GitHub, South Korean Developer Count Surpasses 2.66 Million – “Global Influence Expanding Rapidly”

Source: CIO Magazine

According to GitHub’s report, the developer community in South Korea has grown significantly, with about 450,000 new developers joining in the last 12 months. This increase positions South Korea among top contributors to open-source projects globally, ranking 11th in contributor count and 6th in AI repository contributions. The emergence of AI has expanded the capabilities and speed of development, further solidifying Korea’s role as a key player in digital innovation.

GitHub’s findings also reveal that AI-based development tools are rapidly gaining traction among major South Korean corporations. For instance, companies like KT, Kakao, and LG Electronics have adopted tools like GitHub Copilot to enhance developer productivity. The overall growth in the number of developers and the integration of AI tools suggests a promising future for South Korea’s digital landscape, leading to increased productivity and innovation across various industries.

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