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Developer news worth your attention. Brief, entertaining & always on point. The software world moves fast. Keep up the easy way with Changelog News. Every Monday, Jerod Santo brings you the software news you absolutely need to know about, without the fluff.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 8min
Just enough automation
Discover the transformative power of automation in various industries, with a spotlight on Albania's groundbreaking virtual minister aimed at curbing corruption. Dive into innovative solutions like Dusty Robotics for construction. Explore the design intricacies of UTF-8 encoding and its historical significance. Tensions rise as experts debate the effectiveness of AI-generated coding tools, challenging the narrative from the previous week. Plus, learn about a new open standard in digital content licensing designed to empower creators.

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Sep 8, 2025 • 9min
Why AI coding claims don't add up
Explore the skepticism around AI coding claims, as a seasoned coder questions the promised productivity boosts. Discover Cactoide's open-source alternative to Meetup and the resilience of RSS against tech giants. Dive into the security benefits of Podman as a Docker replacement and Stripe's innovative Tempo blockchain aiming to transform real-world transactions. Each segment showcases intriguing stories and challenges in the evolving tech landscape.

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Sep 2, 2025 • 8min
Next.js is infuriating
Dominik Meca shares his frustrations with Next.js, highlighting its convoluted architecture and limited extensibility. Josh Bressers emphasizes the critical role of individual maintainers in open source, while Huon Wilson showcases the handy 'Copy as cURL' tool for debugging. Herman Martinus discusses Bear's shift to a source-available model, and Nawaz Dhandala tackles the widespread issue of dependency bloat, revealing its complexities and impact on developers. Tune in for an insightful look into the challenges and innovations in the coding world!

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Aug 25, 2025 • 8min
Omarchy 2.0: Best Linux setup ever?
Dive into the latest innovations with Omarchy 2.0, featuring an ISO installer and customizable options for the ultimate Linux experience. Learn about managing developer's block and the importance of continuous progress in tech. Discover the implications of AI in open source software and how government investments, like the U.S. stake in Intel, are shaping the industry. Plus, explore thoughts on embracing strategies that focus on scalability—and sometimes, doing things that defy conventional scaling.

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Aug 18, 2025 • 8min
Cursor’s problem isn't just Cursor's problem
Cursor faces challenges with its subscription model and the risks of subsidies. Alireza Bashiri advocates that plaintext outshines traditional to-do apps. Manish introduces an innovative offline AI workspace. Discover OverType, a unique WYSIWYG markdown editor that simplifies editing. Plus, sshrc helps bring your configurations to remote machines seamlessly. Join in as the conversation dives into these exciting tools for developers!

14 snips
Aug 11, 2025 • 9min
Open source regrets
Open source maintainers share candid regrets, shedding light on the personal costs of their commitments. Leadership shifts at GitHub signal potential changes ahead, while security vulnerabilities in HTTP/2 raise important concerns. Exciting news for PHP enthusiasts includes the introduction of the pipe operator in version 8.5. Meanwhile, the AI landscape faces legal challenges, highlighted by a class action copyright suit that threatens the industry's future.

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Aug 4, 2025 • 8min
The smell of vibe coding
Dive into the world of vibe coding, where convenience sometimes trumps quality. Discover a new Go-based AI coding agent that makes coding easier. Learn about a tool that estimates the costs of AI models and compares image generation capabilities. Plus, innovative strategies for remote teams to stay connected with ‘ramblings’ channels. It's a blend of tech insights and fresh communication tactics!

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Jul 28, 2025 • 8min
It's time for modern CSS to kill the SPA
Jono Alderson critiques single-page applications, highlighting the potential of modern CSS and new web technologies. The conversation introduces an innovative tool that transforms devices into file servers. Celebrating gaming history, the episode honors the 35th anniversary of the Game Genie. Additionally, insights from Anthropic reveal how teams utilize Claude Code, while Drew Lyton discusses the drawbacks of self-hosting in favor of communal internet solutions.

15 snips
Jul 21, 2025 • 7min
Humanity has prevailed (for now!)
In a thrilling victory, a coder triumphs over an advanced AI in a grueling 10-hour challenge. Meanwhile, Linux celebrates surpassing 5% desktop market share in the U.S., marking its growth as a reliable option. Discussions also delve into personal backup systems and the exciting innovations within Python. On a lighter note, opinions on the etiquette of sharing AI outputs stir up some debate, sparking questions about creativity in the age of artificial intelligence.

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Jul 14, 2025 • 9min
An app can be a home-cooked meal
Researchers in Japan set a world record for data transmission speeds. Robin Sloan draws an analogy between apps and home-cooked meals, emphasizing creativity in tech. Windsurf founders are making moves to Google, while Intel's new CEO warns about the semiconductor industry. Anton Zaides advises against mandating AI tools for engineers. And in a personal twist, Adrien Friggeri shares his inspiring ten-year running streak, showcasing the transformation that dedication can bring.