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Enabling the Success of DevSecOps with Al
AI impacts DevSecOps in many positive ways — from accelerated testing and better security to quicker delivery of software. It promises to enhance every organisation’s potential.
3 min |
September 2023
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MLOps: Benefits, Applications and Popular Platforms
MLOps is a fusion of DevOps and machine learning. It brings the principles that govern DevOps to the field of machine learning, to help build models that improve the functioning of industries as varied as healthcare and e-commerce. There are a number of platforms that can be used for MLOps. We take a look at a few of these.
8 min |
September 2023
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The Challenges of Using AI Tools to Generate Code
Enterprises must understand the obligations that underline OSS licences and adopt proactive measures to meet them while using AI-generated code. Otherwise, they may end up in legal entanglements.
4 min |
September 2023
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Türkiye unveils OSS initiative for tech advancement and cybersecurity
Türkiye has unveiled an ambitious open source software initiative aimed at revolutionising its public institutions. This strategic step, initiated by a decree signed by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, underscores the nation’s commitment to technological advancement and cybersecurity.
1 min |
September 2023
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ONCD calls for public input on ways to strengthen OSS security
The Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) in the US has announced a call for public input on a strategy to fortify open source software (OSS) security.
1 min |
September 2023
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HashiCorp abandons open source for 'source available' approach
HashiCorp has announced a shift from its conventional open source stance to a ‘source available’ model. This is the company that was behind developing vital software tools such as Vagrant and Terraform.
1 min |
September 2023
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Altrios from SwRI aims to make the rail freight industry greener
The Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has launched open source software Altrios, which offers a practical approach to assess green locomotive technologies and infrastructure expansion.
1 min |
September 2023
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Nephio R1 launched to simplify cloud-native automation for telcos
The Nephio project, announced by the Linux Foundation over a year ago, is making headway with its maiden major release, Nephio R1. This collaborative endeavour aims to simplify cloud-native automation for telecommunication companies.
1 min |
September 2023
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India to back open source RISC-V architecture
India has thrown its support behind the open source RISC-V architecture. This move comes as RISC-V gains momentum as a potent contender on the global stage, challenging the dominance of Softbank’s ARM technology.
1 min |
September 2023
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Biden Administration kicks off 'AI Cyber Challenge' to boost open source software safety
The White House has unveiled an ambitious initiative that aims to leverage the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in identifying and rectifying vulnerabilities within open source software. This groundbreaking effort, known as the ‘AI Cyber Challenge’, was announced by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in August, signalling a new chapter in the battle against cyber threats.
1 min |
September 2023
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Indian Defence Ministry to replace MS Windows with the home-grown Maya OS
The Indian Defence Ministry has announced its decision to replace the widely-used Microsoft Windows operating system with an indigenously built alternative, named Maya.
1 min |
September 2023
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France bets on open source AI to shape AI industry
French President Emmanuel Macron recently unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bolstering the nation’s presence in the AI realm. However, this aspiration is not without its challenges, as the European Union’s AI regulations loom large.
1 min |
September 2023
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Moq under fire for endangering data privacy by including SponsorLink
The widely used open source project Moq is embroiled in controversy after it was revealed that its latest release included a dependency known as SponsorLink.
1 min |
September 2023
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ChatGPT: It's Easy To Poison This AI Model
ChatGPT is still fragile and needs to be used with care. You can hoodwink it into thinking it is giving you information for the right reasons, and in the process, make security systems vulnerable.
3 min |
August 2023
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Integration of Network Functions Virtualization Infrastructure with the DevOps Pipeline
This series’ eighth and final article outlines the creation of a DevOps pipeline to deploy a network functions virtualization module. This pipeline takes care of all the challenges faced from development to deployment of software, making the process simpler for developers and operations teams.
10 min |
August 2023
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Dynamic Log Monitoring in Kubernetes Applications with Lightrun
Embrace the potential of Lightrun, a powerful logging and monitoring framework, to streamline operations, reduce maintenance efforts, and gain deeper insights into the health and performance of your Kubernetes applications in the cloud.
