I had an idea for an animated view of a sales tool, and started to build this in PowerPoint. I decided to switch to Claude and ended up with an interactive one-page web app. This post looks at how I approached the process.This is part of a series of experiments with AI systems.Editing in PowerPointSomeone sent me a slide in PPT and asked me for feedback. I wanted to adjust the look, and started to make changes in PPT. I was moving boxes, changing a few colors, and adding something that I thought would have more impact.I was about to…
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The integration of AI in DevOps brings both opportunities and accountability challenges. This article explores the implications of AI decision-making within CI/CD pipelines and emphasizes the need for governance frameworks to ensure responsible AI use while maintaining trust and efficiency.
Learn how to enable and configure AI agents in ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors to automate document editing, generate content, analyze files, and boost productivity on Linux. Whether we like it or not, artificial intelligence is becoming more and more widely used in different areas, changing our habits and the way we live and work. That’s why knowing how to use its strengths and deal with its weaknesses is crucial if you want to maintain your productivity under constantly changing circumstances. Making the AI technology your digital ally is not so difficult if you have access to the right AI tools, know…
Enhance Gemini CLI with new hooks to customize AI assistant workflows without code changes. Improve control and optimize AI for development teams.
A survey of 418 DevOps professionals finds that while DevOps teams closely monitor and observe the performance of applications, not nearly as many are able to correlate the value of those efforts to the business. Conducted by Catchpoint, a unit of LogicMonitor, the survey finds more than two-thirds (67%) believe application degradations are either always […]
Coder introduces an AI maturity self-assessment service to help organizations evaluate their AI adoption in software development. As teams transition from ad hoc usage to structured workflows, this tool addresses the need for governance and oversight in AI-driven projects.
One of the features we advocates have been advocating for is a better way to track security changes in your SQL Server instances. The first slice of this work is in preview (as of 12 Jan 2026) and this post looks at what’s available.This is part of a series of posts on Redgate Monitor. Click to see the other posts.Tracking Security ChangesThe first iteration of tracking security changes queried instances and databases for information, stored it, and then compared it with other queries to determine what had changed. This was done hourly, and worked well, but it could not determine…
Next Monday, February 9, 2026, my one-day live online training SQL Server Query Tuning Fundamentals will take place! This hands-on session is designed to help DBAs, developers, and consultants deeply understand how SQL Server executes queries and how you can systematically improve performance with smarter indexing and execution-plan analysis.If you’re still on the fence – there are still open seats available, but they’re filling up quickly. Don’t miss your chance to:Learn how SQL Server accesses data and chooses execution plansUnderstand core query operators and performance pitfallsSpeak confidently about tuning and optimization – not guessing Secure your spot today before it’s…
Explore the future of DevOps with bot-driven development (BotDD) that integrates AI-powered tools. Learn how intelligent agents enhance automation, testing, and project management, transforming the software lifecycle.
In this guide, we feature some of the best Linux distributions with the stunning KDE Plasma desktop environment that deliver the perfect blend of beauty, performance, and customization. The KDE Plasma desktop is renowned for its sleek design, extensive customization options, and impressive performance. For users who appreciate a polished, modern interface with the flexibility to tweak every detail, Plasma is a dream come true. But which Linux distributions make KDE Plasma their default desktop environment? Here, we’ll explore seven standout distros that embrace Plasma, each offering its unique spin on this versatile desktop environment. 1. Kubuntu Kubuntu is the…