Erik Bernhardsson
AUGUST 28, 2017
Here’s a dumb extremely accurate rule I’m postulating* for software engineering projects: you need at least 3 examples before you solve the right problem. This is what I’ve noticed: Don’t factor out shared code between two classes. Wait until you have at least three. The two first attempts to solve a problem will fail because you misunderstood the problem.
General Leadership
AUGUST 28, 2017
“Keeping baggage from the past will leave no room for happiness in the future.” Wayne L. Misner. Here’s a tip to add brilliance, shine and value contribution to your work and your personal brand. Try it. I defy you to tell me it doesn’t get you noticed and known as an original workplace thinker when you work it right and apply it to a business direction, project and strategy piece.
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Change Starts Here
AUGUST 30, 2017
The wheels of progress require continuous improvement in organizations. What was once a change becomes the status quo. The people who implemented the existing way of working may feel like the latest change is trampling on their hard work. How do you help those who were involved in creating the current state to support the […].
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 31, 2017
“David, it’s a mess.” Barb ran her hand through her hair and sighed. “I’ve been here 20 days and have met with people at every level and every department, asking what it’s going to take to turn things around.” What a Mess […].
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Erik Bernhardsson
AUGUST 28, 2017
Here’s a dumb extremely accurate rule I’m postulating* for software engineering projects: you need at least 3 examples before you solve the right problem. This is what I’ve noticed: Don’t factor out shared code between two classes. Wait until you have at least three. The two first attempts to solve a problem will fail because you misunderstood the problem.
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Kacy Zurkus - CSO Online
AUGUST 31, 2017
The alarming number of unfilled jobs in information security has many leaders in the industry wondering how to solve the manpower problem. Awareness is part of the problem — in that the pipelines aren't getting filled fast because many young people don't know about jobs in security. A second problem of awareness, though, is the inherent problem in a majority of security operation centers (SOCs) — programming language.
CTOvision
AUGUST 28, 2017
Editor’s note: This is the third in a five-part series on this topic. This examination by Arnold Abraham provides insights and nuanced lessons from history, the law and the tech world that can inform all of us interested in both privacy and security. For a detailed legal analysis accompanying the article, please visit TheCyberLawTeam.com/publications-1 […].
Women on Business
AUGUST 31, 2017
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Toptal
AUGUST 31, 2017
Total Addressable Market (TAM) sizing exercises have become very popular for assessing the potential of a business. TAM is, however, often miscalculated and misinterpreted. In this article, we will look at how to calculate it and its derivative subset waypoints of SAM and SOM. A working example will also be demonstrated for WeWork.
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Apache Cassandra is an open-source distributed database that boasts an architecture that delivers high scalability, near 100% availability, and powerful read-and-write performance required for many data-heavy use cases. However, many developers and administrators who are new to this NoSQL database often encounter several challenges that can impact its performance.
Next Level Blog
AUGUST 30, 2017
In 2017, it can be difficult to find examples of great leadership. Today, though, I want to offer two of them. The first is of neighbors, volunteers, first responders, law enforcement, the National Guard and the U.S. Coast Guard pulling together to rescue each other in the greater Houston area. As I write this, I’m flying across the country watching CNN on the seatback TV.
Career Advancement
AUGUST 28, 2017
“Like all technology, social media is neutral but is best put to work in the service of building a better world.” ~ Simon Mainwaring ~. Ellen Asks: One of my friends told me the boss watched how much time we spent on social media. I don’t want to get in trouble. How can I tell if I have bad social media habits at work? Joel Answers: Social Media can keep us connected, speed communication, and increase productivity.
Women on Business
SEPTEMBER 1, 2017
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Toptal
AUGUST 31, 2017
A picture may be worth a thousand words, but a book contains that and more. These free eBooks may help designers grow as professionals, improve their skills, and expand their field of knowledge.
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Are you trying to decide which entity resolution capabilities you need? It can be confusing to determine which features are most important for your project. And sometimes key features are overlooked. Get the Entity Resolution Evaluation Checklist to make sure you’ve thought of everything to make your project a success! The list was created by Senzing’s team of leading entity resolution experts, based on their real-world experience.
CTOvision
AUGUST 30, 2017
The Internet of Things (IoT) is heavily built on the idea of connected households and associated gadgets. Many of the items we own interact with others, making our lives much more convenient. What happens when things go wrong, though? LockState, a provider of smart locks, found that out the hard way in early August when […].
