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13 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 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…
Read MoreBusiness School for Engineers at RailsConf 2021
The former Director of Engineering at The Gnar, Kevin Murphy, spoke at RailsConf 2021. The talk, which is cleverly described to the audience as an “accelerated MBA program for software engineers”, is titled “Engineering MBA: Be the Boss of Your Own Work”. The presentation touches on several business concepts and explains not only how different…
Read MoreCommunication Culture at the Gnar
Communication means sink or swim in consulting Thanks to technology, we have more ways to communicate than at any other time in history. But I’m sure I don’t have to tell you that the average exchange has often become more difficult, burdensome, and ineffective. A person need only look at the ubiquitous comment section of…
Read MoreTop-Ranked Custom Software Company Expands Design Capabilities with Merger
The Gnar Company now offers a full suite of software development services under one roof. Boston, January 18, 2022 – The Gnar Company, a custom software development and development process consulting company based in Boston, MA, is pleased to announce its merger with design firm Hathaway Design Company on August 23, 2021, as its first…
Read MoreHow software developers can drive business growth
The vast majority of businesses are not seeing meaningful improvements from their investment in custom software & applications. Launching a new product or feature can still take months, leaders still struggle to scale promising sandbox innovations and many executives lament that their software-development spending is a “black box.”
Improving business performance through software development comes down to empowering developers, creating the right environment and processes for them to innovate, and removing points of friction. Industry leaders refer to this capability as “Developer Velocity.” Learn more.
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