Software Engineer

Archive: 08-2012

• Poll: Developers, how often do you travel for work?

  Does your development work take you out of town more than once or twice a year? Answer this question by taking our poll.

  Posted by Justin James | August 31, 2012, 6:29 AM PDT

• Five common database development mistakes

  Here are some of the most common gaffes Justin James sees in database development, along with advice on what to do to not make them.

  Posted by Justin James | August 30, 2012, 10:36 AM PDT

• How to test Web services with soapUI

  SmartBear’s soapUI is a fantastic tool for testing and demoing Web services. Follow these instructions on how to use soapUI to perform Web service testing.

  Posted by Justin James | August 27, 2012, 10:39 AM PDT

• Poll: What tools do you use for specs?

  Do you use specialized, general purpose, or process-driven tools for application specs? Answer this question by taking our poll.

  Posted by Justin James | August 22, 2012, 6:19 AM PDT

• Windows Azure Web Sites simplifies app deployment

  Tony Patton explores a new Microsoft Windows Azure feature that makes it much easier to deploy web applications.

  Posted by Tony Patton | August 20, 2012, 6:07 AM PDT

• Poll: How easy will it be to make money on Windows 8 apps?

  Take the poll to let us know whether you predict Windows 8 app development will be an easy way to earn money.

  Posted by Justin James | August 16, 2012, 6:34 AM PDT

• Alternatives to using Office COM objects within web apps

  Don’t use Office COM objects within web applications. Developer Justin James explains why it’s a bad idea and suggests three better alternatives.

  Posted by Justin James | August 14, 2012, 12:54 PM PDT

• C# developer interview questions and answers

  Software development hiring managers and potential interviewees will find these open-ended C# proficiency interview questions and answers useful.

  Posted by Tony Patton | August 13, 2012, 1:53 PM PDT

• Poll: How do you collaborate with other developers?

  Do you use screensharing, static screenshots, or opt for in-person collaboration when you work with other developers? Answer the poll.

  Posted by Justin James | August 9, 2012, 9:40 PM PDT

• Work travel tips for developers

  Developer Justin James shares his basic toolkit–equipment, software, and more–for business trips. Tell us what you would add to his list.

  Posted by Justin James | August 7, 2012, 2:14 PM PDT