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Blue Zones of The World: Nicoya Peninsula, Costa Rica

The Nicoya Peninsula of Costa Rica could contain all the secrets to living a long, healthy life. There are regions of the earth specifically identified by their inhabitants. Blue Zones are areas in which the world’s longest-lived people reside. People who have lived beyond the average life span are concentrated these areas because of the […]

Offshore Software Development: Best Practices to Use

Outsourcing often has a negative connotation. The general public thinks of an impersonal, rigid work environment where employees do not necessarily feel invested in the work they do. In actuality, offshore outsourcing is an extremely amicable practice. Especially today where technology allows for fluid communication across borders, offshore employees feel as much a part of […]

Xamarin: What Developers Need to Know

To stay current, it is important that software developers are able to not only develop for the web but also for mobile. Nowadays people are using their cellphones to surf the web more frequently than they are with an actual computer. In a 2016 press release, StatCounter reported that mobile devices accounted for 51.3% of […]

Current Tech Trends to Know About Outsourcing

The tech industry is always evolving. It is vital to constantly keep up with emerging trends in order to stay relevant. Outsourcing as a widespread tech resource has had its challenges, but is becoming more and more accepted. Below we have sourced some recent commentary on tech trends that are currently and will continue to […]

The Future of Remote Workers and How to Stay Engaged Outside of the Workplace

In recent years, the formula for an office job has been pushed to evolve. In our current digitally-driven climate, the 9-5 structure has become almost obsolete. Employees are more inclined to work “remotely” or “telecommute” throughout the work-week. Rather than sitting at a desk for eight hours, remote workers conduct projects, meetings, etc. either from […]

Tips Successful Software Developers Follow to be More Productive

All software developers have their own tips and tricks they use to keep on track and work efficiently and thoughtfully. However, those habits don’t necessarily pave the path to becoming a successful software developer. Below we have outlined a few helpful pieces of advice that established developers hold to be true. While it may seem […]

Reduce Job Stress With These Tips

No matter how much anyone loves their job, they will still have to deal with stress. Some occupations may entail more stressful situations more frequently, however everyone can benefit from learning coping methods. In the tech industry, stress often results from spending a significant amount of time in front of a computer, without enough fresh […]

UX Design Tips Any Business Person Should Know

User Experience design, or UX, is the process of programming websites to better fit the needs of its users. Or otherwise adapting websites to ensure they are user-friendly. A goal for many business owners is to have the format of their website go unnoticed. This may seem counter-intuitive, but more often than not, the general […]

10 Tips for First Time Entrepreneurs

In today’s world it may seem easier than ever to create your own business. As long as you have access to the Internet, the possibilities are endless. However, there are still many difficulties that come along with being a first time entrepreneur. So, below we have assembled a list of ten tips to help you […]

Tech Advice for Startups

To get your startup off the ground, no matter the nature of the business, you must be involved with technology. You may have the best business plan in the universe, but without a way to disseminate that information, the idea is virtually useless. Technology and tech advice is necessary on almost every level in the […]

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