There are millions of developers worldwide, each of them is working on different platforms and programming languages. Every other developer has a different way of writing their code, but one common aspect is their logical and analytical mindset. This blog will go through some of the daily interactive areas of a developer and situations that […]
Agile Development
Does Your Team See the Big Picture?
If I were to ask one of your team members “what are you building?”, what are they more likely to answer? I’m adding a couple of checkboxes to the “Subscriptions” page I’m working on a feature that allows us to learn how and when a customer wants to hear from us. This will allow us […]
Perficient Latin America, Best Agile Place to Work Nominee
Perficient is a highly awarded company by clients, colleagues, partners, and communities where it operates. Perficient Latin America is thrilled to continue setting this high standard by announcing our nomination from the World Agility Forum (WAF) in the category of Best Agile Place to Work. The WAF is a not-for-profit organization that seeks to recognize companies […]
Agile Brainstorming: Introduction
What is it? Brainstorming is a technique of generating ideas by a group of people or team members by presenting them with a problem statement and having an open discussion. When applied to agile projects, this technique can produce interesting solutions and hence is referred to as Agile Brainstorming. Why is it important? There are […]
DevOps Tools Radar: Choosing and Classifying the Best Tools for a Project
Tools are a crucial element of the DevOps process, but the sheer quantity of tools out there can be pretty overwhelming for new DevOps practitioners. To get around this challenge, our experts have designed a DevOps tools “Radar”, which helps engineers select the best possible tools for whatever problem they face. The Radar categorizes tools […]
What is a Product Owner and What Makes Them Successful?
Successful software products rely on a diverse range of people from different backgrounds with unique skills, making software outsourcing a key driver of innovation. Designers, developers, quality control teams, product specialists, and client partners all need to work together seamlessly to reach the same goal, which is where a product owner (PO) comes in. In […]
Coaching Vs. Teaching: How to Maximize the Advantages of Each
In many workplace environments, especially in the software development outsourcing industry, the concepts of teaching and coaching are often used interchangeably, despite being independent, unique approaches to employee development. Without a clear understanding of each practice, and the impacts they have on the recipients of those practices, it’s easy to get confused about which avenue […]
How to Migrate to Microservices (And Recognize When You Need Them)
Microservices can become a strong pillar of innovation, but the process of adopting them can bring organizations to a standstill if handled incorrectly. While microservices bring many advantages, such as solving issues with complexity or accelerating the velocity of deployments, they also present a lot of new challenges that can really slow down the process […]
The Importance of UX and How to Benefit From It
Today’s users prefer easy-to-use applications and software products and will quickly shun something difficult to use. As a result, UX design has become essential for the success of many products, meaning that companies without a strong UX strategy will quickly fall behind. Organizations often prioritize functionality over usability, resulting in applications that are confusing, difficult […]
Why Nearshore Agile Development Makes Sense, Now More Than Ever
The world might be on pause right now, but many businesses are working harder than ever to innovate and survive the future economic fallout of COVID-19, a necessity that some companies are finding much easier with support from their nearshore software development partners. Organizations in all industries are rushing to develop strategies that will ensure […]
4 Tips for Working with Virtual Agile Development Teams
Nearshore software development partnerships rely on plenty of virtual collaboration to succeed, especially with today’s travel restrictions. Luckily, nearshore agile development teams have deep experience with this way of working, making it easier to maintain durable nearshoring services partnerships during times of uncertainty. First, a quick primer. Nearshore software development—for those who don’t know—is the […]
Top 5 Android Trends for Developers to Watch in 2020
Even in the midst of a global pandemic, there are exciting times ahead for Android developers, as new technologies continue to drive a fresh wave of application development trends in 2020. Here are some of the most game-changing Android trends that we expect to impact the software development industry throughout the year. Top 5 Trends […]