#dev-tools
// 27 transmissions tagged with #dev-tools
TikZ editor launches as WYSIWYG tool for LaTeX figures
A web‑based WYSIWYG editor for TikZ is now live at tikz.dev/editor, letting engineers and product builders draw LaTeX diagrams visually and export them in common formats. The tool ships with a shape library and full LaTeX package support.
Deno adds desktop runtime in 1.34 release
Deno 1.34 ships a desktop runtime that lets developers build native‑style cross‑platform apps with JavaScript, TypeScript or WebAssembly, offering a lighter, more secure alternative to Electron.
Xan 0.9.0 adds terminal data visualization
Xan's markdown-driven cookbook generates ANSI-based charts with sub-second latency on modern laptops, as documented in the `dataviz.md` file [GitHub Docs].
Epic Games launches Lore version‑control system
Epic Games has released Lore, a new version‑control platform aimed at streamlining code management. The service is live at lore.org and positions the company against established tools like Git.
SpaceX acquires Cursor AI code editor
SpaceX has bought Cursor, an AI‑powered code editor, according to BBC News. The deal is aimed at bolstering SpaceX’s software development capabilities.
Typst 0.15.0 adds new features and performance tweaks
Typst 0.15.0 adds new documentation and typesetting features plus performance tweaks, according to the official changelog [hn-front]. The update is now available for developers and product teams.
Iroh 1.0 released, offering a stable open‑source dev tool
Iroh hits version 1.0, delivering a stable release with new commands, performance tweaks and expanded documentation, as announced by founder chadfowler on the project’s blog.
Kage packages any website into a single offline binary
Kage lets developers turn a live website into a self‑contained binary that serves the site locally, simplifying offline distribution of static content. The tool is open‑source on GitHub.
AI learning leads to Docker and GitHub Actions mastery
A dev.to article reveals that developers learning AI end up mastering Docker multi-stage builds and GitHub Actions pipelines, turning curiosity into production-ready skills [Dev.to].
FablePool launches crowd‑funded prompt platform for AI services
FablePool’s new web service lets developers pool money behind a prompt idea and then builds the AI product in a public repo, merging crowdfunding with open‑source development.
Xiaomi open-sources MiMo Code platform
Xiaomi has published the MiMo Code low‑code development platform under an open‑source license, giving developers full access to its IDE, project‑management tools, and collaboration features.
Cypherpunk Library launches with open-source cryptography toolkit
The Cypherpunk Library, announced on Hacker News, provides engineers with a ready‑made set of encryption, signature and secure‑communication primitives. The codebase is hosted at cypherpunkbooks.com and released under an open‑source licence.
Drumaio: free drum practice app with metronome and notation
WTW.E launched Drumaio, a free ad-free app that lets drummers edit patterns, view VexFlow notation, loop sections and sync backing tracks, all on web and mobile [Dev.to].
Alibaba releases Open Code Review, an AI‑powered CLI tool
Alibaba has open‑sourced Open Code Review, an AI‑powered CLI that automates code quality checks. The tool, now on GitHub, supports Java, Python and JavaScript and integrates with CI/CD pipelines.
Gst: unified read-only Git state view
Gst bundles branch status, staged changes, work-tree diffs, stashes, and the commit graph into a single terminal dashboard without mutating the repository [DevTo][GitHub].
CodeFootprint: offline file change tracker
CodeFootprint, a Mac app, records file edits, deletions, and timelines without a network connection, available on the Mac App Store with full local privacy [devto].
Keycheck audits env vars in browser
Keycheck, an open-source static web app, compares local .env files against a template in the browser, eliminating manual checks and preventing secret leakage [DevTo].
Vivado 2026.1 drops free linux support
AMD's Vivado 2026.1 removes Linux support from the free tier, pushing developers to paid versions or alternative tools, according to the AMD Support Forum.
BBEdit 16 released with Git integration and AppleScript upgrades
BBEdit 16 lands on macOS with deeper source control support, enhanced scripting, and performance fixes for developers
Vivaldi 8.0 launches with tab stacking, built-in code editor
Vivaldi 8.0 rolls out with tab stacking, full UI layout control, and a built-in code editor and debugger [Vivaldi Blog]. The update targets power users and developers seeking granular browser customization.
Mini Shai-Hulud malware hits 314 npm packages
The Mini Shai-Hulud malware has compromised 314 npm packages by injecting obfuscated malicious code, according to SafeDep.
GitHub raises bug bounty payouts, focuses on quality over quantity
GitHub updates its bug bounty program to emphasize high-quality reports, clarifies security responsibilities, and increases rewards—average payout up 30% in the past year.
Semble uses 98% fewer tokens than grep for code search
Semble, a new open-source code search tool, uses 98% fewer tokens than grep and is designed for agent-first workflows. It’s now available on GitHub.
Zerostack, a unix-inspired coding agent, launches on crates.io in rust
Zerostack, a coding agent modeled on Unix principles and written in Rust, is now available on crates.io as version 1.0.0 [crates.io], signaling a new approach to reliable, modular developer tooling.
Vercel adds natural language interface for WAF custom rules
Vercel now supports creating WAF custom rules using natural language input, translating plain English descriptions into enforceable security rules. The feature is available in the Firewall dashboard.
Obsidian outlines plugin ecosystem plans
Obsidian aims to improve plugin stability and security with a more rigorous review process and additional developer resources [Obsidian Blog].
M4 instance with 24gb memory runs local models
A developer ran local models on an M4 instance with 24GB memory, demonstrating its feasibility for development [hn-front].