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Technical deep dives, product updates, and thoughts on AI development.

Jan 23, 2026 announcement product

Introducing mrq: Version Control for AI-Assisted Development

We built mrq because the traditional git workflow doesn't fit how developers work with AI coding assistants. Here's what we made and why.

Jan 23, 2026 feature security

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Introducing Automatic Security Audits (Experimental)

mrq now scans your snapshots for security vulnerabilities as you code. Here's why we built it and how it works.

Jan 22, 2026 recovery ai-coding troubleshooting

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AI Broke My Code: How to Fix It

Your AI coding assistant just broke your project. Here's how to recover your code and get back to a working state fast.

Jan 21, 2026 best-practices ai-coding workflow

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How to Safely Use AI Coding Assistants in 2026

AI coding tools are powerful but risky. Here's how to get the speed benefits without losing your code or introducing bugs.

Jan 20, 2026 backup ai-coding version-control workflow

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Backup Your Code Before Using AI: Complete Guide

Every method to protect your codebase before letting AI make changes. From quick Git commits to automatic snapshots.

Jan 19, 2026 recovery ai-coding cursor claude-code copilot file-deletion

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AI Deleted My Files: How to Recover (Cursor, Claude, Copilot)

Your AI coding assistant deleted important files. Here's how to recover them from Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, and other AI tools.

Jan 18, 2026 git ai-coding version-control workflow

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Git for AI Coding: What's Missing

Git is essential for version control, but AI-assisted development exposes a gap. Here's what's missing and how to fill it.

Jan 17, 2026 git ai-coding version-control workflow

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Why Git Commits Don't Work for AI Iteration

Git commits require discipline that breaks down during rapid AI coding. Here's why, and what to use instead.

Jan 16, 2026 git ai-coding version-control workflow

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Do You Still Need Git When Using AI Coding Assistants?

AI is changing how we code. Does that mean git is obsolete? Here's what you actually need for version control in 2026.

Jan 15, 2026 git ai-coding version-control comparison alternatives

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Git Alternatives for AI Coding: What Else Exists

Looking for better version control for AI-assisted development? Here's what exists beyond git and what actually works.

Jan 14, 2026 git comparison ai-coding version-control

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mrq vs Git for AI Coding: When to Use Each

Git and mrq serve different purposes for AI-assisted development. Here's when to use each and how they work together.

Dec 16, 2025 security code-review ai-coding audit

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How to Audit AI-Generated Code for Security Issues

A practical guide to reviewing code from Cursor, Claude, Copilot for security vulnerabilities before it reaches production.

Dec 16, 2025 security ai-coding awareness secrets

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The Hidden Security Risk of AI Coding Assistants

AI coding tools introduce security vulnerabilities most developers don't notice. Here's what to watch for and how to protect yourself.

Dec 16, 2025 claude-code undo ai-coding version-control

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How to Undo in Claude Code: Every Method Explained

Complete guide to undoing changes in Claude Code. Learn /rewind, checkpoints, ccundo, and automatic snapshot tools.

Dec 16, 2025 cursor undo ai-coding version-control

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How to Undo Changes in Cursor AI: Complete Guide (2025)

Every method to undo and revert AI-generated code changes in Cursor. From Ctrl+Z to checkpoints to automatic snapshots.

Dec 15, 2025 ai-coding best-practices cursor claude-code copilot

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Best Practices for AI Pair Programming

How to work effectively with AI coding assistants like Cursor, Claude Code, and Copilot. Practical tips for safety, speed, and quality.

Dec 15, 2025 cursor git version-control comparison ai-coding

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Cursor Checkpoints vs Git vs mrq: Which Should You Use?

Comparing version control options for AI coding. When to use Cursor's built-in checkpoints, Git, or automatic snapshot tools.

Dec 15, 2025 git beginners ai-coding version-control

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Do I Need to Learn Git? (If You're Using AI to Code)

Honest advice for AI-first developers on whether Git is necessary, and what alternatives exist for protecting your code.

Dec 15, 2025 chatgpt claude ai-coding beginners backup

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How to Not Lose Your Project When Using ChatGPT or Claude for Coding

Practical tips to protect your code when building with AI assistants. Never lose work to an AI mistake again.

Dec 15, 2025 technical architecture

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How mrq Works Under the Hood

A technical deep-dive into mrq's architecture: file watching, snapshot storage, diffing, and how we designed version control for AI-assisted development.

Dec 15, 2025 security ai-coding secrets best-practices

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How to Secure Your Codebase When Using AI Coding Assistants

Protect your code from security risks introduced by AI. Covers secret scanning, code review, and safe AI coding practices.

Dec 15, 2025 version-control beginners ai-coding git

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Version Control Explained for AI-First Developers

A practical guide to version control for developers who learned to code with AI. What it is, why it matters, and how to set it up.

Dec 15, 2025 ai-coding file-deletion safety cursor claude-code

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Why AI Agents Delete Files (And How to Prevent It)

Understanding why AI coding assistants sometimes delete your code, and practical strategies to protect your project.

Dec 14, 2025 cursor claude-code recovery deleted-files ai-coding

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How to Recover Deleted Files from Cursor and Claude Code

Step-by-step guide to recovering files deleted by AI coding assistants. Works for Cursor, Claude Code, and other AI tools.

Dec 13, 2025 ai-coding recovery version-control cursor claude-code

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AI Deleted My Code: How to Recover

Your AI coding assistant just deleted important files. Here's how to recover them and prevent it from happening again.

Dec 10, 2025 ai version-control

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Why Git Doesn't Quite Fit AI-Assisted Workflows

Git is excellent for human developers making deliberate changes. But when AI agents iterate rapidly on your code, the workflow assumptions start to break down.

Dec 5, 2025 ai best-practices

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Practical Strategies for Recovering from AI Coding Mistakes

What to do when your AI assistant breaks something, and how to set yourself up so recovery is painless when things go wrong.

Jan 3, 2025 code-review security ai-coding best-practices

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AI Code Review Checklist: What to Check Before Merging AI-Generated Code

A practical checklist for reviewing AI-generated code before it hits production. Covers security, correctness, and maintainability.

Jan 3, 2025 github-copilot recovery undo ai-coding vs-code

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GitHub Copilot Deleted My Code: How to Recover

Lost code to a GitHub Copilot suggestion? Here's how to recover deleted files and undo unwanted changes from Copilot in VS Code.