Software Optimisation and Performance Profiling
How to Deal with Performance Problems in Software DevelopmentAs most readers are probably aware, software optimisation is essential to maintaining well-functioning software products, but this can also vary considerably depending on your product’s individual requirements.…
How to Start a Bespoke Dev Project – a Step by Step Guide for SMEs
Unlike startups – which are partial to simpler processes – and larger corporations, where processes are both well established and clearly defined, when it comes to software development, small and medium enterprises, or SMEs, do…
Legacy Systems: Reviving an Old Flash App
Working with Legacy SystemsHere at Software Planet Group, we often deal with all sorts of software projects. Some are brand new, while others are legacy systems. Recently, we received a request from a customer to…
Technical Debt and Its Not-So-Surprising Cost
We live in an increasingly debt-driven society. Think about it. Without a credit history, you are likely to struggle to be accepted for a mortgage or a tenancy agreement, your chances of landing that job…
15 Tips for Working with Remote Developers
15 Tips for Working with Remote DevelopersIn general, when working with remote developers, companies should strive to:Establish Communication With the TeamStay In Constant ContactMake Schedules Convenient for EveryoneProvide Multiple Communication Channels for Your Remote TeamMake…
Hiring Full-Stack Developers: Pros and Cons
Advantages and Disadvantages of Full-Stack Developers In essence, full-stack developers: Possess a Deeper Understanding & Wider View Are More Flexible Choose the Optimal Form of Implementation Handle Errors More Effectively Reduce Implementation Delays Reduce Communication…
Lightweight Desktop Applications with Gio UI
Are Desktop Applications Dead? As modern development continues to hurtle at the speed of light towards exciting possibilities — including web services and mobile applications that can be easily accessed from your pocket — unfortunately,…
Recovering from Business Failure: Fail Fast, Learn Faster
By now, most readers will already be familiar with the Agile concept of failing fast. For those who aren’t, however, this is a highly influential development approach that encourages companies to take bold, decisive action, because…
How to Reduce Software Development Costs
With the time and willingness on our hands, it can quickly become difficult to sit back and twiddle our thumbs. This is why when starting a new software project, our customers are often filled with…
The Values, Principles and Practices of Extreme Programming
Already on his first day of classes at the University of Oregon, at the very young age of 18, Agile demigod Kent Beck somehow knew he was destined for greatness. As the head of his…