The Top Software Development Methodologies
Not all software houses work the same way. The processes, tools, and workflows that go on behind the scenes can vary wildly - and a lot of that comes down to the software development methodology they practice. Agile, Waterfall, Spotify - they’re all different ways of working to build a piece of software, each with its own pros and cons, as well as best-fit projects.
Offshore, Nearshore, Onshore. What’s the difference?
If you’re rubbing shoulders with software developers or even if you’re fresh in the industry, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the terms offshore, onshore, and nearshore software development thrown around. But what exactly does it mean and what’s the difference?
Why Do Companies Outsource?
As an entrepreneur, you know it’s in your best interest to find new ways to do things in a cost-effective, faster and more productive way. Fortunately, in today’s digital era, new technologies allow professionals to do their job online from anywhere in the world.
What is Minimal Viable Product (MVP)?
MVP isn’t just an acronym for Most Valuable Player. It’s also a term used often in the software world: Minimum Viable Product. What is an MVP? Well, in a nutshell, it’s the bare bones piece of software that fits its essential purpose. For example, for a music player app, a screen with a big fat play button that plays all the songs in your Music folder. It’s a starter software to the bigger picture!
Open Source Software vs Proprietary Software
Software is full of either-or choices. Android or iOS, Agile or Waterfall, backend or frontend, AWS or Azure. One that we often get asked about is the difference between open-source and proprietary software.
Outsourcing vs Outstaffing
In 2019, there are plenty of different contracting models floating about. Remote working contracts are attractive because they’re often more affordable, the developers can often have more expertise than folks in your current area, and you don’t require the staffing floorspace/resources/setup on your own premises that inhouse contractors demand.