2026-08-05 13:50
π Join the Go community on August 25 at 4:00 pm UTC for a free online event celebrating the release of Go 1.27! Hosted by Ainsley Clark and JesΓΊs Espino, the event will feature insights from the Go team, including the creators of Go. Expect discussions on key changes, live demos, and community reactions. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with fellow developers! #GoLang #Go127 #DeveloperCommunity #CodingEvent #OnlineGathering
Dominika Stankiewicz
2026-08-04 12:00
Jackie T., a Customer Project Specialist at Cisco, shares her family's multi-generational legacy with the company. Reflecting on her childhood, she recalls the vibrant atmosphere of her mother's career at Cisco, which shaped her upbringing. Cisco wasn't just a workplace; it was a vital part of family life. Today, Jackie appreciates how Cisco continues to support her career growth while maintaining work-life balance. π #Cisco #CareerGrowth #FamilyLegacy #WorkLifeBalance #Inspiration
Jackie Taylor
2026-08-04 08:14
π Kotlin recently celebrated its 15th birthday! The community is invited to share wishes and predictions as we reflect on its journey. π July also marked the release of its first public benchmark for AI coding agents and the 2.4.10 update. π Developers can showcase their skills at RevenueCat Shipaton 2026 by building a Kotlin Multiplatform app for a chance to win the Ship Kotlin Everywhere Award. #Kotlin #CodingCommunity #AI #Shipaton2026 #Kotlin15
Kodee
2026-08-03 14:51
π Join Cisco at TechNet Augusta 2026 from August 18-20! Visit Booth #201 to learn how we enhance command and control capabilities at the tactical edge. Our focus is on delivering secure, connected systems to support modern warfighters. Explore demos on autonomous IT, AI workloads, and training resources. #TechNetAugusta #CommandAndControl #Cisco #MilitaryTech #AIInsights
Hac Nguyen
2026-07-31 13:49
π Get ready for the RevenueCat Shipaton 2026! From August 1 to September 30, turn your app idea into reality at the world's largest mobile hackathon. If you know Kotlin, you can create an app for multiple platforms using Kotlin Multiplatform. π₯οΈπ± Compete for a prize pool of $30,000 and more than $1,000,000 in total prizes! Participants also receive IntelliJ IDEA Ultimate for 3 months and access to AI coding support. Check out the details and get ready to ship! #Shipaton2026 #Kotlin #Hackathon...
Ekaterina Petrova
2026-07-30 14:00
π The 2026 CyberGames Americas brought together over 51,000 students from 20 countries for an Ethical Hacker marathon, organized by Cisco Networking Academy. This initiative aimed to enhance cybersecurity skills and promote digital literacy. Key highlights include: - **Total Registrants:** 51,000+ - **Active Participants:** 23,852 - **Course Completions:** 6,770 Thanks to the commitment of 229 academies and over 360 instructors, many students are now equipped to tackle future tech challenges....
Rebeca De La Vega
2026-07-28 12:00
π Tyler Mestery, a machine learning intern at Cisco, shares his unique onboarding experience. Instead of sticking to a standard routine, he explored various Cisco offices across the Bay Area. His manager supported this initiative, encouraging in-person meetings to foster team connections and knowledge sharing. This approach highlights Cisco's commitment to culture and innovation. #CiscoInterns #InternExperience #Teamwork #Innovation #CorporateCulture
Cisco Interns
2026-07-28 10:12
π The JetBrains State of CI/CD 2026 Survey is now open! This annual survey gathers insights from software developers and DevOps professionals about the evolving landscape of CI/CD. Key topics include the most popular CI/CD platforms, the impact of AI on workflows, and major challenges in the industry. Your input can help shape the future of software delivery. π π Take the survey here: https://jb.gg/uv2e9x Participants will have a chance to win prizes, including JetBrains subscriptions and...
Olga Bedrina
2026-07-22 14:00
Join Cisco at DoDIIS 2026 in Tampa from August 10-12 to explore innovations in AI-driven infrastructure and security. Discover solutions for Comply-to-Connect, AI security, and automated networking. Learn how these technologies enhance mission-critical operations and protect against threats. Don't miss out on Booth #1521! πππ€ #DoDIIS2026 #Cisco #AIDriven #DefenseInnovation
Eddie Karnicki
2026-07-20 00:00
π The GitLab Transcend Hackathon showcased the power of GitLab Orbit, attracting 1,576 developers who created 265 projects. π Participants focused on real challenges, like understanding code dependencies and assessing the impact of changes before merging. π Highlights included winning projects like Sankofa, which automates blast radius analysis, and Carver, which estimates migration costs. β¨ The community also improved Orbit with 61 merged contributions, enhancing language support and...
