Tuesday, May 12, 2026
2026-05-12 17:00
Consulting firms face profitability challenges, which are not due to a lack of demand. Databricks offers a solution by unifying SAP, Salesforce, and Workday for CFOs in consulting. This integration enhances visibility, supports margin recovery, and accelerates cash flow. Stay informed on financial strategies! 💼📈 #Consulting #CFO #Databricks #FinancialStrategy #BusinessGrowth
2026-05-12 16:54
Teams are leveraging Confluence Agents to transform knowledge into actionable insights. With over 5 million monthly invocations, these agents are enhancing productivity and saving time—over 200K hours in February alone! ⏳ Highlighted use cases include HarperCollins's Meeting-to-Action Companion and Docusign’s PRD Author, showcasing how these tools streamline workflows across various departments. Confluence's integration with external tools through Model Context Protocol (MCP) further expands...
Christopher Cheung
2026-05-12 16:52
🚀 Exciting news! The Public Preview of Native Lakehouse Sync is here. This feature automatically replicates Lakebase Postgres data into Unity Catalog tables without the need for pipelines or external compute. It offers seamless integration, zero performance impact, and automatic schema updates, making data management more efficient. #DataSync #Lakehouse #TechInnovation #DataManagement #PublicPreview
2026-05-12 16:41
🚀 AI tools are speeding up code production, but they aren't addressing the underlying issues that lead to production failures. Many teams experience the "illusion of correctness," where AI-generated code appears perfect but hides critical assumptions. These include boundary, concurrency, domain, and security assumptions that can lead to unexpected incidents. A strong mental model is essential: every system has a change absorption capacity. When new code exceeds this capacity, instability...
Priya Gopalsamy
2026-05-12 16:30
🚀 Terraform Enterprise 2.0 is here to enhance infrastructure operations for scalability and governance! Key features include Stacks for managing multi-tier deployments, project-level notifications for consistent monitoring, and SCIM 2.0 support for automated user management. Improved operational visibility, secure access roles, and enhanced API token management are also introduced to streamline processes and reduce risks. For organizations looking to scale efficiently, Terraform Enterprise...
Melar Chen
2026-05-12 16:20
🌟 Mentorship plays a crucial role in the HubSpot ecosystem, especially in today’s rapidly changing tech landscape. An Open Platform goes beyond APIs, providing a community where developers can connect and solve challenges together. The Developer Slack has been a great resource, but mentorship offers deeper support for growth. The newly launched Ecosystem Mentorship Program aims to foster connections, helping builders navigate complexities and develop their skills effectively. Learning in...
jenixon@hubspot.com (Jennifer Nixon)
2026-05-12 16:20
🚀 The transition to Chrome's Manifest V3 (MV3) significantly changes how browser extensions are built, especially for offline-first apps like Google Drive sync engines. Key challenges include managing state and data loss due to Service Worker limitations. Moving from a background script to a disk-first model using `chrome.storage.local` ensures data integrity during sync processes. Developers must now handle network interruptions carefully to avoid overwriting user changes. This involves...
Najmul Alam Miraj
2026-05-12 16:16
AI is transforming the developer landscape, enabling juniors to complete tasks up to 55% faster. However, this speed comes with challenges. Many junior developers struggle to debug their own code due to a lack of understanding of the underlying processes. Research indicates that while AI tools boost productivity, they don't enhance comprehension. This gap becomes evident during code reviews, where juniors may produce clean code but lack the insight to explain why it works. As teams adapt, the...
Matthew Burns
2026-05-12 16:06
🚀 Exciting news in the tech world! TechPays is now part of Levels.fyi, enhancing pay transparency for tech salaries in Europe. For years, many believed the top salary for senior engineers in cities like London and Amsterdam was around £100K / €100K. However, hidden compensation tiers exist, as shared by former Uber principal engineer experiences. TechPays aims to address this gap by providing valuable compensation data, empowering developers to understand their worth in the market. #TechPays...
Gergely Orosz
2026-05-12 16:05
🚀 Amazon Redshift has launched RG instances powered by AWS Graviton, offering significant performance improvements. These new instances run data warehouse workloads up to 2.4x faster than RA3 instances and at 30% lower costs per vCPU. They also feature an integrated data lake query engine that supports open table formats like Apache Iceberg. This advancement enhances the efficiency of SQL analytics across data warehouses and lakes, catering to today's high query volumes. #AmazonRedshift...
