Mozilla open-source tools help developers build ethical AI datasets

Smiling cookies as Mozilla and EleutherAI unveil open-source tools to help developers build ethical AI datasets and avoid training models on copyrighted material.

Mozilla has unveiled open-source tools to help developers build ethical AI datasets and avoid training models on copyrighted material.

The reliance of many popular large language models (LLMs) on vast datasets scraped from the internet, often encompassing copyrighted works used without permission, presents a significant ethical and legal challenge.

A growing contingent within the developer community believes creating high-quality, ethically sound alternatives is not only...

Letting AI agents navigate and interact with the web

AI development is shifting to an important new phase, with AI agents that can pull fresh information from the web, plan, and execute tasks autonomously. These agents, instead of relying solely on their training data, can interact with the internet to find and make use of the latest data signals.

This kind of dynamic exploration is leading to tremendous advances in AI-powered task automation. With access to dynamic information, AI agents can perform all manner of actions that were...

Enterprise open-source adoption soars despite challenges

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Enterprise adoption of open-source software (OSS) is soaring despite significant ongoing challenges.

According to the 2025 State of Open-Source Report by Perforce, 96% of organisations increased or maintained their use of open-source software in the past year, with over a quarter (25.71%) reporting a significant increase.

This surge in open-source adoption is consistent across company sizes, although the largest enterprises (over 5,000 employees) showed the most...

Your guide to OCR APIs: Unlocking text extraction

Ever wanted to extract text from an image or scan? Thanks to advancements in optical character recognition (OCR) and AI, this is no longer a distant dream. But while OCR has been around for decades, integrating it into applications can still feel like a challenge.

The good news? You don't have to reinvent the wheel. OCR APIs offer a straightforward, reliable way to automate text extraction from virtually any image or document.

In this article, we'll explore how OCR...

Boosting application performance with in-memory distributed caching

The evolution of cloud technologies has transformed how developers create and deploy online applications. As organisations shift from traditional data management approaches to cloud-based solutions, developers face increasing demands for real-time data access, high availability, and scalability. Data management requirements have driven the need for advanced in-memory caching tools like ScaleOut StateServer®.

ScaleOut StateServer is a scalable, in-memory distributed cache designed...

Building smarter safety solutions: fire risk assessment software 

Fire safety has always been a cornerstone of construction and development, playing a vital role in safeguarding lives and property. Traditional approaches to fire detection and risk assessment often relied on manual inspections and paper-based documentation – a process that was time-consuming and prone to human error. The limitations posed significant challenges for developers and building managers striving to ensure compliance with safety protocols while managing complex building systems...

Software development trends and predictions for 2025

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As the world races towards 2025, Developer examines what lies ahead for software development in the new year.

Among the most pressing trends for 2025 are AI development simplification, the integration of cross-functional engineering teams, and the evolution of DevSecOps practices. These shifts promise to redefine how companies approach innovation, security, and efficiency in their development pipelines.

AI-powered development simplification

Avthar Sewrathan, AI...

PostgreSQL becomes developers’ choice for AI and real-time apps

Photo of a person deciding between two paths illustrating a report that PostgreSQL has become the database of choice for software developers for AI and real-time apps.

Timescale has released its latest report showcasing PostgreSQL’s ascension as the database of choice for AI and real-time app development.

The annual survey – which collated insights from 688 developers worldwide – illustrates PostgreSQL’s continued dominance as a versatile, developer-friendly platform.

Key findings include:

PostgreSQL is AI developers’ database of choice: 78.6% of respondents favour PostgreSQL for its flexibility in managing a wide...

Emerging threats in cloud-native application security: Trends to watch

Cloud-native technologies let organisations build and run scalable applications in modern IT environments. Cloud applications typically comprise various components that require robust security measures. Containers, service meshes, microservices, infrastructure, and APIs are elements of this approach to designing and building software. However, organisations should adopt comprehensive security solutions that provide complete visibility into security risks and that can deliver actionable...

2024 Developer Ecosystem: Shedding AI fears, improving DevEx

Happy person sat at a computer illustrating the release of the 2024 State of Developer Ecosystem Report that highlights a number of key software development trends including the acceptance of AI in tools, split between desktop and mobile programming, growth in DevEx, and expected salaries.

Each year, JetBrains, the maker of developer tools like IntelliJ IDEA and PyCharm, compiles its "State of Developer Ecosystem Report," and the 2024 edition offers plenty of insights for the tech community to dissect.

Based on the input of over 26,000 developers worldwide, this year’s edition highlights key trends in programming languages, tools, and processes—placing a particular focus on AI adoption, career shifts, and the state of developer experience (DevEx). 

AI's...