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4 tips to tackle common microservices testing problems

Flaky tests put code quality -- and development team morale -- at risk. Proliferating microservices stress out test environments, so use these techniques to keep everything running.

By Matt Heusser • May 31, 2019

How Agile and DevOps leadership empowers the whole team

A dictatorial style of leadership doesn't cut it in Agile and DevOps shops. Here's how managers can ditch bad habits and instead encourage team experimentation and decision-making.

By Amy Reichert • May 31, 2019

Review QA fundamentals with this software testing quiz

Software testing occurs throughout the development life cycle, and these tests require a deft hand to execute well. Check your knowledge of the fundamentals to see where you stand.

By Ryan Black • May 31, 2019

What is a class diagram?

A class diagram is an illustration of the relationships and source code dependencies among classes in the Unified Modeling Language (UML).

By TechTarget Contributor • May 30, 2019

Learn which low-code techniques fit which projects

There's an ideal time and purpose for low- and no-code development tools. And among those platforms there are various modus operandi, each apt for different apps.

By Matt Heusser • May 29, 2019

Boost QA velocity with incremental integration testing

The longer it takes to perform tests, the less Agile your team is. Here are four common approaches to integration tests that help reduce bottlenecks and delay.

By Gerie Owen • May 28, 2019

GitHub Enterprise security, monitoring tools target large orgs

Additional tools and services in GitHub Enterprise, such as security vulnerability alerts and auditing for open source dependencies, seek to satisfy the company's large customers.

By Darryl Taft • May 28, 2019

What to expect from AI in app development tools

If an IDE or test suite could truly do it all, would you want it to? See how AI is evolving in app development tools, from assists and prompts to full-scale code generation.

By Tom Nolle • May 23, 2019

6 ways to accelerate automated software testing

Reducing software test time requires a change in approach. Consider ways to simplify test setup, eliminate redundant aspects of your procedures and override failures.

By Matt Heusser • May 22, 2019

4 fundamental practices for serverless architecture security

Are you ready for serverless security? Learn about four critical planning considerations software teams need to focus on if they plan to adopt serverless.

By Clive Longbottom • May 22, 2019

Insurer’s cloud application modernization approach gets real

Helvetia views its enterprise architecture from all angles to automate and raise efficiency on the back end, improve customer experience on the front end and secure data throughout.

By Meredith Courtemanche • May 21, 2019

Microsoft tunes Power Platform for pros, citizen developers

Microsoft's PowerApps low-code app dev environment has quietly crept into a leadership position among low-code tools with its ties to Microsoft Office and Dynamics platforms.

By Darryl Taft • May 17, 2019

Learn the basics of freelance developer agreements

Developer work agreements protect both the client and the freelancer, and they ensure that the code meets expectations. Each side should pay attention to these contract clauses and technicalities.

By Stephen Bigelow • May 17, 2019

Address goals with various enterprise architecture strategies

Enterprise architects have a range of frameworks at their fingertips, but their role also entails creating consensus and understanding between business and technical stakeholders.

By Matt Heusser • May 17, 2019

How to create a stateful application with service brokers, DTP

Complex state control issues come with the territory of stateful application design. Learn useful concepts that manipulate state and enable a stateful app to work as envisioned.

By Tom Nolle • May 16, 2019

Software tester roles must embrace code focus

IT gives testers license to voice contrarian opinions about software. But, as pressure to deploy intensifies, they might not be able to ignore code responsibilities anymore.

By David Carty • May 14, 2019

5 modern ETL tools for microservices data integration

Batch-style ETL tools don't provide the data integration capabilities microservices require. Learn about a handful of modern tools that can handle a plethora of data sources in real time.

By Twain Taylor • May 14, 2019

Microsoft gets its dev mojo back with Linux, .NET 5, web IDE

Microsoft enticed developers at Build 2019 with a bevy of tools and services that focus on open source, open standards and innovation, including a new release of .NET.

By Darryl Taft • May 13, 2019

Ease conflicts with software engineering project management

Development teams try many ways to balance business priorities with software quality in a project -- and most of them don't work. Here's how to keep that relationship balanced.

By Matt Heusser • May 13, 2019

IT wrangles with test automation benefits and challenges

Test automation is a valuable practice, but it presents challenges for teams and individuals alike. A gradual approach to automation helps boost the odds of successful adoption.

By David Carty • May 9, 2019

Exploring the versatility of Groovy programming

Java developers should peruse Groovy's programming features, such as dynamic typing with static type checks, DSL builders and more.

By Kerry Doyle • May 9, 2019

Discover practical serverless architecture use cases

While architects and developers were slow to find practical use cases for serverless, numerous enterprise trends should drive the need for this architecture style.

By Clive Longbottom • May 7, 2019

Enlist Jira for testing with these test management add-ons

With the right add-ons, Jira users can turn the tracking product into a potent test management platform. Gauge your organization's Agile maturity, and then consider these options.

By Gerie Owen • May 7, 2019

Jitterbit enterprise integration platform gets updates

Jitterbit has released Harmony Spring '19, the newest version of its enterprise integration platform as a service. The update includes more than 120 new features.

By Tanner Harding • May 6, 2019

ICYMI: 6 tips to master Kubernetes performance and management

The more skilled the team, the better a Kubernetes implementation can be. Learn how to get the most out of service discovery, infrastructure management, CI and more.

By Josh Kolarac • May 3, 2019