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How a DevOps Assembly Line Can Speed up Pipeline Movement

DevOps has changed how code is managed between teams, breaking down silos and increasing productivity by merging developers and operations. It’s an approach founded on agile operations, and its popularity continues to grow within the developer community.

Notable for its ability to promote the value of cross-collaboration across the entire lifecycle and pique the interest of many to enter its booming landscape, DevOps has continued to evolve throughout the years. As more and more businesses see the advantages of an agile working environment, there is an even greater need to introduce DevOps assembly lines to the mix.

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Linux Kernel Bugs and How to Combat Them

The importance of secure IT systems cannot be overstated. Every day, new cyber threats emerge. As well as online networks, operating systems can also be vulnerable. Although Linux is more secure than other operating systems, no operating system is 100% safe from attacks.

In fact, there has been a rise in cyber attacks targeting Linux operating systems. High-value targets are often powered by Linux, making Linux security very important. For example, organizations who aim to stay HIPAA compliant in their communications need to make sure every piece of software they use—including their operating systems and even their digital workplace software—is as secure as possible.

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How to Create a Tech Stack That Improves Business and Increases Growth

Technology is now at the center of everything. That’s why it’s important for any new business to be able to capitalize on technological advancements. But to do so, it must first have a tech stack in place that meets its unique set of needs. From managing SIP trunk calls to powering your organization's intranet, a tech stack can have many helpful applications.

But finding the best stack is not always a simple process. What steps can be taken to avoid making a poor investment? The first is to take a thorough look through all available choices. 

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4 Software QA Metrics To Enhance Dev Quality and Speed

Introduction

Today, the demand for software is higher than ever. Lines of code govern almost everything we do in our day-to-day activities. The way we buy, the way we sell, even the way we communicate. 

In 2019, according to Evans Data Corporation, there were 23.9 million developers worldwide. In an attempt to hold their place within the market, developers are having to speed their process up whilst delivering products of ever-increasing quality. This happening all across the board, even and especially at the 50 leading SaaS companies. Often speed and quality seem at odds with one another, but in reality, this isn’t the case. Improvement in both areas is obtainable. This is where QA can help.

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4 Essential KPIs for Software Teams to Track Their Productivity

If you’re project managing a software development team, you’ll know all too well the trials and tribulations that come with the very nature of the job. 

Because software development is all about adapting and developing software to be the very best it can be, there are inevitable highs and lows in the process.

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How to Know if a Meeting Is Worthwhile Before Scheduling it

Do you feel a shiver down your spine when you hear the word “meeting”?

If you dread meetings, you aren’t alone. Common complaints about meetings are that they happen too often, they’re too long, and they don’t successfully address problems. In short, they’re not worthwhile.

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3 Tips to Make Your SD-WAN Transition Easier

The optimization of data traffic, as well as applications that make use of said data, has been a cornerstone of the WAN since its inception. 

By optimizing the WAN, application traffic is supercharged by reducing the amount of data across the WAN. That’s through processes like deduplication, decreased latency, protocol acceleration, and caching. All play a part in maximizing bandwidth utilization.