Mattias Michaux
2026-07-17 13:29
π Kotlin is celebrating its 15th anniversary! π Over the years, developers, educators, and contributors have played a vital role in shaping the language. Your involvement has made this journey possible. Join the celebration by creating a digital birthday postcard with your wishes for Kotlinβs future. Explore the Kotlin Effect with games and free course access on Hyperskill until September 2026. Happy 15th birthday, Kotlin! π #Kotlin15 #KotlinCommunity #Programming #KotlinEffect #CelebrateKotlin
Viliam Sedliak
2026-07-17 07:57
PHPverse 2026 gathered PHP developers on June 9 for insightful talks and discussions. The five-hour live stream attracted 15,000 views and over 10,200 comments, with a peak of 2,600 viewers. π Key topics included the role of AI in development, security challenges, and community engagement. Fabien Potencier shared his insights on maintaining Symfony and the evolving nature of open-source contributions. π» Ashley Hindle discussed infrastructure for AI-generated code, highlighting the significant...
Hanna Yakush
2026-07-17 04:00
π Cisco has launched Johannesburg as its newest site for the 40 Communities initiative. This marks an important step in community-led transformation in South Africa. The initiative, Masibambisane, aims to revitalize local communities, focusing on employment, skill development, and infrastructure improvement. Cisco celebrates its Networking Academy reaching 600,000 learners in South Africa, reinforcing its commitment to technology as an equalizer. ππ» #Cisco #40Communities #Johannesburg...
Brian Tippens
2026-07-16 21:21
π Cisco Networking Academy recently held its 2026 LATAM Partner Conference in Santiago, Chile, focusing on digital skilling in Latin America. π€ The event gathered 130 partners and educators to discuss how the Academy is driving economic development and social mobility in the region. π» By expanding access to quality digital education, Cisco is preparing students for careers in networking, cybersecurity, AI, and more. #DigitalSkilling #CiscoNetworkingAcademy #LatinAmerica #EconomicMobility...
Rebeca De La Vega
2026-07-15 11:00
π Join us online for JetBrains GameDev Day on September 28, 2026! This event focuses on game development, engineering, tools, and workflows. We invite speakers to share their knowledge and experiences with the community. Talks can cover various topics, from engine workflows to AI-assisted development. All sessions will be live-streamed and recorded. Speakers will receive a complimentary JetBrains subscription and more! π
Don't miss the chance to connect and learn! #GameDevDay #JetBrains...
Anna Ruban
2026-07-14 12:00
Starting my journey at Cisco has been about more than just technical skills. Harsh V. shares how the supportive culture helped ease first job nerves. His manager's welcoming approach, including an ice cream outing, set a positive tone. Team camaraderie allowed him to ask questions and learn without pressure. This experience highlights the importance of connection in the workplace. π¦π»π€ #FirstJob #Cisco #WorkCulture #CareerJourney #SupportiveEnvironment
Harsh Vardhan Vishwakarma
2026-07-07 17:59
π The Cisco Live 2026 SOC highlights a significant evolution in security operations. AI and automation are now integral to how SOCs function, transforming the investigation process. Analysts no longer spend hours correlating data from multiple sources, as AI streamlines these tasks in real time. This advancement allows for proactive threat detection rather than reactive investigations. #Cybersecurity #AI #CiscoLive #SOC #Automation
Todd Dow
2026-07-07 17:59
At Cisco Live AMER 2026, Tier One SOC Analysts enhanced their skills with the help of Splunk Security and Endace. These new analysts, equipped with Agentic AI, acted as first responders, efficiently triaging and correlating incidents. In less than three days, they managed to support a massive data sprawl, identifying 187 incidents from 199TB of data. This advancement in technology empowers analysts to investigate and validate their findings, transforming them into effective investigators....
Erik Dove
2026-07-07 17:58
At Cisco Live AMER 2026, the Event SOC transformed live operations into an educational experience. π Attendees participated in SOC tours, gaining insights into how the SOC collaborates with the Network Operations Center to protect the conference. These tours highlighted the importance of shared operational context. π Educational sessions included coding automation, hands-on labs, and architectural discussions, ensuring participants learned valuable skills. π οΈ #CiscoLive #CyberSecurity...
Bilal Qamar
2026-07-07 17:58
π A product engineer shares insights from his first Cisco Live AMER 2026 SOC experience. From cabling the "SOC in a Box" to witnessing real-time detections, it was a week of learning. The event focused on three missions: Protect, Educate, and Innovate, which he successfully navigated. His journey highlights the importance of understanding the technology from the ground up. ππ» #CiscoLive #SecurityOperations #TechJourney
Manoj Sudhakara
2026-07-07 17:54
At Cisco Live 2026, the focus was on enhancing digital experiences to protect revenue and trust. Attendees expected seamless interactions, and any disruptions could lead to significant losses. Cisco and Splunk showcased an Experience Score model that links technical performance to customer satisfaction. This model helps organizations measure experiences and make informed decisions to improve business outcomes. The event highlighted the importance of understanding user journeys and the impact...
