Renaming the Default Branch of Rust
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The Rust language is renaming its default branch from 'master' to a more inclusive term, sparking a positive reaction from the community, with the change being seen as a step towards greater inclusivity.
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gnabgib
3 months ago
Small discussion (17 points, 9 comments) https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=45612296
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