January 2025 monthly summary for glotzerlab/freud: Delivered a major 3D GaussianDensity initialization and API refactor, enabling proper 3D vector handling and initialization. The update removes deprecated CorrelationFunction usage, updates constructor and width access, and ensures correct behavior in 3D contexts. All related tests pass, reducing risk for downstream users and enabling broader adoption of GaussianDensity in complex simulations. This work enhances reliability for 3D workflows and positions the project for future feature integrations.

November 2024 monthly summary for glotzerlab/freud highlighting key features delivered, major fixes, impact, and technologies demonstrated. The month focused on API modernization, packaging stability, and Python bindings enhancements to improve developer experience and downstream adoption.

October 2024: Hoomd-blue development focused on API stability for BoxMC and safer parameter handling in IntegratorHPMC, with documentation and tests aligned to reflect breaking changes. Delivered BoxMC Pressure Parameter API overhaul (betaP -> P), fixed division-by-zero, and updated Python bindings; implemented safer setKT signature for IntegratorHPMC. These changes reduce runtime errors, improve usability, and provide a clearer migration path for users.