Managing software development teams

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February 09, 2021 09 Feb'21
Survey: Open source skills more valued than proprietary ones

In the hybrid cloud world, developers with open source skills are more likely to be hired by enterprises than developers skilled in proprietary technologies.
January 09, 2020 09 Jan'20
GraphQL vs. REST choice steers microservices development

GraphQL vs. REST: That is the question as teams tackle microservices architecture design, and at Pantheon, the choice came with both business boons and technical debt.
July 07, 2017 07 Jul'17
Psychological safety at work is the bedrock for effective software teams

Running an effective software team means more than just hiring the best and the brightest. To collaborate effectively, a Google team lead says members need 'psychological safety.'

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An application architect's chief roles and responsibilities

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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. Continue Reading
Rethinking change control in software engineering

The traditional method of application change control won't fly in a modern, DevOps environment. Here's how we can rethink the process in a time where rapid app development rules. Continue Reading
In a microservices app, how many microservices are too many?

How many microservices are optimal for your microservices app? DevOps analyst Chris Tozzi explains how to use containers, codebase analysis and other tactics to decide. Continue Reading

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Fight microservices complexity with low-code development

Software developers are in a constant battle with complexity. Microservices hold promise as ready-to-assemble app components, but low-code development might be a better approach. Continue Reading
Five DevOps principles to apply to enterprise architecture

A DevOps-friendly enterprise architecture must attempt to adhere to five key principles, including flexibility in tools, modern technology and a focus on information visibility. Continue Reading
Why your next business process leader should be a software engineer

Pressures around digital transformation have made the need for business process leaders greater than ever. Here's why software engineers are uniquely suited for the job. Continue Reading