API Management: Seamless Experiences of Connected Systems

DZone Trend Reports zoom in on the content from our Research Guides that readers have found most useful. The API Management Trend Report features in-depth original research on developer preferences surrounding API programs and integrated systems. Experts in the field also share their perspectives on the importance of developer experience to API strategy, the business value of various API types, and the challenges of API-driven digital transformation.

Application Security: Defending the End-to-End Lifecycle

DZone Trend Reports will expand on the content from DZone Research Guides that our readers have told us is most useful. The Application Security Trend Report analyzes new developments in the increasingly important field of AppSec to predict what's next.

Databases: Evolving Solutions and Toolsets

Software applications rely on databases to deliver data from an ever-increasing array of sources — securely, at scale, and in real time. From graph databases and specialized time-series databases to ensuring high performance and deploying across platforms, DZone's 2019 Guide to Databases dives into the technologies and best practices that help developers extract near-instantaneous insights from complex data.

Automated Testing: Facilitating Continuous Delivery

It's no surprise that more organizations are making the shift from manual to automated testing — or that they're incorporating testing earlier in the software development lifecycle. Automated testing is a significant step on the road to continuous delivery. Download this guide to learn when to implement test-driven development, how to automate mobile UI testing, how to use natural language processing to write automated tests in plain English, and much more.

Containers: Orchestration and Beyond

From the introduction of Docker to LXC to Kubernetes, the world of containers has been constantly evolving — and it is not going to slow down any time soon. As the adoption of containers and their counterparts increases drastically, engineers and enterprises have had to increasingly put work into ensuring not only container security but also general functionality and maintenance. Download this guide to learn major orchestration trends, Kubernetes security, and more!

Java: New Developments and Features

Oracle's latest long-term release, Java 11, has been out for several months, Java 12 has just hit the scene, licensing has changed, and MicroProfile is growing. As Java continues to move faster, DZone is committed to educating our readers about the most important new features, why you should move beyond Java 8, how developers are using Java, and more.

The Internet of Things: Connecting Devices and Data

Whether you recognize it or not, the Internet of Things is becoming more pervasive everywhere, and it will only become more useful as more data is collected and analyzed and connected devices become more resilient and accurate. The 2019 Guide to the Internet of Things will explore how you can get started building your own connected devices and products, and how exactly to utilize all of your data to the best of your ability.

Big Data: Volume, Variety, and Velocity

Big data is the new competitive advantage and it is necessary for businesses. With the growing proliferation of data sources such as smart devices, vehicles, and applications, the need to process this data in real-time and to deliver relevant insights is more urgent than ever. The 2019 Guide to Big Data will explore tools and ecosystems for analyzing big data and relevant use cases ranging from sustainability science to autonomous vehicles.

DevOps: Implementing Cultural Change

There’s no shortage of developers and enterprises of all sizes who are interested in the increased speed, collaboration, and iteration that DevOps promises. And with our research showing that more than half of organizations have an officially designated DevOps team, the prevalence of DevOps is only going to grow. In this Guide, you’ll learn about cultural shifts within DevOps, how to achieve resilient software delivery with CI/CD, the rise of DevXOps, and more.

Microservices: Speed, Agility, and Flexibility

Microservices have dramatically improved developers’ ability to easily change, replace, and scale applications. The increased popularity of Microservices has even led to the development of technologies that coordinate well with the architectural pattern, and have helped facilitate container adoption and continuous delivery. This Guide focuses on the best approaches to reduce overhead during migration, an efficient method that teams working with Microservices can communicate with each other, and the best hosts for your applications.

Dynamic Web and Mobile Application Development

As mobile devices have become more and more engrained into everyday life, the line between web and mobile has become more and more blurred. Native development has given way to hybrid and web-based approaches. Download this guide to learn about how application development trends have changed to account for these changes, managing APIs and security in mobile development, 12-factor app guidelines, and more.

Databases: Relational and Beyond

The question in database technology is not SQL vs. NoSQL, it is how to use multiple kinds of databases to handle multiple use cases based on their persistence models. The 2018 Guide to Databases: Relational and Beyond explores how developers use polyglot persistence to achieve their goals, the benefits of utilizing graphs, and more.

Cloud: Serverless, Functions, and Multi-Cloud

As the cloud continues to mature and its adoption rates rise, the reach of technologies like serverless and FaaS is expanding further and further all the time. Companies can no longer afford to not take advantage of the cloud. The 2018 Guide to Cloud: Serverless, Functions, and Multi-Cloud covers how edge computing interacts with the cloud, how to leverage serverless architecture, what the hybrid cloud means, and more.

Security: Defending Your Code

As software attacks become more frequent and severe, it’s becoming more and more important to understand the top threats and how to protect against them. The 2018 DZone Guide to Security: Defending Your Code covers going beyond shifting left to protect applications, how to reduce hacker risk, and how AI takes security to the next level.

API Management: Comparative Views of Real-World Design

Discover what you need to know about the state of API management and enterprise integration. This guide explores API design, integration best practices, and securing APIs. Significant developments in microservices architectures, application security, and API design best practices require the latest knowledge of integrating systems. Learn how Integration is changing with the times. The 2018 Guide to API Management explores the API design, integration best practices and securing APIs.

Artificial Intelligence: Automating Decision-Making

Artificial Intelligence has exploded throughout the last year, improving many existing technologies and solving new problems. AI’s involvement in the open-source community should be no surprise either, as the research from open-source AI frameworks has led to algorithms and pre-trained machine learning and deep learning models. In the 2018 Guide to Artificial Intelligence: Automating Decision-Making, you’ll read about the breadth of uses cases that AI can solve, including how Apache Ignite can combat credit card fraud. You’ll also read about the rise of predictive analytics, the revolutionary qualities of Edge AI, and four use cases for predictive analytics.

