone who develops on Windows, including innovations with Terminal and WSL2. Additionally, we are unifying the...
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