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Debugging isn’t just about fixing code; it’s about reducing uncertainty. We’re taking a massive leap toward solving that problem by introducing a new, upgraded, guided workflow within our existing Debugger Agent in Visual Studio. Mark Downie lays it out for us... https://buff.ly/9s962D2
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You think it's an endpoint problem. It's not. Philip Japikse explains exactly why that happens and it's not what most devs expect. The version lives in the route and that one detail changes everything about how your API handles requests. Full clip from his Fast Focus on API Versioning session at VSLive! Las Vegas: https://lnkd.in/g_RwBYqf
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C++ devs, VS 2026 is stacked 🤩 🚀 Faster IntelliSense 🧠 Smarter code analysis ⚡ Huge build‑throughput gains 🛠️ C++23 + library updates 🔍 Better diagnostics + richer static analysis 🎨 UI polish across the toolchain It’s a full tour of everything landing in 18.1–18.6 — and it’s spicy for real‑world codebases. 👉 Watch the video: https://buff.ly/9LW7gzB
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AI agents: “Sure, I can help.” Also AI agents: “...help with what exactly?” 🧩 Mads Kristensen talks about why vague backlog tickets completely fall apart once teams start trying to use AI in real workflows. Turns out “make it better” is not a great technical requirement. https://lnkd.in/gx5RKmbw
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AI apps stop feeling mysterious once you realize context is everything 🧠 See more from Jerry Nixon & Drew Skwiers-Koballa: https://lnkd.in/gGYZ2jpj
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VSLive! 2026 has three stops left. 📍 Redmond, WA — July 27–31 📍 San Diego, CA — September 14–18 📍 Orlando, FL — November 15–20 Make your plans now. As a Visual Studio Subscriber you can save up to $900 off registration at aka.ms/myvs. From hands-on labs to keynotes, real-time Q&A and networking, it is one of the best ways to carve out dedicated time to learn and get the most out of Visual Studio.
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Watching AI generate something you could actually bring into a planning meeting feels different 📋 Watch more to see Jon Galloway walk through it further: https://lnkd.in/g_wnqKZn
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In today's Visual Studio Toolbox, we look over the WinForms Expert agent〰️which is designed specifically to assist .NET developers building WinForms apps. Check it out: https://buff.ly/TmOYrn3
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Some clean code advice stays memorable because the problem is very real 🪓 Philip Japikse talks about why developers should prioritize readability and making intent obvious, even when something technically feels optional. Because someday somebody else has to understand that code quickly. https://lnkd.in/gD6as5Tb