The Lean methodology differs from traditional project management by focusing on delivering value from the customer’s perspective. According to the Lean model, continuous improvement is paramount, and each member of the project team is responsible for improving individual processes. To show how this works, let’s first take a closer look at the basics of […]
Good skills, bad execution Some time ago, there was a buzz about a 16-year-old from Plympton, Devon, who started hacking websites of organizations and governments at the age of 14. Not only did he hack into government networks, but he also sent bomb threats to US airlines. The 14-year-old boy used a laptop to cause mayhem […]
Project manager – skills The skills that a PM should have can be divided into at least a few categories, such as: self-organization skills interpersonal skills professional competences Every project manager pulls many strings on a daily basis. Multitasking, mobility and ability to divide attention are standard in this job. Apart from tasks strictly connected […]
Although we talk about backend, frontend and full stack in the context of web programming or application development, in a stricter sense they refer to professionals who do this work. Their very names – “front” and “back” – refer to the scope of tasks they perform, as well as the technologies they use. Frontend vs. […]
A visit to a programmer’s tech-fortress can be a traumatic experience for many. These gloomy professionals staring at screens can be intimidating, and the answers they give can usually be compared to a mysterious code given to earthlings by an alien civilization. So is there any hope for the programming layman? Is he […]
Why is it useful to use IT outsourcing? IT support for enterprises is closely related to access to confidential data and implementation of highly responsible tasks. Transferring databases, information about clients and employees in ” stranger’s” hands, may seem to be quite a risky step. Therefore, establishing cooperation with an external IT company, you need […]
Site optimization – what is it and why bother? If a website runs smoothly on your computer and is not slow, it does not mean that it is fast. And this factor is of no small importance in high search results. For your business to be seen on the Internet, your website must be well […]
What is design thinking? Design thinking is the process of solving problems by prioritizing the needs of the consumer. It uses an iterative, hands-on approach to create innovative solutions. It encourages companies to focus on the customers they create for, leading to better products and services and improved internal processes. Design thinking assumes that before […]
Commitment – the greatest power of novice programmers Is there a place for a junior in IT? Hiring juniors is a reliable recruitment strategy, which is used by more and more companies. On the one hand, it is a way to overcome problems with the shortage of experienced specialists, and on the other hand, it […]
Women in IT: how does the adventure begin? According to a survey conducted by No Fluff Jobs, both women who work in IT and those who are just starting out are highly educated. As many as 61% have completed a master’s degree and less than 30% have completed a bachelor’s or engineering degree. The survey […]
What distinguishes Agile from other methodologies is its manifesto, which consists of four important elements: Focus more on people and interactions than on processes and tools. Working software is more important than extensive documentation. Customer collaboration is more important than negotiation. The process should be open and responsive to change rather than blindly following a […]
Outsourcing has become one of the most common forms of collaboration between businesses and IT professionals. What’s the reason? In most cases, this model turns out to be cheaper and more effective than hiring a new employee. However, choosing the right partner is not the easiest task. In this article we will discuss what to do in order to… do it well.