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TDD saved the day

Xebia

Sometimes, the coding task in front of you can be overwhelmingly complex. The goal was to compare two object graphs and present them in a way a user could selectively merge them. To tackle each operation, I started with a small test, following the principles of Test-Driven Development (TDD). Clean up the code, and repeat.

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Why CIOs back API governance to avoid tech sprawl

CIO

Most companies have transitioned to become more software-centric, and with this transformation, application programming interfaces (APIs) have proliferated. But APIs do more than support next-generation technologies — they already serve a foundational purpose within most enterprises.

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How PwC and SAP are doing right by helping clients unlock ESG value

CIO

When presented by the new Supply Chain Due Diligence Act ( SCDDA) in Germany, PwC realized their clients would need tools and processes to automate evaluation of suppliers. PwC provided technical support for all aspects of compliance with the SCDDA which came into force on January 1st, 2023.

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Simple sabotage for software

Erik Bernhardsson

Technology When joining, require a 6-18 months rewrite of core systems. Leverage any production issue as a reason to “pull the brakes” Introduce very complex processes for code change and common workflows. Disallow anything outside the scope of the original task, such as code cleanup or other drive-by improvements.

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Open Source & Open Standards: Navigating the Intricacies of a Symbiotic Partnership

Speaker: Guy Martin, Executive Director of OASIS Open

The COVID-19 global pandemic has raised the already bright visibility of technology to an even higher level. Our worldwide society has continued to operate and thrive due to foundational technologies like the Internet. However, in more recent times, the once-close relationship between these two communities has eroded.

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10 investors discuss the no-code and low-code landscape in Q1 2022

TechCrunch

No-code and low-code development suites have so far been used mostly by marketers and analysts. Initially, no-code/low-code was primarily a way for non-technical builders to create (sometimes gimmicky) applications,” said Navin Chaddha, managing director at VC firm Mayfield. How much has adoption increased since?

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For founders who want to launch apps, ‘being non-technical is not a limitation’

TechCrunch

We only accept a low percentage of clients who approach us, because we are highly specialized in delivering digital solutions where a physical device is present. Help TechCrunch find the best software consultants for startups. What percentage of your clients are non-technical people who have an idea, but no coding experience?