As the complexity of software development increases, staying informed about current trends is crucial for IT and software leaders, and the JFrog's Software Artifact State of the Union provides a unique perspective by analyzing data from JFrog Artifactory, used by over 7,000 global customers including major Fortune 100 companies. Unlike other indices that rely on indirect data, this report offers insights into the actual technologies used in production, emphasizing the significance of software packages as accurate indicators of technology utilization. Key findings reveal the dominance of containerization, the rising buzz around newer programming languages alongside the continued strength of traditional ones, and a growing focus on memory-safe languages. The report highlights the critical importance of software packages in production environments, showcasing trends in package popularity and adoption by drawing on data collected since 2020. Notably, C/C++ remains the preferred language for IoT device software, with a significant increase in the use of the Conan package manager since early 2020.