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Learn the 5 software development success strategies for tech leaders to accelerate time to market and improve customer satisfaction.
Failure is an essential ingredient in the learning process, so let's reframe failure as the learning experience it is.
Underperforming, over-specialized Scrum teams are a problem of the past. Start assembling T-shaped Scrum teams instead.
By applying sports coaching principles to the realm of software development, teams can create positive work environments that foster collaboration, growth, and success.
20 members of Forbes Technology Council talk about the tech leadership advice they've become a bit skeptical about and share their own advice.
19 members of the Forbes Technology Council share critical pre-release quality assurance procedures for development teams here.
Technology is evolving faster than ever before and organizations are striving for efficient and effective teams to deliver high-quality products. As teams move away from traditional [...]
From accurate estimation techniques to managing scope creep and resource allocation, learn how to foster communication and meet realistic deadlines. Enhance your project management skills and ensure successful software project delivery with these valuable insights.
20 members of Forbes Technology Council offer their expert advice on establishing effective user acceptance testing processes.
Learn the foundational skills needed to create a product roadmap your development team can execute with speed, quality, and predictability.
Product Strategy is not just a roadmap. Strategy involves defining your targets, identifying measurables, and gaining a true market understanding.
Forming a pilot Scrum team isn't as simple as just filling some roles; learn more about overcoming 5 common obstacles here.
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WSJF (Weighted Shortest Job First) is a proven feature prioritization strategy for agile projects. Here’s why.
In a world where the number of remote workers is skyrocketing, companies that embrace decentralized technologists while utilizing agile methodologies can thrive.
The Great Resignation is the term given to a massive restructuring of the workforce as a result of Covid. Our four-part guide examines this phenomenon through the lens of technology workers.
The Great Resignation is the term given to a massive restructuring of the workforce as a result of Covid. Our four-part guide examines this phenomenon through the lens of technology workers.
The Great Resignation is the term given to a massive restructuring of the workforce as a result of Covid. Our four-part guide examines this phenomenon through the lens of technology workers.
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Agile Process
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In this series of articles, we'll dive deeply into agile development methodology; this article will introduce agile fundamentals. We'll discuss what it is, how it differs from [...]
“Can I have this feature done this quarter?” “When can I release this to customers?” “I have a new idea. Can you do that too?” [...]
One of the most challenging aspects of software development is not building the right solution, but rather managing stakeholder expectations within the business.
If you're looking for a piece of advice on how to promote a minimum viable product, this is our best one: Go for something minimal.
Still not seeing the value of the MVP approach? These are 9 companies that implemented a minimum viable product in their development process.
The MVP approach allows you to test your idea, get feedback from users, and adapt your design as needed to suit customers.
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Security is essential in applications nowadays. 15 tech experts were asked to give advice on building security into products from the ground up. Here are their suggested practices.
The people who develop your product usually aren't the ones selling it. Here are 14 ways to keep your Sales Team and Development Team on the same page.
The Internet of Behaviors is the connectedness of consumers data across multiple devices. From smart wearables, to phones, to social media, learn how agile will shape how consumer data will be used in the future.
11 tech leaders share their favorite apps and tools to stay on track with their New Year's Resolutions.
16 tech leaders of the Forbes Technology Council were asked what traits they look for in developers. Here's what they had to say.
With everyone working remotely, the playing field has been leveled for development partners. Incorporating outside development teams is now just as viable of an option. Here’s how to think through it.
