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Replit Introduces Agent 3 for Extended Autonomous Coding and Automation
Replit has introduced Agent 3, its latest autonomous software agent built to extend the use of AI in programming and workflow automation. Unlike earlier coding assistants that provide small pieces of help through autocomplete or single-step code generation, Agent 3 is designed to carry out tasks over an extended period of time.
on Sep 22, 2025 -
Visual Studio 2022 v17.14 Introduces Agent Mode and Advanced Copilot Assistance
Microsoft has announced the general availability of Visual Studio 2022 version 17.14, introducing agent mode for GitHub Copilot code assistant, among other enhancements. The agent mode enables Copilot to perform complex, multi-step tasks when editing code.
on Jun 02, 2025 -
Microsoft Extends SLNX Solution File Support in .NET CLI
Microsoft has announced experimental support for .slnx files in the .NET CLI v9.0.200, unifying the developer experience among the .NET tooling. This new feature aims to remove clutter in the solution file and to reduce friction when working with large solutions.
on Apr 25, 2025 -
.NET AI Chat Web App Template Preview 2 Released with Qdrant and .NET Aspire Support
The second preview of the .NET AI Chat Web App template has been released, introducing several enhancements to streamline the development of AI-powered chat applications. This update includes support for .NET Aspire and integration with the Qdrant vector database, facilitating the creation of cloud-native applications.
on Apr 21, 2025 -
Microsoft Launches New AI Chat Web App Template for .NET Development
Last week, Microsoft announced a new AI Chat Web App template, available in preview, designed to simplify AI development with .NET. This template is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to make AI more accessible, offering scaffolding and guidance in Visual Studio, Visual Studio Code, and the .NET CLI.
on Mar 14, 2025 -
.NET 10 Preview 1: Updates in Runtime, SDK, Frameworks and More
At the end of February, .NET 10 Preview 1 was released, bringing several major updates and improvements across the platform. This first preview introduces enhancements to the .NET Runtime, SDK, libraries, C#, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, .NET MAUI, and more.
on Mar 11, 2025 -
ByteDance Launches New AI Coding Tool Trae with DeepSeek R1 and Claude 3.7 Sonnet Free for All Users
ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, recently launched Trae, a new AI-powered code editor that offers unlimited free access to DeepSeek R1 and Claude 3.7 Sonnet large language models. Trae has both an international and domestic version, supports Visual Studio Code plug-ins, and competes with an increasing line of AI code editors (e.g., Cursor, Windsurf, PearAI, Replit).
on Mar 04, 2025 -
Microsoft Launches Visual Studio 2022 v17.13 with AI-Powered Enhancements and Improved Debugging
Microsoft has released Visual Studio 2022 v17.13, introducing significant improvements in AI-assisted development, debugging, productivity, and cloud integration. This update focuses on refining workflows, enhancing code management, and improving the overall developer experience.
on Feb 28, 2025 -
GitHub Copilot Extensions Integrate IDEs with External Services
Now generally available, GitHub Copilot Extensions allow developers to use natural language to query documentation, generate code, retrieve data, and execute actions on external services without leaving their IDEs. Besides using public extensions from companies like Docker, MongoDB, Sentry, and many more, developers can create their own extensions to work with internal libraries or APIs.
on Feb 26, 2025 -
C# Dev Kit Update: Enhancements to Solution-Less Workspace and More
Last week, the C# Dev Kit was updated with new features focused on developer workflow and productivity. Key updates include the introduction of solution-less workspace mode, .NET Aspire orchestration, and enhancements to Razor/Blazor support. Additionally, improvements have been made to debugging and testing functionalities.
on Feb 19, 2025 -
GitHub Launches Free Copilot Plan for Visual Studio Code and Visual Studio Users
GitHub has introduced a new free plan for GitHub Copilot in Visual Studio Code, offering 2,000 code completions and 50 chat messages per month without requiring a subscription or payment. The update integrates Copilot as a core feature in the editor, with new tools like Copilot Edits, Custom Instructions, and terminal chat. A similar free plan is also available for Visual Studio users.
on Dec 20, 2024 -
Amazon Q Adds Inline Chat Support for Visual Studio Code and JetBrains IDEs
AWS recently announced that Amazon Q Developer now supports inline chat, enabling developers to discuss and resolve code issues directly within the editor. Combining the benefits of in-IDE chat with the ability to directly update codes, this feature is powered by Claude 3.5 and available in Visual Studio Code and JetBrains IDEs.
on Nov 16, 2024 -
Microsoft Releases .NET 9 Preview 6
Last week Microsoft released the sixth preview of .NET 9 framework, introducing several updates across the .NET Runtime, SDK, libraries, C#, and frameworks such as ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and .NET MAUI. As stated, the release aims to enhance performance, improve developer experience, and expand functionality.
on Jul 19, 2024 -
.NET Upgrade Assistant Introduces Third-Party API and Package Map Support
.NET Upgrade Assistant tool received an update introducing Third-Party API and Package Map Support. This should help developers simplify the upgrade process by identifying and replacing outdated third-party APIs and packages with their updated versions. Microsoft states that the new feature aims to ease transitions between platforms, such as from UWP to WinUI or from Xamarin Forms to .NET MAUI.
on Jul 05, 2024 -
Mistral Introduces AI Code Generation Model Codestral
Mistral AI has unveiled Codestral, its first code-focused AI model. Codestral helps the developers with coding tasks offering efficiency and accuracy in code generation.
on Jun 11, 2024