Software Development

 UX design and business goals should never be at odds when it comes to creating an effective application. But, implementing the right UX design to create a seamless experience for the user that also helps with conversions can be a challenge, especially if you aren’t collecting the right information to understand which elements work best. […]

When it comes to offshore software development outsourcing, companies need to ensure their software outsourcing partner has a robust automated testing program. It’s vital for all team members, whether outsourced or in-house, to be on the same page and share the same understanding of how testing is meant to impact and improve the product’s overall […]

It’s been a little over a decade since DevOps started to make its way into the mainstream of software development. But rather than experience a wane in popularity, it’s become integral to different areas of the software development lifecycle. DevOps, it seems, is going the way of Agile with the percentage of companies having adopted […]

Companies looking to develop microservices can find they’ve bitten off more than they can chew if they don’t properly anticipate several hurdles that come with microservices. In some situations, microservices can actually just be monoliths in disguise if teams aren’t careful. However, applying reactive principles can help teams overcome a number of these issues and […]

Companies looking to develop microservices can find they’ve bitten off more than they can chew if they don’t properly anticipate several hurdles that come with microservices. In some situations, microservices can actually just be monoliths in disguise if teams aren’t careful. However, applying reactive principles can help teams overcome a number of these issues and […]

It’s been a little over a decade since DevOps started to make its way into the mainstream of software development. But rather than wane, it’s gained traction as a culture shift that emphasizes stronger collaboration and broken down silos that produces better software and improves businesses overall. DevOps seems to be going the way of agile with the percentage […]

Companies across the tech industry need to be especially attentive to the latest developments in technologies. The world of fast-paced developments demands even the smallest organizations remain flexible and open to innovation, bringing together the best in software development practices and cutting-edge tools to reach new heights. As offshore software development becomes a more integral […]

With its increasing popularity in the world of software outsourcing, DevOps has quickly become one of those trendy industry buzzwords that overshadow the nature of its true value. According to Perficient Latin America’s resident DevOps expert, Juan Ruiz, Colombia’s software development talent pool has recently been driven by the buzzword instead of the cultural philosophy […]

Companies looking for a cloud solution that allows them to write and deploy code quickly without having to worry about infrastructure will find an ideal alternative in serverless computing. But, that’s not the only option available. Other companies may find that containers offer similar levels of flexibility without as many of the restrictions that come […]

The race to turn data into actionable insight is on. According to a McKinsey Global Institute report, high performing companies, or “Superstars”, make up 10% of companies worldwide and capture 80% of global profits. The shift to a more data-driven mindset, means leaders are motivated to use their data to gain a better understanding of […]

“Why do we test software?” The answers are surprisingly varied. This year’s World Quality Report, however, reveals teams are becoming more user-oriented with customer satisfaction reported as the primary reason for testing software. As the WQR puts it, “IT today is not just about ensuring system availability, functionality, and cost reduction. It is also expected […]

As performance engineering gains traction in software development, it’s important for companies— even smaller ones—to pay attention to the differences between performance engineering and performance testing. Organizations need to take steps towards implementing a performance plan that yields results. We’ve covered why your company should be implementing performance engineering before, but when it comes time […]