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App dev focuses on low-code, Kubernetes development in 2021

Software developers in 2021 must adapt to the growth of low-code/no-code and Kubernetes development tools as more citizen developers begin to build applications for the enterprise.

By Darryl Taft • Feb. 1, 2021

Microservices design patterns and tools to watch in 2021

Building upon years of momentum, architects are well in the swing of transitioning from the monolith to microservices. Here are three of the top trends they'll face in 2021.

By Priyank Gupta • Feb. 1, 2021

Explore low-code features, examples in this Power Apps tutorial

Microsoft Power Apps is a capable low-code platform. This tutorial shows how it can be used to build software from scratch as well as from Excel files.

By Douglas Francis • Jan. 29, 2021

Top 3 application performance testing objectives and goals

Let's explore the importance of result analysis, the right measurements and test design for application performance testing.

By Amy Reichert • Jan. 29, 2021

A guide to testing in DevOps and key strategies, practices

Here's why testers and testing are such big parts of DevOps, and some ways to further incorporate testing for better software application development.

By Gerie Owen • Jan. 28, 2021

Make the right assertions in iOS unit tests for proper dev

Unit tests play an integral role in mobile app development. Here's an excerpt from 'iOS Unit Testing by Example' about why fast feedback and control can help testers.

By Ryan Black, The Pragmatic Programmers LLC • Jan. 27, 2021

AWS Dev Hour focuses on cloud-native app building

Amazon is set to launch a new training program on its Twitch service called AWS Dev Hour: Building Modern Applications. The series targets developers building cloud-native apps.

By Darryl Taft • Jan. 27, 2021

API testing checklist and best practices

Proper API testing isn't just determining if an endpoint is functional. Follow these steps to identify your organization's important APIs, which tests to run, and which tools to use.

By Amy Reichert • Jan. 27, 2021

5 tips for stronger development team management

Being a competent manager and leading a successful software development team isn't as easy as it looks. Explore the skills, tools and best practices that can strengthen your current workforce.

By Sara Grier • Jan. 27, 2021

Docker taps JFrog Artifactory for developer partnership

A new partnership helps developers access Docker Hub through JFrog Artifactory to simplify how DevOps teams work together.

By Darryl Taft • Jan. 26, 2021

IBM tackles racial justice in Call for Code hackathon

IBM has issued a Call for Code for applications that help promote racial justice in an attempt to combat systemic racism.

By Darryl Taft • Jan. 25, 2021

The differences between SVN and Git that matter

Not sure how to pick between Git and SVN for your versioning needs? We break down the key differences between these tools, including their most potent benefits and drawbacks.

By Priyank Gupta • Jan. 22, 2021

Microsoft: 2021 tools must support ‘remote-first’ developers

Microsoft has labeled developers the 'digital first responders' in the enterprise and is telling coders to prepare for application development oriented around remote work.

By Darryl Taft • Jan. 22, 2021

Mendix brings its low-code application platform to China

China beckons and Mendix answers the call to bring its low-code application development system to meet the digital transformation needs of Chinese developers.

By Darryl Taft • Jan. 19, 2021

Analysts mixed on future growth of MLOps, AutoML tools

Demand for MLOps and AutoML tools is on the upswing, and the machine learning market will undergo an increase in consolidation, analysts say.

By Darryl Taft • Jan. 14, 2021

Checklist for mobile app testing: 15 gaps to look for

Makers of iOS and Android apps chronically fail to test these 15 aspects of mobile apps. But to release quality mobile software, development teams must start testing -- here's how.

By Matt Heusser • Jan. 14, 2021

Oracle offers APEX low-code dev platform as managed service

Oracle has released its APEX low-code development platform as a managed service, touting it as a high-functioning, lower-cost alternative to other low-code tools.

By Darryl Taft • Jan. 13, 2021

Examining the low-code market’s race for citizen developers

Low-code and no-code vendors are fighting viciously for the favor of citizen developers. Examine the reasons for this trend and the market moves that reveal these vendors' motives.

By Kathleen Casey • Jan. 13, 2021

Internal launches no-code app dev platform for enterprises

Internal, a San Francisco startup, has delivered an enterprise-focused, no-code app dev platform that will compete with the likes of Google's AppSheet.

By Darryl Taft • Jan. 12, 2021

How to elicit performance requirements

Eliciting performance requirements from business end users necessitates a clearly defined scope and the right set of questions. Expert Mary Gorman explains how to effectively gather information.

By Mary Gorman, Stephen Bigelow • Jan. 5, 2021

Waterfall or Agile? Predictive vs. adaptive SDLC explained

Waterfall and Agile epitomize the differences between predictive and adaptive SDLCs. Here are some considerations that a dev team should know before it chooses a methodology.

By David W. Johnson and Amy Reichert • Jan. 5, 2021

BPM vs. BPA: The differences in strategy and tooling

The differences between BPM and BPA come down to process complexity, an organization's proficiency with software code and how quickly the business must see ROI.

By Mary Pratt • Jan. 4, 2021

Enterprise application trends that will impact 2021

The past year evoked a wave of new software needs, especially in the wake of COVID-19 and increased needs for availability. Here are some 2020 trends that will take shape in 2021.

By Kathleen Casey • Dec. 30, 2020

Top 10 software development and test tips of 2020

What can you do better in 2021? Adopt different test tools, automate more processes, run a more productive dev team? Follow this advice from various experts to make it all happen.

By Meredith Courtemanche • Dec. 30, 2020

Enterprise architecture tools could be acquisition targets

Avolution, Bizzdesign, Mega and Software AG tools lead the Gartner Magic Quadrant on enterprise architecture, but analysts see big players in neighboring markets joining the fray.

By Carol Sliwa • Dec. 24, 2020