The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Han shot first (Friends)
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Feb 13, 2026 
Brett Cannon, a Python core developer who drives packaging and tooling like pyproject and lock files. They chat Star Wars viewing orders and the Han-shot-first controversy. They dig into why Python needed a standard lock format, prebuilt CPython binaries, and new tooling like uv and Astral. They also cover governance, STAR voting, and the emotional costs of stewarding open source.
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Watching Star Wars With Kids
- Brett watched the Star Wars movies chronologically with his son and reflected on how watching order changes experience. He and hosts discuss Machete Order and parenting choices about when and how to show films.
Small Edits Change Character Arcs
- Changing small film details can ripple into character arcs and fan backlash. The 'Han shot first' edit softened Han's redemption and sparked long-lasting fan protest.
Voice Synthesis Raises Ethical Lines
- Deepfake or synthesized voices blur the line between character and person and raise ethical questions. Brett and hosts contrast licensing for fictional characters versus preserving a person's legacy like David Attenborough.