Channy Yun (윤석찬)
2026-05-12 16:01
🚀 The tech industry is evolving with AI agents, but consistent skill invocation can be challenging. In a recent article, Daniel Reed discusses testing processes to enhance agent performance. By experimenting with Pin-agent and Claude Code, insights were gained into improving skill invocation rates. A reliable test harness, including a Bash script, was developed to run positive and negative prompts. Results showed that clearer, more detailed prompts significantly improved accuracy rates. For...
Pinterest Engineering
2026-05-12 16:00
🚀 Meta has revamped its data ingestion system to improve reliability at scale. The transition from a legacy system to a new architecture involved a comprehensive migration of all data ingestion processes. Key strategies included establishing a clear migration lifecycle and robust controls for a smooth transition. This upgrade enhances efficiency for analytics and product development across the company. #DataIngestion #MetaEngineering #TechInnovation #DataMigration #BigData
2026-05-12 16:00
✨ Discover the latest insights in the May 2026 edition of Hello Developer! 🌟 Meet inspiring developers, advocates, and educators who are making an impact. 📱 Learn how to prepare your app for Accessibility Nutrition Labels and get the most from your Apple Developer account. 🚀 Plus, find out about the stylish open-world adventure, Infinity Nikki, and how to update your Intel-based Mac apps to Apple silicon. #HelloDeveloper #AppDevelopment #Accessibility #InfinityNikki #AppleDeveloper
2026-05-12 16:00
🚀 HashiCorp Vault now supports native AI agent management, enhancing identity and access controls for autonomous systems. With traditional IAM needing updates, Vault introduces an agent registry and granular authorization for AI agents. This ensures secure, temporary access tailored to specific tasks. Select customers are testing these features, with a public beta expected this summer. Stay tuned for advancements in AI security! 🔒🤖 #HashiCorp #AI #IAM #Cybersecurity #Innovation
Violet Hynes
2026-05-12 15:23
🚀 Red Hat unveiled advancements to Red Hat AI (RHAI) 3.4 at the Summit in Atlanta, focusing on "metal-to-agent capabilities." This aims to bridge AI experimentation with production control in hybrid cloud environments. Key pillars include efficient inference, connecting enterprise data, and accelerating agent management. A notable feature is Model-as-a-Service (MaaS), offering pre-trained models via API for developers and governed access for administrators. RHAI 3.4 also enhances distributed...
Steven J. Vaughan-Nichols
2026-05-12 15:00
🚀 Cisco and Red Hat are advancing AI deployment at the Red Hat Summit 2026. They emphasize a hybrid and distributed future built on collaborative engineering. 🔍 Their partnership spans compute, networking, security, and observability, offering solutions like Cisco AI PODs for scalable workloads and automated network management. 💡 Demonstrations include secure AI solutions, highlighting their commitment to addressing modern enterprise challenges from the core to the edge. #Cisco #RedHat #AI...
Ramya Korada
2026-05-12 15:00
🚀 Exciting opportunity for students! The Databricks Student Fellows Program is launching to empower future leaders in data and AI. This initiative offers students a chance to enhance their skills and gain valuable experience. Fellows will also unlock pathways to internships and job opportunities while making an impact on their campuses. Learn more about this opportunity! #Databricks #StudentFellows #DataScience #AI #CareerOpportunities
2026-05-12 15:00
🚀 Cisco has launched the SMB and Mid-Market Business Practice as part of the Cisco 360 Partner Program. This initiative aims to empower partners with seven core capabilities: Pipeline Generation, Technical Differentiation, and more. These tools are designed to enhance partner success and drive growth in these dynamic segments. Learn how to align operations for a competitive edge! #Cisco360 #SMB #MidMarket #PartnerSuccess #DigitalTransformation
Kunal Kaul
2026-05-12 15:00
📢 Exciting news in data management! Catalog Commits is now generally available, enhancing the open lakehouse experience by aligning Delta with Iceberg's catalog model. This upgrade boosts interoperability and governance for UC managed tables. Key features include multi-statement and multi-table transactions, making data access and coordination more efficient. For more details on how to enable Catalog Commits, check out the full article! #DataManagement #Lakehouse #OpenSource #DeltaLake...
2026-05-12 14:30
🚀 The new open-source Databricks JDBC Driver enhances data connectivity for modern workflows. This driver supports faster queries and introduces new capabilities, making data access more efficient for users. Improving performance and reliability is key for data-driven applications. Explore how these advancements can benefit your projects! #Databricks #DataConnectivity #OpenSource #JDBC #DataDriven
2026-05-12 14:00
AI teams often struggle with web scraping for fresh data, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors. 🔍 SerpApi offers a solution by replacing complex scraping processes with a single API call. This allows developers to access structured data without dealing with CAPTCHAs or layout changes. 🙌 According to Noraina Nordin from SerpApi, this shift saves teams valuable time, enabling them to focus on product development instead of maintenance. Explore more about how SerpApi can streamline...
