Windows Subsystem for Linux is open source (Changelog News #145)

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May 19, 2025

Microsoft has made the Windows Subsystem for Linux open source, paving the way for innovative community-driven development. Dive into unique experiences of coding from an Android phone, highlighting the challenges and portability of mobile coding. Explore how 'hypertyping' in TypeScript influences coding practices. Plus, discover Microsoft's vision for NLWeb, which could become a new foundational layer for the AI web, much like HTML. It's a fascinating blend of technology and creativity!

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WSL Finally Open Source

Microsoft open-sourced Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), gaining cheers at Build 2025.
Opening the source will accelerate WSL's evolution through community contributions.

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TypeScript's Hypertyping Trade-off

Paolo Scanferla highlights that overly strict TypeScript types complicate development.
Seeking perfect type safety can cause cryptic errors and unsafe workarounds.

ANECDOTE

Alberto Fortin's LLM Coding Review

Alberto Fortin noticed unreviewed LLM-generated code caused bugs after rushing.
He now uses LLMs only for simple tasks and focuses on reviewing code deeply.

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