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GitHub Copilot Voice is a groundbreaking development that is reshaping how developers interact with their Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Born out of the creativity and passion of a Microsoft Hackathon, this tool transcends traditional coding methods by enabling voice-controlled...

Improper access control in Visual Studio Code has come under scrutiny with the disclosure of CVE-2025-20570—a vulnerability that allows an authorized local attacker to elevate their privileges. In simple terms, a user who already has access to the machine can exploit this flaw to perform actions...

GitHub’s latest announcement is ushering in a new era of AI-driven coding assistance that may well transform how Windows developers work in Visual Studio Code. The popular developer platform is rolling out major upgrades to GitHub Copilot, integrating advanced features such as Agent Mode and the...

GitHub Copilot is stepping up its game in Visual Studio Code, and the news is as exciting as it is transformative. In celebration of Microsoft’s 50th anniversary—a true milestone for a company that’s been at the heart of developer culture for decades—the latest wave of innovations is rolling out...

Microsoft's 50th anniversary celebration has turned into a tech extravaganza—one that intertwines a nod to the past with a bold leap into the AI-driven future. In a series of announcements that ranged from stirring up nostalgia with classic Windows imagery to unveiling groundbreaking AI...

Microsoft’s half-century celebration isn’t just a nostalgia trip—it’s a launchpad for the future of technology. In a recent address marking 50 years of innovation, CEO Satya Nadella reflected on humble beginnings and charted an inspiring course for what comes next. With a mix of heartfelt thanks...

Free software isn’t just for those on a shoestring budget—it’s a powerhouse of functionality that challenges the notion that paid apps are always superior. In today’s Windows ecosystem, numerous free alternatives exist to match, and often exceed, the features of their commercial rivals. Let’s...

The cybersecurity landscape has once again been rattled by a sophisticated attack campaign, this time orchestrated by the threat group known as MirrorFace. By exploiting inherent design gaps in a trusted Windows feature and leveraging a familiar developer environment, the attackers have...

The recent disclosure of CVE-2025-26631 is drawing significant attention among Windows developers and system administrators. This vulnerability in Visual Studio Code—a tool trusted by countless professionals—stems from an uncontrolled search path element. In essence, if an attacker with...

Microsoft has announced that it will retire Azure Data Studio, an application beloved by developers for its lightweight, cross-platform capabilities. Users have until February 28, 2026, to transition away from the platform, after which Microsoft will no longer provide support or updates. As the...

A new security advisory has emerged from the Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) regarding CVE-2025-24042, a critical elevation of privilege vulnerability affecting the Visual Studio Code JS Debug extension. This vulnerability, disclosed on February 11, 2025, is raising concerns among...

In today’s ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, even trusted applications like Visual Studio Code can occasionally reveal hidden dangers. The Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) has recently flagged a new vulnerability—CVE-2025-24039—that poses an elevation of privilege risk. This...

If you're a coding aficionado or a VS Code virtuoso, grab your Peet's coffee, lean back in your ergonomic chair, and feast on the latest delights served up by Visual Studio Code 1.97. This new release is packed with tantalizing features destined to make developers' lives a tad juicier. AI...

What’s Happening? In an official announcement, Microsoft revealed that Azure Data Studio, which first made its debut in 2018 after initially being known as SQL Operations Studio, will soon join the list of products entering the “Microsoft graveyard.” The long-standing tool for managing...

In today’s fast-paced development environment, staying ahead with the latest tools is non-negotiable. Visual Studio Code (VS Code) has once again pushed the envelope by releasing version 1.97, and if you’re a Windows developer, there’s plenty to get excited about. Copilot as an Integrated...

GitHub just turned the heat up in its mission to reshape how we code by rolling out GitHub Copilot Free, a free starter plan that offers limited but highly useful access to AI-driven coding support. Integrated into Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and now JetBrains IDEs, this announcement is...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere, from enhancing photos on your phone to testing the boundaries of human-centric jobs like writing and coding. One of the AI tools that has garnered immense attention among developers is GitHub Copilot. Built on OpenAI's GPT-4 model and tightly woven...

The worlds of coding and artificial intelligence have just received a major shake-up. Microsoft’s GitHub, the behemoth of developer collaboration platforms, has released a free version of its Artificial Intelligence-powered GitHub Copilot—a tool designed to make coding more productive and...

Microsoft is ringing in the new year with a bang for developers who use Visual Studio Code (VSCode) to handle SQL Server operations. The newly updated MSSQL extension for VSCode is designed with a slew of enhancements that cement it as an invaluable tool for working with SQL Server, Azure SQL...

Microsoft is shaking the coding world yet again! In a move sure to please developers of all stripes, the tech giant recently unveiled a new free tier for its GitHub Copilot AI service, exclusively for users working with its popular Visual Studio Code (VS Code) code editor/IDE. This sweetener...