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Software Requirements Best Practices News

March 15, 2019 15 Mar'19
DevSecOps shift begins, but remains a work in progress

DevOps security has shifted left, but IT pros disagree on just how far into application design and away from infrastructure security practices will go.
March 15, 2019 15 Mar'19
DevOps security tools 'shift left' into CI/CD pipelines

DevOps security remains a work in progress, but many enterprise IT shops already plug collaboration points for IT security and operations pros directly into the app development pipeline.
October 15, 2018 15 Oct'18
Kendo UI helps devs build accessibility into apps, websites

Progress Software updated its UI-building toolkit to enable developers to comply with the latest standards for website and application accessibility.
September 19, 2018 19 Sep'18
Sumo Logic breaks security data silos with cloud SIEM

Sumo Logic has added cloud security monitoring features that put security in context with business intelligence analytics.

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How to approach test case design

To be a good tester, start at requirements and user expectations, then develop test cases that make certain those needs are met. Walk through the basics of test cases with expert Gerie Owen. Continue Reading
software requirements specification (SRS)

A software requirements specification (SRS) is a comprehensive description of the intended purpose and environment for software under development. The SRS fully describes what the software will do and how it will be expected to perform... (Continued) Continue Reading
functional specification

A functional specification is a formal document used to describe a product's intended capabilities, appearance, and interactions with users in detail for software developers. Continue Reading

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When artificial intelligence and human resources intersect

AI is taking aim at the very people-oriented human resources profession. Expert Brandon Wirtz gives his take on why that's happening now and what it will mean for us all. Continue Reading
Are Agile and DevOps methodologies their own worst enemies?

Can Agile and DevOps learn to get along? Though the two methodologies were hatched in different eras, in some ways they can be seen as kindred spirits, cut from the same cloth of nontraditional approaches to software design, development and project ... Continue Reading
How can a work breakdown structure help me with requirements?

Using a WBS can help make a big task like requirements easier. Expert Robin Goldsmith explains how developers and testers can make the most of this process. Continue Reading

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Implement a DevSecOps pipeline to boost releases' security posture

Break security out of its silo, and get the whole team onboard to create a culture of quality with the right tools at the right time -- and stop blindly rushing to release. Continue Reading
Try these 5 team-building activities for software developers

Whether it's a soft skills workshop, simulated outage exercise or in-house tech conference, these one-day events get dev teams out of a coding rut. Plan yours now. Continue Reading
GitHub Enterprise features, dev appeals reveal strategy

GitHub made moves in 2018 and 2019 to broaden and deepen its user base. Learn the major changes that users should know before committing code on the platform. Continue Reading

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Apply automated security scanning during app development

For developers, security is not often a high priority -- but it should be. Automated security scanning tools can help detect and address weaknesses before evildoers discover them. Continue Reading
How to avoid wasting time in a mobile app development project

A tedious, drawn-out app development process can frustrate everyone involved. Follow these five tips and tricks to ensure that developers don't waste time. Continue Reading
Automated security testing frees devs to prevent breaches

Common software security mistakes include testing at the last minute and not testing open source code and VMs. Expert Matt Heusser suggests ways to avoid these and other missteps. Continue Reading