Read our connected products research. Consumer and commercial demand for connected products has risen steadily by 15% since 2000 and is projected to grow another 14% by 2027 according to projections by IoT Analytics Gmbh. Features that were once considered nice to have or premium functionality are now table stakes. This trend indicates a time […]
Posts Tagged ‘Product Development’
Ramp Up On React/React Native In Less Than a Month
I’ve had plenty of opportunities to guide developers new to the React and React Native frameworks. While everyone is different, I wanted to provide a structured guide to help bring a fresh developer into the React fold. Prerequisites This introduction to React is intended for a developer that at least has some experience with JavaScript, […]
Extending the Capabilities of Your Development Team with Visual Studio Code Extensions
Introduction Visual Studio Code (VS Code) has become a ubiquitous tool in the software development world, prized for its speed, versatility, and extensive customization options. At its heart, VS Code is a lightweight, open-source code editor that supports a vast ecosystem of extensions. These extensions are the key to unlocking the true potential of VS […]
Two Perficient Colleagues Quoted in Forrester Report on Developer Productivity and Innovation
Measuring developer productivity has always been a hot topic in the tech world. From outdated metrics like lines of code written to the introduction of Generative AI (GenAI) tools, the conversation has continually evolved. Forrester’s report, Your Focus On Developer Productivity Is Killing You explores the complexities of developer productivity and its impact on innovation, […]
How Copilot Vastly Improved My React Development
I am always looking to write better, more performant and cleaner code. GitHub Copilot checks all the boxes and makes my life easier. I have been using it since the 2021 public beta, the hype is real! According to the GitHub Copilot website, it is: “The world’s most widely adopted AI developer tool.” While that […]
Acceptance Criteria – Part 2 of User Story
This blog is the second post in a series about leveraging user stories to improve product outcomes. In this post, we will explore how acceptance criteria can be used to define the scope and requirements of user stories. What are Acceptance Criteria? Acceptance criteria, or AC, are the minimum level of expectations that need to […]
Charting Your Course to Success: A Guide to Crafting Powerful OKRs for Product Development
Last week, we introduced the concept of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) – a goal-setting framework for aligning your teams, fostering innovation, and driving measurable outcomes – and demonstrated the differences between OKRs and KPIs . If you haven’t explored that post yet, you can find it here. Now, let’s dive into how OKRs can […]
OKRs vs. KPIs: Why Objectives and Key Results Rule the Digital Product World
In the fast-paced realm of digital products, success hinges on setting the right goals and tracking progress effectively. Two popular methods dominate: OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). But while KPIs offer a snapshot of performance, OKRs provide a roadmap to moonshot achievements. Let’s break down the key differences. KPIs are […]
Lessons Learned in Product Development from Paulo Neto’s eMLS Success
Our colleagues in Atlanta had the wonderful opportunity to step into the world of competitive gaming as they met, and even got to play against multiple eMLS champion Paulo Neto! Paulo Neto represents Atlanta United and is a renowned eSports athlete Known for his prowess in FIFA. Paulo shared his insights into his journey as […]
Fueling the Developer Experience and Learning Opportunities with Judah Tice
Perficient’s success is defined by our people. Our organization provides colleagues with tools to grow, the ability to determine their own career path, and the opportunity to collaborate with people from around the world. Making these resources a priority throughout the organization opens the door for colleagues to present ideas to continue enhancing available resources […]
Product-Driven vs. Project-Driven: Your Keys to Success
IT leaders are under constant pressure to improve operations and stay on top of trends in the rapidly evolving world of modern business. In our guide, the ‘VP of IT’s Guide to Transforming Your Business’ we discussed the benefits of adopting a product-driven organization over a project-driven one. In our first blog in this series, […]
Product-Driven vs. Project-Driven: What’s the Difference?
In today’s dynamic and competitive business landscape, IT Leaders are constantly seeking ways to optimize their operations and stay ahead of the competition. One crucial decision organizations must make is choosing between a project-driven or a product-driven approach for product development. A project-driven approach prioritizes the completion of individual projects, while a product-driven approach prioritizes […]