Amidst the complex landscape of challenges faced by software development organizations in 2024, our White Paper, Next-Gen Nearshoring: A Guide for CTOs and Product Development Leaders, illuminates innovative strategies for overcoming obstacles and revolutionizing software development approaches. The white paper navigates the intricacies of four prevailing challenges: In response to these challenges, IT organizations grapple […]

The talent shortage doesn’t seem to be going away anytime soon. “54% of global IT organizations reported that talent shortage was holding them back.” On December 22, 2023, Forbes reported, “More companies are embracing on-demand talent.” In fact, “90% of business leaders view (on-demand talent) as somewhat or very important to their competitive advantage.” As […]

At number8, we cherish the wealth of skills and diverse experiences each team member brings to the table. Today, we are delighted to shine a spotlight on Mauricio Morales, our Consultant Operations Manager master. Getting to Know Mauricio: When did you start working for number8?I joined number8 in November 2009. What do you do at […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, the quest for top-tier talent has become both a challenge and a strategic necessity. As we navigate the intricacies of 2023, software development talent shortages persist despite a semblance of stability in labor markets. This era demands leaders to transcend the aftermath of what was coined as The […]

At Number8, we don’t just build software; we empower our clients to transform their vision into reality. We’re not your average development partner. We’re thought leaders in the realm of Agile software development, where empowerment isn’t just a buzzword but the very essence of our mission. In this blog, we invite you to delve deeper […]

In the fast-paced world of software development, agility is the name of the game. At number8, we understand that being agile is not just a methodology; it’s a commitment to delivering excellence to our clients. In this blog post, we’ll explore why agile software development matters to us and how it benefits both our team […]

Summary: This article covers software developer salary trends for 2021 compared to previous years, as well as wider industry trends. Use it to discover how much you can expect to pay for the best software developers for 2021 and beyond. While 2020 has brought a lot of uncertainty to many businesses and even brought some […]

Software developers are embracing remote work, with 86% choosing to work outside of the traditional office. Almost half of IT professionals surveyed in a recent report considered working remotely a ‘must have’ feature. But what’s the reason for this shift and is it set to continue? Read on to learn about software development trends. And how remote […]

Summary: number8 highlights the 12 principles of the Agile Manifesto designed to support development teams in implementing and executing with agility. The agile methodology started in the software development industry in response to the limitations of traditional software development principles. Eventually, companies realized that it could be used to improve project management, team management, and […]

Summary: Learn more about Node.js, the free open-source, cross-platform server environment! Discover if it could be the right choice for your next web application. ​ The JavaScript Backstory JavaScript is a popular web programming language most often associated with client side or front-end development. Simply put, JavaScript is the language that interacts with the web page’s […]