The highly anticipated Windows Server 2025 image is now available in public preview for GitHub Actions. Developers can leverage this cutting-edge server image by updating their workflow files with runs-on: windows-2025
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What’s New in Windows Server 2025?
The Windows 2025 image includes updated tools and versions, designed to enhance performance and compatibility. However, note that the list of installed software differs from previous versions. For a comprehensive overview of the changes, refer to the announcement details.
Key Considerations
- Testing and Feedback: If you encounter any issues or have suggestions, report them via the runner-images repository.
- Queue Times: Expect longer wait times during peak hours while the image remains in preview.
Explore Windows Server 2025 in your workflows today and shape the future of GitHub Actions!
Real-Time Token and Latency Analytics in GitHub Models
GitHub Models has introduced real-time insights into token usage and latency for developers using its AI-powered playground. These metrics help optimize prompts, control costs, and monitor model response times.
New Features
- Token Metrics: Real-time input and output token tracking.
- Latency Insights: View response times directly in the playground.
- Detailed Analytics: Access in-depth metrics via a modal in the top bar.
GitHub Models continues to empower developers by offering streamlined access to top AI models for creating advanced features and applications.
CodeQL Scans Now Support Private Registries for Java and C# Projects
GitHub Advanced Security customers can now perform CodeQL scans with support for private dependency registries, ensuring comprehensive analysis for Java and C# projects.
Highlights
- Enhanced Scans: Retrieve private dependencies stored in registries like Artifactory during
build-mode: none
scans. - Centralized Configuration: Organization-level credentials simplify dependency management for child repositories.
- Improved Alerts: Detect and mitigate vulnerabilities more effectively with complete dependency access.
This feature is currently in public preview for GitHub Advanced Security users, providing an elevated level of security and code quality.
These updates are pivotal for developers and organizations aiming to stay ahead in CI/CD pipelines, AI development, and secure code practices. Take advantage of these features today!