8 Traits of a Skilled Project Manager
Summary: Whether you’re searching for a good candidate or looking to become a skilled project manager yourself, here are some important traits to hone in on. A project manager’s job entails moving a project from conception to completion all the while ensuring a client’s needs and wants are being met and that the team is reaching […]
5 Questions To Ask Before Starting the Software Development Process
Summary: Asking the right stakeholder questions can help you understand their priorities and plan the development process accordingly. In this article we’ll introduce you to 5 questions that need to be asked during Sprint 0. Software development is an intricate process that requires skill, planning and team effort. There are always stakeholders involved […]
5 Benefits of Stakeholder Interviews
Summary: It’s important to take time during the planning stages of a project to check-in with the project’s stakeholders. These interviews will provide you with the guidance needed to deliver a product that not only meets, but exceeds expectations. In this article, we’ll highlight the top 5 benefits of interviewing stakeholders prior to beginning a […]
“Automated QA: Save time, use a web calendar handler!”
Number8’s very own Derick Arzu was recently published on Medium. Read the article on automated QA processes below. Text boxes, check boxes, radio buttons, and other elements of forms are fairly simple to deal with when it comes to developing UI functional tests for a web application. But what happens when you want to write […]
Q & A Best Practices
On top of delivering a project on time and within budget, developers must test for quality assurance upon completion to ensure stakeholders’ expectations have been met. However, testing for quality after a product is built, usually results in far too little, too late. The agile model of software development encourages practicing quality assurance throughout every […]
10 Agile Terms You Should Know
Summary: We’ve put together a list of the top 10 agile terms in software development! Learn more about these buzz words and how number8 can help your organization implement an agile methodology while leveraging development outsourcing. Top 10 Agile Terms 1. Agile Manifesto The agile manifesto is a great starting point for anyone […]
How To Overcome 7 Common Software Development Obstacles
Summary: Software development obstacles may seem inevitable, but if you know how to avoid these 7 common mistakes, you can save yourself a lot of headaches. Launching a newly developed software is as challenging as it is rewarding. Developing software from the ground up is no easy feat. It takes a lot of planning, […]
Preparing for the Remote Work Culture
If you’re making the transition to remote work after working in an office from 9-5, 5 days a week, you’ll quickly learn a notable difference in the work culture. Whether you’re looking to work from home or are an employer wanting to outsource tasks, getting familiar with the customs of those who work remotely will […]
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