The first proposed catalog of 'configuration smells' reveals widespread issues like context bloat, skill leakage, and conflicting instructions that can make coding agents less reliable and more ...

If you're exposing your agent to a strong odor, it's time to clean up your instructions. Risky or poorly structured code patterns are known as "code smells," and it turns out coding agent directives ...

NordVPN is a popular paid VPN service used by millions for safe browsing, offering more features than free VPNs NordVPN Config Files allow users to customize their VPN settings for different devices ...

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but Free File, Fillable Forms, MilTax, and some private tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate the free options still ...

Linux configuration can be tricky for new Linux admins. Editing the main config file directly often works, until an upgrade overwrites your changes or a typo takes down a service. That's where .d ...

Community driven content discussing all aspects of software development from DevOps to design patterns. Git has four, and arguably five, separate scopes in which variables can be set. Git cascades ...

Windows 11’s efficiency and sleek design are often celebrated, but even the most advanced operating systems are susceptible to hiccups. One of the most common boot problems stems from a corrupted or ...

Artificial intelligence (AI) makes a foray into the test and measurement world. An AI assistant trained across the NI software suite and built on Emerson’s secure cloud network can analyze code, offer ...

In my previous article in this series, I explained that you can make your PowerShell scripts far more flexible and dynamic by leveraging a configuration file as opposed to hard coding all of the ...