May 13, 2021

Agile meetings: Types, goals, and benefits

Agile Development came about as a response to slow and cumbersome traditional software development methodologies. Developers wanted a more nimble, user-focused model. They wanted to make changes and create software that met stakeholder requirements quickly and precisely. Agile development focuses on the needs of the customer and end-users. The development cycle is a transparent process. The process fosters stakeholder involvement and participation at every step.

May 04, 2021

Software Quality & how to measure it

As technology and what it can do for us becomes more prevalent and sophisticated, the demand for high-quality software also increases. We’ve all heard from a young age that fast and good are often mutually exclusive ideas. 'Do you want it done right, or do you want it done fast?' is something you may have heard in your youth.

April 22, 2021

15 Fantastic SaaS ideas for your startup

SaaS stands for ‘software as a service. SaaS programs are cloud-based software, meaning anyone can access the program from any device that has an Internet connection. In many cases, a third-party software company maintains the servers, creates the code, and hosts the program. There are also programs known as Micro SaaS, which focus on a small, niche market.

April 16, 2021

Software development cost guide with man-day rate estimates

Software development costs depend on what you want from your app or project. If you set realistic expectations, you can expect a realistic budget and time frame for delivery. Time and effort are the basic factors that determine the cost of almost everything in business, and software development is no different. To start working out how much time and effort your custom software will require, you need to consider the scope of the project.

March 31, 2021

How to write technical documentation: Tips and tools

Technical documentation is a catch-all term for writing that tells the end-user how to use your product, and what it can do. In relation to software engineering, technical documents can take many different forms. The goal of this type of writing is to explain everything the reader needs to know, in a way they can understand. Relative to the software development life cycle (SDLC), these documents also keep objectives clear for the developers and shareholders and maintain the organization. Simple, right? Unfortunately, it can be far more complex than that.

March 23, 2021

16 Web application ideas to start a business with

If you’ve made it to this website, you already know what a web application is, but just in case you’re unsure, here’s a quick explanation. A web application is a computer-based program that uses the Internet to perform specific functions for the user. This can be anything from a pizza joint’s make-your-own-pie page, to an online appointment reservation system at your local doctor’s office.

March 09, 2021

Sprint Reviews and Sprint Retrospectives: What’s the difference?

Sprint reviews take place after the sprint goal has been met, and before the next sprint planning session. The goal of each sprint is usually a functional increment, or deliverable. People who should attend these meetings are the stakeholders, Scrum Master and team, and the product owner. These meetings shouldn’t be any more than 4 hours, to keep them from being tedious. 2 to 3 hours should be enough to cover all the relevant topics.

March 04, 2021

Time and materials vs fixed-price: Comparison of pricing models

When we outsource a software development project, we need to know which billing agreement will best meet our needs. We have the choice between two major types of billing agreements: Time and materials and fixed-price. Each model offers distinct advantages and disadvantages. Let’s take a closer look at these two models:

February 22, 2021

The guide to five scrum values

Back in 2016, the creators of Scrum, Ken Schwaber, and Jeff Sutherland, updated the Scrum Guide. They decided to add five values to the guide to help software development teams achieve their goals. While on their face these values may seem simple, they offer teams a set of tools to stay on track and deliver results. The five values are:

February 22, 2021

Scrum Release Planning & how to make one

Scrum in Agile is popular because of its efficiency, and it works so well because of the attention to detail and meticulous planning. A Scrum release plan is a guide that lays out what will be completed, when, and general progress. In addition, the release plan also factors in budget, deadlines, new priorities, and specifications. Despite being in Agile, release planning in Scrum has a rigid structure.

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