Nick Lucchesi
2026-05-12 13:48
🚀 Exciting news for developers! Unreal Engine 5.8 Preview is now available for download via the Epic Games Launcher, GitHub, or Linux. This update focuses on enhancing performance with systems that are more reliable, scalable, and intuitive. Explore the new features and improvements today! #UnrealEngine #GameDev #Performance #EpicGames #TechUpdates
2026-05-12 13:36
🚀 The Early Access Program (EAP) for PhpStorm 2026.2 is now live! This program allows users to test upcoming features for free and provide valuable feedback to the development team. Your insights can shape the final release. Key focuses include: - Native support for remote development - Improved handling of PHPDoc-based generics - Enhanced performance and stability Join the EAP today and experience these updates firsthand! #PhpStorm #EAP #WebDevelopment #Coding #Innovation
Hanna Yakush
2026-05-12 13:00
Unlock the potential of your Apple Developer account! 🍏 A free Apple Developer account offers essential tools and resources for building and testing apps. It’s separate from the paid Apple Developer Program but provides direct access to downloads and support. You can access beta versions of Xcode and Apple operating systems, enabling you to test your apps with upcoming features. Participate in developer events and join forums to connect with a global community. For more extensive support,...
2026-05-12 13:00
The use of AI tools with real company data has transformed workplace productivity, but it has also heightened security risks. 🚨 As employees adopt agentic AI, the potential for exposing sensitive information has increased. Companies are now developing usage policies to monitor and manage these risks effectively. 📊 Autonomous agents are appealing for their ability to streamline operations, especially amid a global shortage of cybersecurity talent. However, these agents can inadvertently become...
Monica White
2026-05-12 13:00
A recent investigation revealed a bug in CUBIC, the default congestion controller in Linux, affecting QUIC performance at Cloudflare. The issue involved the congestion window becoming stuck at its minimum, leading to significant performance loss. The bug arose from a Linux kernel change intended to improve CUBIC's behavior. This change inadvertently caused unexpected issues in Cloudflare's open-source QUIC implementation, quiche. The resolution involved accurately assessing idle periods to...
Antonio Vicente
2026-05-12 12:30
🚀 SAP has launched the AI Agent Hub at Sapphire 2026, allowing enterprises to manage all AI agents, regardless of the vendor. This hub provides a centralized command center for monitoring large language models and servers, addressing the growing issue of vendor agent sprawl. Key features include an AI registry for auto-discovery, risk evaluation, and compliance mapping. Identity and access control are set for Q3 2026, ensuring each agent has a unique identity for better governance. #SAP #AI...
Frederic Lardinois
2026-05-12 12:30
SAP has unveiled a managed version of Joule Studio at Sapphire 2026, enhancing user experience in building custom agents. 🤖 This update introduces support for Cursor, AutoGen, and LlamaIndex, along with a bidirectional A2A protocol for third-party agent integration. New SAP Domain Models are also being launched, with early access available now. Customers can enjoy 12 months of free access through the Early Adopter Care program, leading to general availability in Q3 2026. The new Joule Studio...
Frederic Lardinois
2026-05-12 12:01
🚀 Red Hat has launched Hardened Images, a solution for developers to streamline their workflow. These small container images reduce unnecessary software, minimizing security alerts and performance bottlenecks. With a verified supply chain and built-in Software Bill of Materials (SBOM), developers can trust their container contents. The benefits include faster deployment and a growing catalog of ready-to-use images for common tools. 🔗 Learn more at images.redhat.com. #RedHat #DevOps...
Louis Imershein, Ben Breard
2026-05-12 12:01
🔍 Discover how EvalHub efficiently manages AI evaluations with a two-layer Kubernetes control plane. Red Hat AI 3.4 features a unified orchestration layer that supports various evaluation frameworks, allowing for seamless onboarding and consistent scaling. The architecture includes the TrustyAI Service Operator for lifecycle management and the EvalHub Server for orchestration, facilitating robust experiment tracking and resource management. Learn more about integrating EvalHub into your...
