We have recently made some additions and improvements to specific features within Apache . The updates include adding jwe decrypt and brotli plugins, adding more attributes to openid-connect plugin, allowing CORS plugin to support Timing-Allow-Origin, and using lua-resty-events as the default event mechanism. For additional information, please consult the bi-weekly report.

Introduction​

From its inception, the Apache project has embraced the ethos of open-source community collaboration, propelling it into the ranks of the most active global open-source API gateway projects. The proverbial wisdom of 'Many hands make light work' rings true in our way, made possible by the collective dedication of our community.

From 12.04 to 12.17, a total of 21 contributors made 46 commits to Apache . We sincerely appreciate your contributions to Apache .

We have recently added and enhanced several plugins, and here is a summary of the updates:

1. Add jwe decrypt plugin

2. Add more attributes to openid-connect plugin

3. Add support for the Timing-Allow-Origin header in CORS plugin

4. Add brotli plugin

5. Use lua-resty-events as the default event mechanism

Our bi-weekly Apache community report is your window into the project's weekly developments. It is a tool to facilitate your seamless integration into the Apache community, ensuring that you stay well-informed and actively involved.

Contributor Statistics​

Highlight of Recent Feature​

• Add jwe decrypt plugin (Contributor: fishioon)

• Add more attributes to openid-connect plugin (Contributor: kayx23)

• Add support for the Timing-Allow-Origin header in CORS plugin (Contributor: skimdz86)

• Add brotli plugin (Contributor: yuweizzz)

• Add new lua-resty-events as the default event mechanism (Contributor: bzp2010)

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