Managing software development teams

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Components of an effective API management strategy

We're using more APIs than ever before, and you need one central location to monitor their security, application connections, and traffic. Open this guide to see what makes an effective API management strategy.

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Managing software development teams News

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.'
September 19, 2013 19 Sep'13
Modeling languages: UML 2.5 revision to simplify life for developers

Changes are underway in the world of modeling languages. OMG's CEO Richard Soley discussed the latest UML 2.5 revision.

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5 big microservices pitfalls to avoid during migration

Too many development teams make these failure-inducing mistakes during a switch to microservices. Learn where things go wrong, and the best ways to avoid problems. Continue Reading
A few fundamental microservices team structure strategies

A microservices architecture can be quite a culture shock to unprepared enterprises. Here's how you can prepare your team to make microservices part of development processes. Continue Reading
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Source code is the fundamental component of a computer program that is created by a programmer. It can be read and easily understood by a human being. Continue Reading

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Is microservices adoption right for your organization?

Assess whether your org will benefit from microservices, and use this expert advice to take the initial steps to make a successful architectural and cultural transition. Continue Reading
Advantages of monolithic architecture that prove it isn't dead

Don't rush to break up a monolith too quickly without considering what you might lose in the process. We examine why a monolithic architecture is sometimes the smarter choice. Continue Reading
5 predictions for 2020 software architecture trends

The past decade brought big changes to app development and management. Now, our contributors predict what the biggest software architecture trends of 2020 will be. Continue Reading

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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
The role of DevOps and its connection to enterprise architecture

While advocates often speak about how enterprise architecture should support DevOps, there are many ways DevOps can support enterprise architecture. Tom Nolle explains. Continue Reading

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Low-code development combats microservices complexity

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