Dzone - DevOps
AUGUST 31, 2017
This article is featured in the new DZone Guide to Automated Testing. Get your free copy for more insightful articles, industry statistics, and more! Test automation can improve the development process of software in several cases. The automation of tests are initially associated with an increased effort, but the related benefits will quickly pay off.
Women on Business
AUGUST 29, 2017
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Toptal
AUGUST 30, 2017
In recent years, as designers, we have a growing selection of tools to work with. One of them is Figma – the answer for collaborative work which, nowadays, we do more and more often.
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CTOvision
AUGUST 30, 2017
Domain Name Systems are the core of every Federal network. Malicious actors depend on DNS to maneuver within systems and steal critical information – a whopping 91.3% of cyberattacks use DNS. With advanced persistent threats a growing trend, DNS security is a fundamental mission of every Federal IT security professional. BlueCat is providing a webinar […].
Lead on Purpose
AUGUST 28, 2017
Amazon, Intuit, Airbnb, Disney, FedEx and Uber…what do these companies have in common? They know their customers. They don’t just know about their customers, they know why their customers ‘hire’ them and their products to do specific jobs.
The Accidental Successful CIO
AUGUST 30, 2017
Moving to the cloud involves making a lot of important decisions Image Credit: Diego Di Salvo. You would think that by now, with all that has been written about the importance of information technology and the advantages of moving your IT operations into the cloud , the decision to move a company’s applications and storage into the cloud would be a no-brainer for the person with the CIO job.
Toptal
AUGUST 28, 2017
The Hungarian graph algorithm solves the linear assignment problem in polynomial time. By modeling resources (e.g., contractors and available contracts) as a graph, the Hungarian algorithm can be used to efficiently determine an optimum way of allocating resources.
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As a SaaS leader, you know that the more metrics, insights, and analytics you add to your products, the more engagement you’ll have – and the stickier your product will become with customers. At what point do you decide to keep building your analytics in-house or invest in an embedded analytics solution? Read our Build vs. Buy Analytics guide to learn: Top 4 benefits of embedded analytics A quick cost comparison of in-house analytics development vs embedded analytics 10 considerations to help yo
The Agile Manager
AUGUST 31, 2017
"Greed and patience don't live together very well." -- Keith Jackson, ESPN 30 for 30, Who Killed the USFL? Businesses rely on a network of suppliers to operate and grow, including providers of components, back-office operations, distribution, marketing, retail, information technology and even office supplies. They do this for a variety of reasons, ranging from areas of specialty (assembling large finished goods is different from manufacturing small, precision components), depth of expertise (som
ProtectWise
AUGUST 31, 2017
It’s not uncommon to hear friends and colleagues talk about how they’re overworked and under water, but for security professionals, this is a daily and real struggle. Although there are dozens of products out there intended to ease their workload, one, in particular, is a frequent source of frustration: Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS).
Kacy Zurkus - CSO Online
AUGUST 31, 2017
The alarming number of unfilled jobs in information security has many leaders in the industry wondering how to solve the manpower problem. Awareness is part of the problem — in that the pipelines aren't getting filled fast because many young people don't know about jobs in security. A second problem of awareness, though, is the inherent problem in a majority of security operation centers (SOCs) — programming language.
Toptal
AUGUST 30, 2017
The goal of this article is to introduce you to the underlying principles of accessibility and help you flawlessly implement web accessibility guidelines and standards on your next project. Even minor improvements can help your content rank better, reach more people, and improve the overall user experience.
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In a recent study, IDC found that 64% of organizations said they were already using open source in software development with a further 25% planning to in the next year. Most organizations are unaware of just how much open-source code is used and underestimate their dependency on it. As enterprises grow the use of open-source software, they face a new challenge: understanding the scope of open-source software that's being used throughout the organization and the corresponding exposure.
Cory Foy
AUGUST 29, 2017
For many people, the word “Waterfall” causes a visceral reaction – especially in the context of projects and organizations. Unfortunately, I’m starting to come across more places where “Agile” causes the same reaction of disgust and fear. The fundamental problem is that we’ve let bad management hide behind methodology and frameworks.
Rapid BI
AUGUST 30, 2017
Bullying at work on the increase, Or so the reports and surveys tell us. What we do know is that where bullying exists, trust does not. We also know that innovation requires openness and trust. So what do we really have in our organisations - innovation OR bullying? The post Bullying at work, recognising it & its impact on innovation appeared first on RapidBI.
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