The 12 Principles of the Agile Manifesto
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 […]
What is a “Gazelle” Company?
Summary: Gazelle company is a phrase often tossed around to describe profitable businesses. But what does this term actually mean? What is a Gazelle Company? Likening companies to animals is not uncommon. Big businesses, like Wal-Mart, are often referred to as “elephants,” whereas small businesses or mom-and-pop shops are called “mice.” However, the term […]
5 Ways Big Data is Driving Business
Summary: Since 2012, big data analysis for large companies has grown by 40%. Learn about the 5 cores ways it’s being used to expand business. We live in an increasingly digitized world. Many aspects of daily life are now online—news, products, social media, work, entertainment, and more. At 51 years old, the internet may no […]
What You Need to Know About Microsoft xCloud
Microsoft has announced that it will release xCloud sometime during 2020. This is its new streaming service for video gamers to instantly stream down to any device. This will include console games as well as PC versions. Through an internet connection, the games will stream directly from the Microsoft servers, thus avoiding the need to […]
5 Podcasts Every Software Developer Should Check Out
Podcasts have dramatically increased in output and popularity in recent years. They have gone from providing an interesting educational background track for your commute, workout, or house chores to addressing niche topics in an engaging and accessible manner. Luckily, the influx of new podcasts means that there’s something for everyone. There are a number of […]
6 Facts About the Cloud Computing Industry You Might Not Know
Summary: Learn about the cloud computing industry and how new developments are changing how companies do business. For those of you still wondering what the cloud is exactly, think of it as a metaphor for the Internet. Cloud computing is simply a way of storing and accessing files online. One’s cloud can be accessed […]
Microsoft Edge: What to Know About Microsoft’s New Browser
Known for cutting edge technological innovation, Microsoft is always coming up with something new. In January 2020 the company released its new Edge browser. This is a spin off of Chromium, which is an open-source program. Microsoft Edge is very much like the predecessor, Chrome, and in fact supports the Chrome browser extension and has […]
Common Misconceptions About Staff Augmentation
Summary: Staff augmentation has become a popular way to outsource in recent years. However, there are still many things that people don’t understand about it. This article will address 4 common misconceptions about staff augmentation and help you understand if this model is a smart solution for your organization. Simply put, staff augmentation is a […]
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