In the world of IT and software development, it seems that new technologies are emerging faster than ever. Driven by the incredible demands of digital transformation, big data, and the Internet of Things, it seems that there is a "must-have" tech coming to the market just about every week. However, one of the common misconceptions about these new technologies is the way in which they are converging — or whether they are really converging at all. Many IT professionals believe that these technologies are converging in such a way that new technology cannot stand alone. Let's explore why that's not technically the case and how technology is becoming more specialized than ever.
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While it is certainly true that there are common threads connecting new and emerging technologies, the reality is that new tech is focused on specific solutions and challenges. As a result, tools are becoming increasingly specialized.