AI ranking change · 2026-07-14
Semgrep overtakes GitHub CodeQL as Gemini's #1 pick
for sast tool for application security
GitHub CodeQL→Semgrep
On 2026-07-14, Gemini changed its #1 recommendation for best sast tool for application security — dropping GitHub CodeQL from the top spot in favor of Semgrep. The previous #1 had held since 2026-07-09.
“Fast, lightweight, and uses a simple YAML-based rule syntax that allows developers to easily customize rules and prevent noise, driving high adoption in modern CI/CD pipelines.”— Gemini
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