William Caban Babilonia, Marius Ion Danciu, Rui Vieira, Matteo Mortari, Julian Payne
2026-05-12 12:00
Volunteering with Cisco's Cancer Support Network changed Priyanshi R.'s perspective on work and connection. Her experience rolling cotton for medical kits highlighted the value of simple tasks and human connection. What started as a break from routine became a moment of reflection and deeper understanding. Engaging in this meaningful activity allowed her to appreciate the impact of small contributions. 🤝💖 #Cisco #Volunteering #CancerSupport #HumanConnection #InternExperience
Cisco Interns
2026-05-12 12:00
🚀 The rise of AI coding agents in DevSecOps is transforming workflows, but it raises critical auditability issues. Recently, a financial institution's team faced challenges when asked to trace the approval and context of an agent-initiated merge request. They found that while outputs were generated, the necessary audit trails were lacking. This gap highlights four common compliance issues: missing provenance, unclear identity attribution, untraceable decision chains, and difficulty in...
Monica White
2026-05-12 09:54
🚀 Did you know C# supports ref return and ref local? These features allow you to work with references to variables instead of just their values. Welcome to dotInsights by JetBrains, your source for the latest in .NET and software development. Explore recent updates from the developer community, including topics like AI development workflows, code quality, and more. Stay informed! #DotNet #SoftwareDevelopment #CSharp #JetBrains #ProgrammingInsights
Rachel Appel
2026-05-12 08:59
🚀 TeamCity 2026.1 has launched with exciting new features! The release includes the TeamCity CLI, enhancing convenience and power in configuration. AI Assistant is now available in Enterprise trial accounts, along with bundled SAML authentication. 🔒 A security vulnerability (CVE-2026-44413) was found in TeamCity On-Premises, but TeamCity Cloud remains unaffected. It's crucial to upgrade or install the security patch. Join the livestream on May 12, 2026, to explore all the new features!...
Olga Bedrina
2026-05-12 08:56
🚀 Exciting updates in Qodana 2026.1! This release features significant linter updates, including the transition of Qodana for C/C++ out of EAP. It's now fully ready for production use in native code development. Key improvements include better build system failure detection and configurable timeouts for large projects. 🔍 Additionally, Qodana for Rust is now available in EAP, catering to the growing community of Rust developers. With over 150 inspections, it aims to enhance static analysis...
Elizaveta Myšáková
2026-05-12 08:56
🚀 Exciting news in AI security! Cisco has open-sourced the Foundry Security Spec, a framework for building agentic security evaluation systems. This model-agnostic approach helps organizations adapt to their unique environments. The spec includes essential roles, a finding lifecycle, and key principles based on real-world failures. It's designed to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in cybersecurity against evolving threats. Learn more about how this initiative aims to empower security...
Omar Santos
2026-05-12 08:00
🚀 Fast mode for Claude Opus 4.7 has launched on AI Gateway in research preview! This new feature offers approximately 2.5x faster output token generation while maintaining the full capabilities of Opus 4.7. To use fast mode, set the speed option to 'fast' in your configuration. Note that pricing for this mode is 6x the standard Opus rates. For more details, check the AI Gateway! #AI #MachineLearning #Opus4 #TechUpdate #Innovation
Jerilyn Zheng
2026-05-12 07:40
🔗 At HumanX, Ryan speaks with Philip Rathle, CTO of Neo4j, about the importance of knowledge context for AI agents. 📉 They highlight how stale training data limits the effectiveness of a model-only approach in enterprise settings. 🧠 The discussion introduces Graph RAG, which enhances accuracy by merging vectors with a knowledge graph, leading to more targeted AI agents. Learn more about Neo4j and its capabilities! #AI #Neo4j #DataManagement #GraphDatabase #KnowledgeGraph
Phoebe Sajor
2026-05-12 05:00
🚀 Exciting news for developers! Okta's Integration Network now offers API Integration Actions for easy app integration. These actions utilize Workflows, a low-code builder, allowing independent software vendors (ISVs) to create integrations for Provisioning, Entitlements, and Universal Logout without complex coding. Benefits include simplified API mapping, no need for SCIM server management, and faster deployment. Ready to build? Start with the Okta Integrator Free Plan and follow the easy...
2026-05-12 04:12
🚀 IBM Vault 2.0 is here with significant UI enhancements! The update features in-product guidance to help users maximize their secrets management experience. Improved reporting offers better visibility into usage patterns across various functionalities. 📊 Key upgrades include a visual policy generator, onboarding wizard, and revamped navigation for easier feature discovery. These changes aim to support user onboarding and enhance operational transparency. #IBMVault #TechUpdates...
Isabela Palanca Aureus