Software developer skills and training

Whether the end goal is to prepare for a certain project, career advancement or both, software developer skills and training are worth the pursuit. Whether developers want to call upon technical skills or soft skills, they can dig into this advice from staff writers and app-development experts to address their shortcomings.

December 23, 2020 23 Dec'20
DevOps news and trends to watch in 2021

Join veteran IT journalists in a conversation about the top development, DevOps, low-code and CI/CD news in 2020, and where these trends will take us in 2021.
June 04, 2020 04 Jun'20
Microsoft fuels 'developer velocity' with Azure, new tools

Microsoft is pushing the theme of 'developer velocity,' or how coders can quickly transform an idea into viable business software. Experts vary on how new the concept really is.
April 03, 2020 03 Apr'20
IBM Call for Code unleashes developers on COVID-19

IBM's Call for Code competition wants developers to create applications that help communities deal with and mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 06, 2020 06 Mar'20
Developers vie for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure certs

Oracle hopes to attract new developers to its cloud platform with its new developer certification for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, as it trails AWS, Microsoft and Google in market share.

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Virtual software development and testing conferences to attend

Yes, you're stuck at home, but developers and testers can actually learn more for less money than in the past. Connect with dev and test experts at these virtual conferences. Continue Reading
Agile characteristics for internal software development teams

Not all developers create software for external users. So, what lessons can internal dev teams learn from Agile? Start with one problem at a time and iterate from there. Continue Reading
Thumb through these app development books for a skills tuneup

Software experts discuss the latest app development books. Pick up one of these recommended books to round out your knowledge and rev up your career. Continue Reading

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

7 questions to ask before you select software testing tools

Before you select software testing tools, you need to know how to evaluate them. Explore trial versions, research the vendors and assess your organization's needs and capabilities. Continue Reading
Compare the top automated functional testing tools

This roundup of top automated functional testing tools, including Selenium, Micro Focus UFT and TestComplete, will guide you to pick the best choice for software testing needs. Continue Reading
DevOps, cross-platform, test are top mobile developer skills

Learn about four mobile app dev skills and experience enterprises value: Agile, DevOps, cross-platform and test-driven development, and newer, native languages Swift and Kotlin. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

5 examples of ethical issues in software development

As software becomes entrenched in every aspect of the human experience, developers have an ethical responsibility to their customers. Continue Reading
How to use TODO comments for secure software development

Don't let security be a software development burden. Learn app developer tricks, such as using TODO comments, to ensure security controls make it from development to production. Continue Reading
Why it's time to take IT burnout seriously

Disengaged or apathetic employees are a sign of weak culture -- not weak people. In this podcast, Dr. Christina Maslach shares what IT job burnout looks like and how to address it. Continue Reading

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What makes for a quiet developer work environment on the road?

Developers run into distractions when they work out of a hotel or Airbnb. Here's how to fight back against subpar accommodations that halt productivity -- and how to avoid them next time. Continue Reading
Enterprise software developers: Forget minor software bugs

Many enterprises think software isn't perfect unless they eliminate minor defects. However, this approach won't prevent major disasters, and it hinders the practices that would. Continue Reading
Which software engineer skills matter? All of them

The ongoing developer shortage means employers face unique challenges when it comes to hiring. LinkedIn's Sarah O'Brien offers insight into how developers behave and what they're really looking for. Continue Reading