Culture and Methodologies Resources

Maximizing Developer Efficiency and Productivity in 2024: A Personal Toolkit

In the fast-paced world of software development, staying ahead isn't just about working hard—it's about working smart with the latest tools at hand.

March 22, 2024

by Navdeep Malik

· 19,875 Views · 1 Like

Some Thoughts on Bad Programming Practices

I have seen, over time, that developers seem invested in learning new things for the sake of new things, rather than getting better at existing approaches.

March 21, 2024

by Greg Hall

· 16,597 Views · 6 Likes

Remote Work Security Tips for Developers

Best practices for remote work security for developers include creating office setup standards, requiring cybersecurity training, providing immediate support, and more.

March 21, 2024

by Zac Amos

· 17,801 Views · 1 Like

Those Were The Days?! A Humorous Reflection on the Evolution of Software Engineering

Writing software is ever more complicated, but have you ever wondered what it was like before all the tools and technology we have today? You may regret asking!

March 21, 2024

by Scott Sosna

CORE

· 6,073 Views · 5 Likes

6 Agile Games to Enhance Team Building and Creativity

So, if you are wondering how to encourage your team to embrace Agile values and principles, Agile games are one of the best options to get started with.

March 19, 2024

by Stylianos Kampakis

· 5,424 Views · 2 Likes

Continuous Improvement as a Team

The top ten continuous improvement actions for teams, from scrum values to stakeholder inclusion to continuous learning.

March 19, 2024

by Stefan Wolpers

CORE

· 4,711 Views · 7 Likes

Women in Tech: Pioneering Leadership in DevOps and Platform Engineering

One of the most significant changes in recent years is the increasing visibility and impact of women in tech, especially in fields like DevOps and platform engineering.

March 14, 2024

by Ankush Madaan

· 6,632 Views · 1 Like

BPMN 2.0 and Jakarta EE: A Powerful Alliance

Jakarta EE, combined with BPMN 2.0, forms a powerful alliance for developing robust, scalable, and interoperable BPM solutions.

March 14, 2024

by Ralph Soika

· 4,685 Views · 3 Likes

How To Optimize Your Agile Process With Project Management Software

An Agile process does not become optimized automatically. Learn how you can optimize your Agile process with project management software.

March 13, 2024

by Sandeep Kashyap

· 5,363 Views · 4 Likes

From Software Engineer To Engineering Leader: A Strategic Career Transition

This article spills the beans on the ins and outs of this evolution, dishing out a no-nonsense guide for anyone itching to ride this transformation wave.

March 13, 2024

by Smit Gujarathi

· 2,902 Views · 3 Likes

Effective Mentorship in Software Development: A Roadmap for Seasoned Engineers

Delve into the profound significance of mentorship, with insightful anecdotes and actionable tips for senior engineers eager to become impactful mentors.

March 12, 2024

by Smit Gujarathi

· 2,786 Views · 5 Likes

Why We Built Smart Scaler

Smart Scaler uses AI to automate cloud service scaling based on application behaviors, optimizing performance and reducing costs.

March 12, 2024

by Prasad Dorbala

· 5,577 Views · 2 Likes

Sprint Anti-Patterns

This article covers the three Scrum accountabilities (formerly roles) and addresses interferences of stakeholders and IT/line management with this crucial Scrum event.

March 12, 2024

by Stefan Wolpers

CORE

· 4,170 Views · 4 Likes

Another Trick To Find Remote Jobs

Prove you're the right person for the job AND underscore the inherently remote nature of the work. It gives hiring managers the ammunition they need to make the argument.

March 11, 2024

by Leon Adato

· 2,474 Views · 1 Like

What’s a Resume For?

A resume is not a loving retrospective of your work history. A resume serves EXACTLY one purpose: to entice the recipient to call you for an interview.

March 8, 2024

by Leon Adato

· 4,359 Views · 4 Likes

Finite State Machines: How to Enhance Software Testing

This article explores the pros and cons of FSMs via simple examples. Also, see a short comparison between FSMs and program graphs in software testing.

March 8, 2024

by Stelios Manioudakis, PhD

CORE

· 9,255 Views · 2 Likes

4 Metrics Your Development Team Can Leverage To Visualize and Accelerate Flow

The Kanban Guide for Scrum Teams introduces 4 key flow metrics that teams can use to improve their flow — this article introduces these metrics and ways to leverage them.

March 8, 2024

by Yuval Yeret

· 2,787 Views · 2 Likes

How To Engage More Developers With Open Source Projects

"Developer Chasm" is a stage where open-source project growth is stuck after initial engagement. To fix this, simplify communication using the QUAKE method.

March 8, 2024

by Pradeep Sharma

· 3,958 Views · 2 Likes