Chris Perkins
2026-07-07 17:54
π Exciting developments at Cisco Live AMER 2026! The team is working on an Agentic Incident Mate designed to enhance Tier-2 SOC analyst efficiency. This tool aims to triage XDR incidents in minutes, allowing human analysts to focus on final verifications. The project combines AI assistance with Cisco's advanced products, showcasing a collaborative learning experience for junior analysts. ππ» Stay tuned for more updates! #CiscoLive #CyberSecurity #AI #SOC #TechInnovation
Manoj Sudhakara
2026-07-07 17:54
π At Cisco Live Americas 2026, the Agentic SOC showcased the integration of Networking, Security, and Observability. Key highlights include: π **Protection**: Agentic workflows enabled quicker incident triage and validation. π **Education**: Complex investigations were simplified into understandable narratives, training new analysts for future roles. π‘ **Innovation**: The live setting tested collaboration between Cisco Security and Splunk Security, emphasizing AI support with human oversight....
Jessica (Bair) Oppenheimer
2026-07-07 09:15
π
Welcome to the July 2026 edition of Java Annotated Monthly! This month features great reads from the Java and Kotlin ecosystems, plus insights on AI developments and emerging technologies. Notably, Tom Cools shares highlights from J-Spring, including keynotes and sessions that focus on AI and benchmarking challenges. Check out upcoming events and thought-provoking topics to discuss over coffee! βοΈ #Java #Kotlin #AI #TechNews #SoftwareDevelopment
Irina Mariasova
2026-07-03 09:57
π KotlinConf 2026 celebrated the inaugural Golden Kodee Community Awards, honoring individuals and communities that enhance the Kotlin ecosystem. π This yearβs winners include Matheus Leandro Ferreira for Education, Jaewoong Eum for Online Presence, Nicole Terc for Creativity, Eeva-Jonna Panula for Positive Societal Impact, and Yinlong Liu for In-Person Presence. π» Each winner shared insights into their impactful projects, showcasing the diverse contributions that drive the Kotlin community...
Jelena Ilic
2026-07-01 15:00
π Cisco and Splunk Security released the Findings Report from the SOC at RSAC 2026, marking its 10th year. The mission remains to protect the conference network and educate attendees about open wireless networks. This year emphasized building a foundation for a more integrated and automated SOC. Key tools included Cisco XDR and Splunk Enterprise Security, focusing on network telemetry and threat intelligence. Learn more about the insights gathered from this unique learning environment....
Jessica (Bair) Oppenheimer
2026-06-30 17:35
π Cisco Live US 2026 showcased innovations in the public sector, focusing on technology strategies for government and education leaders. Key sessions highlighted the importance of AI-ready infrastructure. Topics included enhancing security while scaling AI services and modernizing K-12 networks for future readiness. Explore the on-demand sessions to learn more about these critical advancements. #CiscoLive2026 #PublicSector #AITechnology #DigitalTransformation #Infrastructure
Tricia Kelley
2026-06-30 17:10
π Cisco Live US 2026 showcased how secure, AI-ready infrastructure is reshaping industries like manufacturing, retail, and finance. The event featured the Cisco Store Tech Lab, highlighting how to achieve seamless retail experiences. Expert sessions provided insights on real-world applications of AI in various sectors. Catch the highlights on-demand! #CiscoLive #AI #OperationalExcellence #RetailInnovation #Manufacturing
Tricia Kelley
2026-06-30 00:00
π Exciting updates in the June 2026 DevRel newsletter! The Elastic DevRel team discusses the new **jina-embeddings-v5-omni**, now available on the Elastic Inference Service. This model integrates text, images, audio, and video into a single shared embedding space. No more searching through multiple indices! This compact model simplifies multimodal search, allowing for efficient queries across different media types. Stay tuned for the latest blogs, videos, and events! π
#DevRel #Elastic #AI...
Elastic DevRel team
2026-06-29 14:06
π Brentwood College faced a challenge streaming their regatta from three kilometers offshore. Limited cellular coverage and synchronization issues with Starlink posed hurdles for the live feed. π» The IT team collaborated with experts to find a solution. They implemented Cisco Ultra-Reliable Wireless Backhaul, creating a strong wireless link from the school's rooftop to the floating dock. π This innovative setup ensured a seamless livestream experience for families and friends around the...
