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If you’ve ever heard the terms “Virtual Desktop” or “Virtual Desktop Infrastructure” (VDI), but you’re not sure what they mean, then this article is for you. Read on to find out what a virtual desktop is, what it does, and how it might benefit you to have one.
There are a lot of frameworks in app development, but not all of them are tailored for today’s cloud environment. Many of them lack modularity and flexibility; some don’t even leverage the benefits of using cloud computing. The 12-Factor application principles are designed specifically for modern, containerized cloud environments from the beginning. Each component is tailored to the flexibility of containers and cloud deployment, all while creating a standard for every team member—and third-party developers— to follow.
At the same time, the 12-Factor app creates a more straightforward approach to developing a cloud app with microservices. It takes into account the need for a positive user experience and how virtual environments can be utilized for higher availability.
Today many company executives in and outside of IT see in flexible methodologies a tool that will increase the speed of work on projects. For this reason, organizations without these methodologies are striving to actively implement Agile.
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But the question arises: Can it really help? Or is Agile only a convenient technology for inventing apologies for deadlines? Let's dive into it.
What exactly is “agile” or an Agile leader? This is one of the biggest problems our industry faces. Ask a room full of people to answer and you may get as many answers. It could be said that it’s a mindset, it’s a software methodology, or a number of other things.
I think of this word “agile” as being synonymous with “nimble” or “flexible.” Just ask Google to define the word for you and see which answer comes first.