April 2026 monthly summary for nf-core/modules: Delivered key feature upgrades to variant calling tools and improved compatibility, with a focus on performance and downstream data usability. Upgraded DELLY to 1.7.3 (multi-threading, VCF/BCF outputs) and MOSDEPTH to 0.3.14 (htslib replaced by gzip). Implemented channel changes and test updates to support new formats, and applied targeted code fixes for stability.

March 2026 monthly summary for nf-core/modules: The primary delivery was a feature enhancement to the PARAPHASE process focusing on robustness and BAM configuration/snapshot handling, with added test coverage for edge cases (e.g., no VCF output) and improved configuration management to boost reliability. This work reduces failure modes, improves reproducibility, and positions the module for more stable deployments.

February 2026 focused on delivering efficiency, reliability, and release readiness for nf-core/modules via the Paraphase module. Key outcomes include a VCF and VCF index zipping optimization that only runs when output files are created, comprehensive edge-case testing, and a structured upgrade path for Paraphase (v3.4.0) with corresponding module/package metadata updates. These changes reduce unnecessary I/O, improve pipeline determinism, and provide a stronger foundation for downstream analyses and deployments across teams.