GitLab devsecops survey finds progress, new priorities
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GitLab's 2024 Global DevSecOps Report, based on a survey of 5,315 professionals, indicates a strong trend towards AI integration in development processes, with 78% of respondents adopting or intending to adopt AI. While a promising 67% report significant automation in their software development life cycle, concerns about software supply chain security arise, as only 21% of organizations utilize a software bill of materials. Given that a substantial portion of code originates from open source libraries, heightened vigilance and documentation practices are essential.
GitLab's 2024 Global DevSecOps Report reveals that while AI and automation are top priorities, software supply chain security demands more focus with only 21% using proper documentation.
The survey indicates a significant jump in AI adoption among developers, with 78% either using or planning to use AI in development work, up from 64% last year.
Despite the promising trends in automation, the report highlights that a significant portion of code is derived from open source libraries, necessitating better supply chain security measures.
The results suggest that while automation in the software development life cycle is thriving, a lack of proper documentation for software components remains a critical issue.
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