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• Dynatrace bets on causal intelligence for AI observability

  At Perform 2026, Dynatrace unveils an agentic operations system that anchors probabilistic AI to deterministic truth. Learn how causal intelligence gives agents a reality check. Continue Reading

• Why did TypeScript become GitHub's fastest growing language?

  TypeScript recently became the fastest growing language on GitHub. Explore the reasons for the shift and what it means for the broader development ecosystem. Continue Reading

• AWS launches frontier agents

  The new agents are autonomous, capable of performing multiple tasks simultaneously, and can complete their work with minimal intervention. Continue Reading

• CNCF surveys highlight cloud-native AI connections

  Cloud-native infrastructure aligns closely with AI in two new CNCF surveys, thanks in part to platform engineering and other abstractions that make it more user-friendly. Continue Reading

• GitHub Universe: Large IT orgs share AI automation gains

  Nordstrom saved 15,000 developer hours during a migration with AI agents, while Copilot Autofix helped Cathay Pacific address DevSecOps challenges, but there are also caveats. Continue Reading

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• Comparing the Flutter and React Native frameworks

  Learn how each development framework affects architecture and performance, and explore the details of framework adoption, maintenance and scalability features. Continue Reading

• Why is Rust a critical programming language in 2026?

  Rust has become a popular modern alternative to C in part because of its type system and memory management features. Learn if Rust is right for your org. Continue Reading

• The complete guide to QA team roles and responsibilities

  QA teams play an important role in ensuring quality and performance. To be as effective as possible, organizations need to be thorough in structuring and managing their QA teams. Continue Reading

• Acceptance criteria: What it is and its best practices

  Acceptance criteria plays a key role in shaping an application from the user standpoint. We review some of the basic things to remember when it comes to acceptance criteria. Continue Reading

• API caching strategies and best practices

  API caching can increase the performance and response time of an application, but only if it's done right. Learn about some of the caching tools and techniques worth implementing. Continue Reading

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• Software testing strategies in 2026

  When testing is stuck in a loop, use these 10 techniques to help teams rethink regression, test components in isolation and improve quality fast. Continue Reading

• How to modernize software quality strategy in 2026

  Modernize software quality in 2026 by treating it as a business risk priority -- blending shift-left testing with shift-right observability for resilient, trusted delivery. Continue Reading

• Top 8 observability tools for 2026

  Observability tools can help developers and IT administrators improve the delivery, performance and customer experience of applications and avoid potential issues. Continue Reading

• AI's role in different software architecture contexts

  Generative AI is reshaping architecture by augmenting human judgment, accelerating understanding and expanding options across design, migration and maintenance -- when applied thoughtfully. Continue Reading

• How AI can support developer productivity

  While human oversight remains crucial and developers are far from handing over entire projects to AI, there are many ways in which the technology makes devs more productive Continue Reading

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• 7 observability best practices to improve visibility, performance

  Observability enables organizations to analyze data on a continuous basis and act on it quickly. Learn best practices for implementing the practice. Continue Reading

• 9 steps to implement an observability strategy

  As distributed software systems grow in scale and complexity, things like monitoring and debugging can become a tangled mess. Here are nine ways to bolster your observability plan. Continue Reading

• Considerations for a successful SaaS implementation

  SaaS is now central to most tech stacks. This article explains horizontal vs. vertical SaaS, outlines pros and cons, and offers guidance on choosing the right vendor. Continue Reading

• The pros and cons of using monorepos

  Developers rely on monorepos to consolidate their build processes. Learn how centralized tooling, configurations and scripts support development initiatives. Continue Reading

• Fanout vs. choreography: Choosing system architecture

  The fanout and choreography patterns are two common approaches to event-driven architecture, each offering its own advantages for modern distributed systems. Continue Reading

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• Understanding Playwright waits

  Playwright provides several built-in mechanisms called waits that ensure tests are not executed until a preset condition is met. Learn why Playwright waits are important. Continue Reading

• 9 low code development tools to know in 2026

  This article explores nine low-code development tools that help teams empower non-technical staff to create apps and streamline processes, enhancing efficiency across organizations. Continue Reading

• How to use tmux sessions to manage remote connections

  Learn the basics of using the terminal multiplexer (tmux) for managing remote connections. Walk through the installation process and configuration options for tmux. Continue Reading

• What are the most common challenges of Agile adoption?

  Don't let a rigid interpretation of the Agile Manifesto hinder Agile adoption. Learn to view the challenges of Agile as opportunities for change and growth. Continue Reading

• How to fix flaky tests: A practical approach for QA teams

  Flaky tests can be frustrating and tempting to ignore. In many cases, you shouldn't. Use this guide to learn which flaky tests to prioritize and how to fix them. Continue Reading