Field Notes From Cyfrania
Chronicles of software developers: sweet successes, bitter failures, and everyday routines shared to inspire, spark thoughts, offer hints, or just for a pleasant read.
How to Develop a Mobile App for Kids
As digital natives, today's youth are highly engaged by the technology at their fingertips. In 2020, kids ages 5-16 spent over 4.5 hours per day using screens for entertainment (according to research by Digital Marketing Institute). This highlights the massive opportunity to develop engaging content and useful apps for children. There is huge potential for education and entertainment apps tailored to children's interests. This article provides guidance on successfully developing a mobile app for kids. The first step is to conduct thorough market…
Incremental vs Waterfall Model in Software Development
Let's break down the incremental development vs waterfall model differences for software development. Choosing the right approach is critical for project success. The waterfall and incremental models are two methodologies with distinct approaches. The waterfall model is straightforward, moving from one stage to the next without revisiting previous stages. The incremental model, however, breaks the project into smaller pieces, allowing for flexibility and revisions as the project progresses. This article will help business owners pick a model based on goals, strategy and project needs. ##…
Must-Have Features of a Sports App
There are millions of sports fans and enthusiasts in the United States. Some of them passionately support an NFL team, others follow every Formula 1 Grand Prix. Sports apps are among the most widely used means for fans to stay up to date on the latest news about their beloved teams. It's understandable why some modern entrepreneurs choose to establish their businesses in this domain and invest in the development of sports apps. In one of our previous articles, we explored the process of sports app development in depth and put together a step-by-step guide that…
Modernizing Your Ruby on Rails App: Tips for Non-Techies
Imagine your e-commerce business depends on a Ruby on Rails app. But performance is slow, UI dated, and changes take too long compared to your competitors. You're losing customers. This article explains Rails modernization in plain language, its benefits, and how to approach it without tech skills. If you're a non-technical owner of a legacy Rails application, read on. We'll show you how to revitalize your app and enable company growth! Covered topics: * Challenges of Rails legacy code * Benefits of Rails modernization like better performance…
SaaS and Its Benefits for Business
Software as a Service (SaaS) has become an increasingly popular model for delivering software applications over the internet. SaaS provides a way for businesses to access software apps without having to install and maintain them on their own servers. The SaaS market is predicted to grow over 20% annually, reaching $122 billion by 2025 according to Statista. As SaaS adoption accelerates globally, it is transforming how businesses leverage software. In…
When Does App Modernization Make Sense for Your Business?
At some point, every app starts to show its age. The question you face is - should I invest funds and effort into application modernization now? We’ll provide an objective framework to evaluate whether overhauling your application makes business sense right now. You’ll get specific criteria for diagnosing performance gaps and weighing potential benefits against modernization costs and risks. The goal is clarity on the best next step - to guide your decision between revamping your app or optimizing what you have. Before diving into the decision…
Choosing the Right Framework: React Native vs. Swift vs. Kotlin vs. Flutter
Building a mobile app is all the rage these days! With over 5 million apps across iOS and Android, the opportunities seem endless for developing mobile apps. However, with so many technology options, choosing the right framework can feel overwhelming for beginners looking to build mobile apps. As a non-technical founder or product manager, terms like “native”, “cross-platform”, and…
A Betrayed Developer Will Not Return
I had a dream in which my place in life was taken by my double. By many doubles - at home, in the office, everywhere. People thought that these doubles were me. I tried to prove that I was better than these doubles in all aspects, but nobody seemed to understand the difference. These zombie doubles were better in one single aspect - pretending they were me. I failed at proving worthy. And then I woke up. Once I knew a sharp young lady working on a project. She was responsible for SEO. She had done really great work over the years - the website had many visitors with lots of conversions…
How to Rescue a Failing Software Project?
Software projects fail more often than we'd like to admit. According to research from McKinsey, only 29% of IT projects are successful based on time, budget and requirements criteria. For app owners, product owners, and other business stakeholders, a failing software project can be frustrating and costly. This article provides a guide for non-technical professionals on how to rescue a failing…
How to Take Over a Failing Software Project Step-by-Step
According to the Standish Group, 30-40% of software projects fail and 75% go over budget. So, if you're an app owner or product manager facing a failing project, you're not alone. Fortunately, there are strategies for reviving a stalled software project. This article offers a comprehensive guide to successfully transitioning a failing software project to a new development team. The first step is acknowledging that your current approach…
