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Microsoft Open-Sources XAML Studio for Developers
Microsoft has open-sourced XAML Studio, enabling developers to auto-save prototypes and iterate quickly in design phases. This aligns with Microsoft's commitment to the developer community, building on .NET and Azure initiatives.
It empowers smaller teams and startups by enhancing accessibility to advanced tools.
OpenEverest Donated to Microsoft Fabric as Open-Source Tool
Microsoft received a donation of the OpenEverest tool, integrating it into Fabric for enterprise data environments. Popular tools are already integrated, positioning it as a game-changer for complex data handling.
This supports AI agents in automating data processing, freeing developers for higher-level tasks.
Microsoft's Tech Acquisitions Boost AI in Software Development
Microsoft's recent acquisitions focus on AI and automation to address data silos and documentation issues. These moves aim to accelerate time-to-market for innovative products.
They highlight industry trends toward efficient software development.
Microsoft Announces 2026 End-of-Support for Multiple Products
2026 features numerous Microsoft product retirements, including Office LTSC 2021 and Windows Server 2012 on October 13. SharePoint Online and OneDrive block legacy authentication from January 31.
Admins face a busy year of transitions like SQL Server 2016 to Extended Security Updates.
SharePoint Server 2016 and 2019 Reach End of Support July 14
SharePoint versions 2016 and 2019, along with Project Server 2016/2019, end support on July 14, 2026. This allows Microsoft to retire InfoPath 2013 finally.
Legacy admins must prepare for these changes.
Azure Services Retirements Scheduled for Early 2026
Azure Speech to Text API v3.0 retires in March, followed by Windows Server 2016/2019 on AKS. Application Gateway v1 stops forcibly on April 28.
These changes impact cloud deployments significantly.
AI Agents to Break Legacy Architectures in 2026
Predictions indicate AI agents will generate features rapidly, exposing flaws in legacy systems and forcing modernization. Even tools like AWS Transform can't fully resolve tangled dependencies.
This shifts bottlenecks from code to architecture.
Enterprise Software Planning Accelerates for 2026 AI Integration
Enterprise software decisions for 2026 emphasize early planning due to AI, governance, and cost pressures. CX modernization integrates AI into core operations, affecting architecture and ownership.
Trends include agentic orchestration and content management shifts.
Top Tech Trends 2026: AI as Digital Backbone and Self-Building Software
Capgemini forecasts AI becoming the enterprise IT backbone with intelligent apps and self-building software. Dual-use technologies transform development.
These trends reshape software and apps landscape.
Journalism Tech Trends Predict AI Impact on News Apps and Media Software
2026 predictions highlight answer engines, AI slop, and social media shifts affecting media software and apps. Newsrooms adopt AI amid misinformation challenges.
Content strategies focus on distinctiveness.
Application Modernization Expands to SaaS and ISVs in 2026
Modernization targets not just legacy but SaaS products hitting scale limits, driven by AI acceleration. Mid-market firms adopt GenAI tools faster for refactoring.
Urgency from VMware exits and cloud migrations.
Smart Tech Firms Open Developer APIs and Source Code
Recent announcements include opening developer APIs and open-sourcing code for smart tech apps. This enables new app development in the ecosystem.
AirPlay and Spotify Connect persist post-end-of-life.