Automated Testing: Your End-to-End Ecosystem

Automated testing has matured significantly from its initial purpose of conducting simple tests to being of product-level importance for building software at the levels of quality and speed required by today’s market. Now automated testing powers continuous delivery/deployment pipelines and is an essential part of a modern SDLC. In this Guide, you’ll learn the key principles of chaos engineering, discover strategies for maintaining and scaling your end-to-end testing, and explore best practices for test-driven development.

Containers: Development and Management

The growing popularity of containers has led to increasingly diverse use cases for container technologies. Implications of this change are wide-ranging, affecting everything from app deployment, to hosting, to CI/CD. New challenges are arising as well, including concerns about data security, implementation issues, and developer experience. In this Guide, you’ll learn best practices for managing multiple clouds, explore reference architectures for implementing cloud-native enterprises, and discover Kubernetes object management techniques to make your work plan faster and smoother.

Java: Features, Improvements, and Updates

Ever since James Gosling introduced Java to the world in the mid-nineties, this programming language has held a special place in the technical world. With its simple nature, outstanding community, and extraordinary ecosystem of libraries and utilities, it’s no surprise that it remains the most popular programming language. Oracle's change to a six-month release cadence can make it difficult to keep up with the current state of Java, but we’d like to catch you up and prepare you for the future with updates on Java 9 and 10 releases, what’s new with Java EE, and an exploration into null-safety in Kotlin and Java.

Open Source: Democratizing Development

The impact open-source software has had on development teams is nothing short of spectacular, driving everything from DevOps adoption to data management. This Guide provides practical tips for dealing with open source’s particular challenges, such as community friction, security concerns, and documentation issues. Learn how to create clear community guidelines, make your first OSS project contribution, and the history of how open source became a global phenomenon.

IoT: Harnessing Device Data

There are now more connected devices on the planet than people, and that number will continue to rise as the usefulness of IoT is further realized. This Guide will provide you with the tools you need and the knowledge to efficiently use IoT technology. Learn how to use sensors to gather data, show you how to create an IoT data processing pipeline, and explore the benefits and downsides of smart cities.

Performance: Testing and Tuning

The entire dynamic of development and operations teams has shifted with the emergence of machine learning in performance testing and the prioritization of performance early in the SDLC. This Guide will explore common performance testing mistakes and how to fix them, help you discover the best tools to use when monitoring microservices, and look into the history of performance engineering.

Game Development: Building Immersive Worlds

Game Development lies at the intersection of software, hardware, creativity, and human interface design. Recently, we’ve seen another evolution that has taken each of these elements to the next level, particularly with the rise of virtual and augmented reality. This Guide will help you get started in game development, provide tips on how to create a positive user experience, and show you ways to handle holograms in Unity’s game engine.

Big Data: Stream Processing, Statistics, and Scalability

Big Data is the new competitive advantage and it is necessary for businesses. With Blockchain tech, Cloud, and IoT adding new dimensions to Big Data, we see the creation and growth of new Big Data Storage and Analytics applications to pull value from the data. The 2018 Guide to Big Data will explore the evolution of Big Data, provide case studies on Big Data reference architectures, and leave you with the knowledge to scale your Big Data architecture.

DevOps: Culture and Process

As DevOps continues to evolve, we are witnessing the speed at which it’s being implemented at all levels, whether it be at a start-up or an established enterprise. With this sustained growth, it’s also important to recognize the foundation of what makes DevOps successful. The 2018 Guide to DevOps explores topics such as DevOps culture and philosophy, CI/CD and Sprint Planning, and Continuous Delivery Anti-Patterns.

Microservices: Breaking Down the Monolith

Microservices haven’t yet hit their 10th birthday, and already, they have dramatically improved developers’ ability to easily change, replace, and scale applications. The increased popularity of Microservices has even led to the development of technologies that coordinate well with the architectural pattern. This Guide focuses on the best approaches to reduce overhead during migration, an efficient method that teams working with Microservices can communicate with each other, and the best hosts for your applications.

Web Development: Frameworks and Responsive Design

As 2018 approaches, we continue to see new technologies and frameworks emerge on a consistent basis and existing ones continue to adapt and improve. With this wide selection of tools, it is difficult to find the one that fits your needs for a particular task or project...until now. The 2017 Guide to Web Development will help you find the optimal tool for your web development needs, cover the best practices for building modern websites, and show you how you can secure your web app on major platforms.

Databases: Speed, Scale, and Security

Advances in database technology have traditionally been lethargic. That trend has shifted recently with a need to store larger and more dynamic data. This Guide is focused on how to prepare your database to run faster, scale with ease, and effectively secure your data.

Artificial Intelligence: Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics

The age of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning technologies seems to be right around the corner. Companies like Facebook & Google are breaking ground on astounding innovations in AI while others, like Tesla, warn of the possibility for harm. The purpose of this Guide is to steer you and your team through endless possibility, and to help build ethically responsible technologies that improve and enhance our lives.

Proactive Security: Apps, Environments, and Messaging

With the rise of high-profile ransomware and DDoS attacks comes a greater need than ever for powerful application security. The 2017 Guide to Proactive Security discusses the actions that experts are taking to combat the growing list of threats, and what developers can do to be proactive in securing their apps and processes.

Automated Testing: Improving Application Speed and Quality

Automated testing has many exciting benefits, like decreasing time to market, improving software quality, and incentivizing developers to build applications that will pass tests the first time around. The 2017 Guide to Automated Testing covers what code can or should be automated and tutorials to get you started. Learn more about mobile testing in Kotlin, go beyond what Selenium provides for web application testing, and take a deep dive into trends such as Behavioral-Driven Development and Visual Regression.