Ian Procyk
2026-06-26 20:52
π Exciting news for the automation community! Introducing CCNA Automation Prep, a live, interactive workshop series led by Cisco experts Kareem Iskander and Quinn Snyder. This series is designed to prepare you for the CCNA Automation certification. The rebranded certification aims to clarify exam objectives while maintaining the same content. The interactive format encourages engagement and practical learning. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills! #CCNA #Automation #Cisco...
Kareem Iskander
2026-06-23 13:00
π The 2026 Cisco Networking Academy Partner Conference highlighted the importance of digital skills in todayβs AI-driven economy. With a focus on bridging the skills gap, the NetAcad program has impacted 3.4 million students across the U.S., Canada, and the Marshall Islands. An impressive 96% of graduates have achieved career or educational advancements. Personal success stories from instructors and students showcase the program's effectiveness and commitment to fostering a skilled workforce....
Wayne Cuervo
2026-06-18 15:00
At BottleRock Napa Valley, the network was a key player behind the scenes. Cisco and Splunk showcased how Wi-Fi 7 and the 6 GHz standard can handle high-density events. Over three days, the network supported 58,380 unique clients and processed 58.69 TB of traffic. This technology allowed seamless interaction, from food orders to artist operations, proving vital to the event's success. #BottleRock2026 #WiFi7 #TechInEvents #Cisco #Splunk πΆπΆπ
Matt Swartz
2026-06-16 13:25
π Last year at the Data + AI Summit, Agent Bricks was launched, revolutionizing agent development. π Since then, over 100,000 agents have been created, processing more than 1 quadrillion tokens annually. Notable companies like AstraZeneca and Fox Corporation have adopted this technology. π At DAIS 2026, Agent Bricks is expanding into a complete agent platform for developers, addressing the complexities beyond the core agent loop. #DataAI #AgentBricks #TechInnovation #AI #Summit2026
2026-06-16 13:25
π At the Data + AI Summit 2026, the focus was on AI governance with the introduction of Unity AI Gateway. This platform allows developers to use various models, agents, and tools while maintaining centralized control over access, actions, costs, and monitoring. Stay informed as AI continues to evolve. #AIGovernance #DataAISummit #UnityAIGateway #TechInnovation #AITrends
2026-06-15 23:55
π Databricks has announced the winners of the 2026 Global Partner Awards! This year, over 60 partners were recognized in various categories, including Consulting, System Integrators, and ISVs. Notable winners include Accenture, Deloitte, Anthropic, NVIDIA, Sigma Computing, and Salesforce. The awards emphasize the importance of AI transformation and lakehouse modernization across industries. ππ #Databricks #GlobalPartnerAwards #AITechnology #Innovation #Lakehouse
2026-06-15 12:00
At Black Hat Asia, a private AI SOC workflow was tested, integrating Ollama, NVIDIA GPU, Open WebUI, and DefenseClaw. This setup aims to enhance SOC workflows while keeping sensitive data local. π The initiative addresses the repetitive tasks faced by SOC analysts, ensuring that security data remains secure and under local control. This approach allows for better inspection and audit visibility without relying on external cloud models. #CyberSecurity #AI #SOC #BlackHatAsia #DataPrivacy
Aditya Sankar
2026-06-15 12:00
π Cisco Secure Access plays a vital role in ensuring safe connectivity at Black Hat Asia 2026. The event featured advanced DNS security with two Cisco Secure Access DNS forwarders, enhancing network protection. The system effectively processed over 16 million DNS queries and blocked over 234,000 encrypted requests to maintain security. #BlackHatAsia #CiscoSecureAccess #CyberSecurity #DNSecurity #NetworkSafety
Takashi Yamamoto
2026-06-15 12:00
At the Black Hat conference, engineers tackled the integration of Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSIAM into Cisco XDR to enhance threat detection. Despite initial equipment delays, Corelight traffic was successfully flowing into Cisco XDR. The focus shifted to refining workflows for production quality. The challenge was to effectively query and ingest analytics alerts from XSIAM into XDR, showcasing collaboration with partners to boost efficiency. π€π #BlackHat2026 #Cybersecurity #Collaboration...
Aditya Raghavan
2026-06-15 12:00
π Cisco marks a decade as the Official Security Cloud Provider for Black Hat Asia in Singapore! We partner with leaders like Arista and Palo Alto Networks to ensure a stable and secure network at this major event. The NOC/SOC team works tirelessly to maintain uninterrupted service while integrating advanced security measures. Join us in celebrating innovation and security! ππ #BlackHatAsia #Cybersecurity #Cisco #NetworkSecurity #Innovation
Jessica (Bair) Oppenheimer