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The git commit history tag covers discussions about the integrity and trustworthiness of Git logs, particularly in the context of AI-assisted development. A recent thread on WindowsForum.com examines a Visual Studio Code change in April 2026 that automatically added a "Co-authored-by: Copilot" trailer to commits, even when Copilot's contribution was minimal. This incident highlights concerns about AI tools altering commit history without clear user intent, affecting developer trust in the Git ledger. The tag focuses on how such defaults can undermine the accuracy of commit records and the importance of maintaining clean, intentional commit history in software development workflows.
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    VS Code Git Copilot Co-authored-by Default Caused Trust Fallout

    Visual Studio Code changed its Git behavior in April 2026 so that some users’ commits were automatically stamped with a “Co-authored-by: Copilot” trailer, even when developers said Copilot had not meaningfully authored the work. That is not a paperwork glitch. It is a trust problem in the most...
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