This #rd explores practical insights on leveraging GitHub Copilot for enhanced .NET testing, the rise of AI-driven documentation solutions, and the importance of security in coding agents. From dissecting Docker’s MCP servers to debating the merits of Minimal APIs, we cover a mix of .NET updates, developer workflows, and emerging best practices. Whether you’re refining build processes, optimizing codebases, or staying ahead of security trends, these notes offer a curated selection of ideas to spark your next project or refactor.
Let’s unpack what’s new and impactful in tech!
AI
A New Approach for Coding Agent Safety | Docker - Security must be part of our top priorities, and it's very interesting to see docker's effort in this area
Supercharge Your Test Coverage with GitHub Copilot Testing for .NET ( McKenna Barlow) - It's only in the insider version for now, but I'm looking forward to trying it and seeing if it's really better than the one prompt
Are There Any Good AI Documentation Apps Out There? (Rachel Kaufman) - Great question! I believe there is a simple way to do that. More to come.
6 Must-Have MCP Servers (and How to Use Them) | Docker - Nice list of tools that can help your agents.
Ask AI from Anywhere: No GUI, No Heavy Clients, No Friction (Frank Boucher) - A cool little tools that you can call from any terminal (yes it works via ssh too!) that call AI and ask a question or does a web research for you. The post and the video explains how it works and where to find the code.
Programming
Reinventing how .NET Builds and Ships (Again) (Matt Mitchell) - This post is not a 30-second read, but it's a detailed story that explains all the facts and how it was built. That great new version 10 in terms of the build.
Fetching GitHub content from C# (Thomas Ardal,) - Yes, those APIs are pretty cool.
Why you must use Minimal APIs over Controllers for new apps (David) - I really like minimal API, but don't get in a rush to convert all your existing projects; the controller approach is also very valuable.