New chrome extension provides security check on open source code

Developers frequently make use of open source components in order to speed up projects and save them having to reinvent tasks. But this can lead to the introduction of hidden security risks. Now though open source marketplace xs:code is launching a new, free chrome extension, xs:code Insights, which provides users with intuitive, in-depth analytics on open source repositories, including repository score, security analysis, maintenance and activity status, reviews, ratings and more. The new extension helps developers make an educated decision about which open source repositories to use in their projects. As well as getting support, bug fixes and custom features… [Continue Reading]