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Consider cross-platform mobile app development tools carefully

June 14, 2013 12:53pm PDT

When considering platforms that allow development for both iOS and Android apps, keep these potential pros and cons in mind.

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Enterprise application orchestration with ASCI's ActiveBatch

June 11, 2013 11:47am PDT

John Joyner reports on a demo of an enterprise application orchestration tool for industrial strength enterprise job scheduling and workflow automation.

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Create a flexible project log with Squish

June 4, 2013 10:50am PDT

For small project teams looking to move past Google Docs or a large organization looking for an issue tracking alternative, the web-based Squish is a viable alternative.

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How entry level developers are being squeezed out of the job field, and what they can do about it

June 3, 2013 8:04am PDT

Entry-level developers can overcome the increasingly steep barriers to entry in the field, but only if they are willing to invest the necessary time to get some hands-on experience using the tools...

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Assigning tasks your developers will want to do

June 2, 2013 8:22pm PDT

Getting developers to emotionally invest in tasks is the fastest way to improve motivation and performance.

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Use Sage CRM Sales Lite for mobile CRM access on the iPhone

May 31, 2013 3:01pm PDT

Don't let the Lite in Sage CRM Sales Lite fool you, because it covers all the bases you want in a mobile CRM app.

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Project management: One size does not fit all

May 31, 2013 6:03am PDT

Some projects are not suited to a Waterfall approach, and they're not a perfect fit for a 100% Agile approach. The solution might be a combination of the two project management methodologies.

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Top four Android voice recorder applications

May 23, 2013 12:48pm PDT

After combing through numerous Android recording apps, Jack Wallen lists his top four favorite and why.

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Integrating asset management as a hosted application: Is it feasible?

May 22, 2013 10:00am PDT

Asset management presents some challenges as a solution that can be implemented on the SaaS model. Here are the issues to consider.

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Little data and enterprise applications: Big problems?

May 21, 2013 10:00am PDT

It can be surprising what little things can be a big problem for enterprise applications when trying to manage the data that each system produces.

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Exchange 2013: First-time installation and basic administration

May 20, 2013 6:00am PDT

The Cumulative Update 1 for Exchange 2013 adds on-premise co-existence with legacy Exchange Server versions. Check out the new features

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Download TechRepublic Pro's Application/Project Development Policy

May 20, 2013 5:47am PDT

TechRepublic Pro has created a policy template that allows you to set the stage for guidelines to be used during a project.

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Reverse engineering your .NET applications

May 18, 2013 6:30am PDT

The .NET Framework makes it easy to reverse engineer an existing application. Discover what techniques to use to deter prying eyes from deconstructing your code.

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Do modern operating systems conflict with enterprise applications?

May 13, 2013 5:30am PDT

There is no shortage of moving targets in the data center. IT pro Rick Vanover shares opinions related to enterprise applications and the role of the operating system today.

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A strategy to improve application development

May 10, 2013 12:19pm PDT

Following these strategies will help ensure the business value of your app development projects.

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Five Integrated Development Environment applications

May 10, 2013 11:05am PDT

When it comes to building applications, the right tool for the job can really make all the difference.

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Preparing enterprise applications for Big Data

May 10, 2013 5:29am PDT

Before dashing off RFPs for a Big Data initiative or signing purchase orders on fancy new hardware and software, consider the readiness of your Enterprise Applications.

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Security tips for application developers

May 6, 2013 12:45pm PDT

This post was originally published in the Software Engineering Blog in July 2012. WhiteHat Security recently published its 2012 Website Statistics Report (PDF), which gives a broad view of the...

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Seven traits of effective programmers

May 4, 2013 9:18pm PDT

Being a great programmer involves more than writing code that works. Justin James lists the hallmarks of programmers who rise to the top ranks of their profession.

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