Microsoft is revamping its GitHub platform to combat emerging AI coding competitors like Cursor and Claude Code. In an internal meeting, CEO Satya Nadella emphasized the need to unify development tools, referencing Bill Gates' long-held frustration with software fragmentation. Nadella stated that AI is finally breaking down the barriers between different applications, documents, and websites. The strategic shift for GitHub aims to integrate AI capabilities across all platforms where developers work, including command line interfaces, web browsers, and various coding applications. The goal is to make GitHub a central hub for managing multiple AI agents, ensuring developers have a choice of models and interfaces. This move is designed to regain developer mindshare in the increasingly competitive AI landscape.