Posts by Pete Whiting
The Gnar Company Recognized as One of the Most Reviewed Mobile App Development Companies in Boston
At The Gnar, we provide clients with mobile app solutions that deliver compelling, on-the-go experiences across platforms. We do this by leveraging decades of software and mobile app development expertise to craft scalable, user-centric apps for iOS and Android. And we’ll even help shepherd the app through the app stores! Whatever you need—we’re on it.…
Read More10 Early Warning Signs of a Failing Vendor or Product
“It’s a fact of business life that technology vendors sometimes go out of business or sunset their products. Over the years, we’ve found a failing vendor or open-source project will exhibit telltale signs. By identifying these signs” early, you can dramatically mitigate your risk, by, for example, timely replacement of the vendor. First, the author…
Read More11 Leadership Practices That Could Sink Your Software Project
Software development projects can be foiled by management practices that seem sound in theory but rarely pay off when developing code. These seemingly sound practices make general business sense, but we should avoid “going all in on them” when developing software products or catastrophe may ensue. The author presents 11 management beliefs / truisms /…
Read More13 Signs Your Software Project May be Doomed
“Sometimes, it’s true, the best laid programming plans go astray with no warnings, but more often than not, a doomed ending is all too obvious to anyone paying close attention along the way.” This article packs a baker’s dozen of warning signs for management of likely software project failure, including: Shifts in management support Programmers…
Read MoreDoes Your Code Smell?
“In computer programming, a code smell is any characteristic in the code that potentially indicates a deeper problem … Code smells are usually not bugs; they are not technically incorrect and do not prevent the program from functioning. Instead, they indicate weaknesses in design that may slow down development or increase the risk of bugs…
Read More25 Communication Skills Every Tech Manager Needs
Of all the skills you need to be successful as a tech manager, effective communication is perhaps the most important–and often the hardest to improve. This is because communication is actually a diverse, complex set of skills that build upon one another. Explore the wide range of skills needed and expand your abilities: from writing…
Read MoreEffective Communication Skills in Software Engineering
Clear, concise communication is fundamental to the success of software engineering teams as well as individual developers’ careers. Although clear communication may not be immediately recognized as a top priority by coders, being able to communicate effectively with other coders, technical and business management, users, and other stakeholders is a key ingredient for team and…
Read MorePublic Speaking for Software Developers
Take this virtual public speaking masterclass for developers to build your public speaking abilities. This series of videos teaches developers both why being an effective public speaker is important for technology focused engineers, as well as how to do it. Watch them here.
Read More10 Ways to Succeed in Software Public Relations
Software public relations is becoming increasingly important in the very crowded technology marketplace. Without a strong PR presence, it’s impossible for software providers to gain traction and establish themselves as thought leaders in their fields. More than ever, success in software public relations demands finesse, expertise and a keen understanding of the most effective tactics…
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