What is black box and white box testing
If you purchased a new toaster and then plugged it in only to find it didn’t work you’d be understandably annoyed. If this were a problem that presented itself with every toaster from that particular manufacturer they would soon be going out of business. So, before that toaster, or kettle or hair dryer or any […]
Software prototyping – what you need to know
If you were interested in buying a house that was in the process of being built it’s extremely unlikely that you’d hand over your deposit without first taking a detailed look at the plans. Will it be big enough for your needs? Does it have all the rooms and the outdoor space you require? Where […]
What is the timeline for creating a mobile app
When you’re considering creating a mobile app for your business, there’s a number of factors you’ll probably have in mind. If you have a specific timescale for when you want your app to be in use by, then you’re likely to be concerned about the length of time it can take to create the app […]
The difference between native apps and web apps
When it comes to the cost and capabilities of an app a lot will depend how the app is to be built. An app can be built as a native, hybrid or web app, and although you might have heard of those terms you might not be fully aware of what they mean in practice. […]
What the look for in a software development company
Like many business owners you might have come to understand the benefits that bespoke software can bring to your business and have decided that it’s time to commission a customised solution. This might be because you can’t find an appropriate off-the-shelf product, or you might want the added value that only custom-made company software can […]
Agile software development
To be agile is to be nimble and quick to adapt. To be agile is to be light on your feet, and ahead of the game when it comes to potential challenges. To be agile is to be fit enough to face whatever life throws at you. Agile Software Development takes that essential principle on […]
What is low code mobile development
Low-code mobile app development allows users with minimal coding skills and experience to develop mobile apps for Android, iOS, Windows and other platforms. It’s also helpful for professional app developers, as it removes as much of the hand-coding as possible, helping to save considerable time. It allows for the creation of bespoke software solutions in a streamlined […]
The difference between coding and programming
The terms programming and coding are often used interchangeably, but they are in fact both describing very different tasks in the software development process. At its most basic, the division between programming and coding is fairly simple. Coding means to write codes from one language to another, whereas programming means to program a machine with […]
Quality assurance in software development
Software development quality assurance helps to ensure a consistent and reliable end product. It does this through firstly identifying and then maintaining a series of set requirements for each individual development. Known as Software Quality Assurance (SQA), it ensures a consistent standard is maintained by paying close attention to a number of key details during […]
Does your business need custom software
In an ideal world there would be a wide range of off-the-shelf software available that is ready to meet every possible business requirement. In reality, many businesses face multiple issues whenever they try to make their existing software align with evolving business processes. Off-the-shelf products may offer a partial fix, but the end results are […]