Elixir-Tools Project Progress and Community Update

The elixir-tools Update Vol. 6 provides an overview of recent progress and exciting news related to Elixir development tools. The major announcement includes the addition of Nikola Jichev to the core team, celebrated for his exceptional open-source contribution efforts. Elixir's creator, José Valim, through his company Dashbit, has joined as a sponsor, marking a significant endorsement of the project. The language server 'Next LS' has seen an impressive milestone with over 20,000 total downloads and numerous upgrades, such as major improvements in autocomplete capabilities, the integration of a bundled Elixir version, and the addition of useful snippets and code actions for Elixir developers. Additionally, a new tool called Tableau helps streamline the creation of new websites with various styling options. Community engagement continues to be a focus, with a growing Discord server and open invites for contributions, discussions, and financial support. These developments underscore the vitality and forward momentum of the Elixir development ecosystem.