6 min |
August 2023
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Demystifying Connection Pools: A Deep Dive
By understanding the inner workings of connection pooling and building your own pools, you will be able to build more reliable and high-performing applications, especially at scale. This first part of a two-part series demystifies the magic of connection pooling.
7 min |
August 2023
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CAP Theorem: Use It to Choose an Open Source Database
This is a practical guide to choosing the right open source database. This choice depends on a clear understanding of the CAP theorem and the unique characteristics of various open source databases.
4 min |
August 2023
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A Developer's Guide to Enterprise Mobile App Development
This all-inclusive guide empowers you to navigate enterprise mobile app development from concept to deployment using the best open source tools. It offers a roadmap to ensured success in the competitive app market!
10+ min |
August 2023
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Smooth Airport Exits Using Mobile Apps Powered by Generative AI
With innovative technologies like generative AI and AR, we can transform the airport experience, simplifying it tremendously for passengers. The app discussed in detail in this article will help them breeze through airport exits.
10+ min |
August 2023
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CodePen: Improving Developer Productivity
With its intuitive interface, realtime editing, extensive library collection, and collaborative features, CodePen has become an indispensable tool for developers. Get ready to code, share, and innovate like never before!
9 min |
August 2023
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The Role of Cognitive Services in Modern Web Applications
Cognitive services are of great use in modern web applications. Take a look at their characteristics, benefits and challenges.
2 min |
August 2023
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How to Write Code Better: Some Best Practices
In today’s digital age, a well performing app is paramount to the success of any business. Writing code is an essential part of developing any modern application, and it is crucial to ensure that the code you write is structured, optimised and efficient. Poorly written code can have significant consequences such as slow loading times, crashes, and even user frustration.
6 min |
August 2023
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AI and ML Algorithms that Power Self-Driving Cars
Self-driving cars are poised to become a reality in the very near future. These cars rely extensively on a range of AI and ML based algorithms to ply safely and reliably, and to make ethical decisions in the midst of traffic. Let’s take a quick look at some of these algorithms.
5 min |
August 2023
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Exploring Open Source Metaverse Platforms: Unlocking Virtual Creativity
Open source metaverse platforms hold the key to a future world of infinite possibilities. These platforms are inclusive, easily accessible, community driven and encourage innovation. We take a quick look at some of them.
10+ min |
August 2023
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EU's proposed Cyber Resilience Act raises alarms in the open source industry
The European Union’s Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is under scrutiny as open source developers and organisations express worries about its implications for the industry. The proposed regulation aims to enhance cybersecurity and establish common standards for digital products. However, there are significant issues that could hinder the future of open source in the EU and beyond.
1 min |
August 2023
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EU's A.I. Act will regulate the deployment of AI
The EU’s ground-breaking A.I. Act is set to revolutionise the regulation of artificial intelligence. EU policymakers are in the final stages of implementing the world’s first comprehensive framework for governing artificial intelligence.
1 min |
August 2023
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ToolJet secures funding from Microsoft's M12 Fund and GitHub
Open source developers’ platform ToolJet has successfully raised funding from tech giants Microsoft’s M12 Fund and GitHub, according to a recent statement by the company. The investment is expected to drive workforce expansion and enhance the platform’s artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
1 min |
August 2023
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Linux kernel 6.3 reaches end of life; the StackRot vulnerability is fixed in version 6.4
Linux kernel 6.3 has reached its end of life and will no longer be supported by bug and security fixes. This announcement comes amidst the discovery of a critical vulnerability, dubbed StackRot (CVE-2023-3269), which affects Linux kernel versions 6.1 through 6.4. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to escalate privileges on compromised systems.
1 min |
August 2023
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Linux's desktop market share exceeds 3% for the first time
In a noteworthy development for the open source community, Linux has surpassed the 3% market share threshold on desktop computers, indicating a substantial increase in usage.
1 min |