The GNOME 50 beta release has launched, initiating a phase known as The Freeze, which locks in new features and requires developers to address any lingering bugs before the final release. Developers are urged to begin testing their applications early, particularly those dependent on libraries or extensions that may experience breaking changes. Key updates include improvements to the libadwaita library, changes in Gnome-Shell volume sliders, and the removal of certain modules, necessitating adjustments for impacted extensions or apps. Additionally, developers are advised to check for deprecation warnings and test their extensions on the beta version to ensure compatibility as performance enhancements are also introduced

GNOME 50 Beta Arrives: What Developers Need to Know Before Upgrading

The GNOME 50 beta release is now available, marking the start of the UI, feature, and API freezes known as The Freeze. This freeze locks in new features and requires developers to squash any remaining bugs before the final 50 release. Developers are encouraged to test their applications early, especially those that rely on libraries or extensions with breaking changes between beta and stable releases. By testing early, developers can adjust to any necessary updates and ensure a smooth transition when GNOME 50 is released.

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