In developing and testing computer software applications, software developers perform a wide range of activities, including analyzing user needs; applying computer and mathematics principles in their designs; creating specifications; enhancing existing software systems; and collaborating with hardware developers, project managers, and others involved in the software development process. Software developers also monitor software development trends as the demand for technology evolves to meet the global market’s continued appetite for innovation. The future of the software development role looks bright. Employment of software developers, quality assurance analysts, and testers is projected to grow 25% between 2021 to 2031, according to the […]

Every day, new software hits the market, and companies work tirelessly to keep up with evolving trends and technologies. Innovation is challenging, and the margin of error when developing a product can be slim, making efficiency in software development and planning crucial for success. Using metrics that measure the performance of software can be vital to developing a product cost-effectively, prioritizing quality and allowing companies to get a product to market efficiently. When companies rush the development process, resulting in a suboptimal product that may be costly to operate or that may require updating, this is what is known as […]

Tables of Contents What is augmented reality?Benefits of augmented reality in educationAugmented reality in education examplesAugmented reality in higher educationAugmented reality apps for education The Pew Research Center reports that mobile technology use has more than doubled in the past decade from 35% in 2011 to 81% in 2019, with smartphone use especially prevalent among young Americans — about 96% of people ages 18 to 29 own a smartphone. These trends are creating opportunities for using augmented reality in education. Augmented reality (AR) is a technology that overlays digital information such as sounds, videos, and graphics on top of the real-world environment. […]

Technology has evolved over the last half century, and computers are much more available to the public. Computer and software development started as a linear process but has become circular, as the invention and subsequent spread of the internet have led to a revolution in the way computer science professionals develop and distribute technology. Software engineering, development, and implementation are constantly evolving, and greater access to technology is expediting innovation. Furthermore, open source coding modules expand the possibilities by allowing anyone with coding and programming skills to add to a program, enhancing its integrity and resilience. As the software development […]

As modern technologies and Wi-Fi capabilities continue to make the internet more accessible, more people around the world are plugging in. From 2008 to 2018, the number of people going online more than doubled, and a vast majority of people in the United States (87%) is active on the internet, according to World Bank figures from 2017. What’s more, thanks to a surge in mobile devices such as tablets and smartphones, people can plug in on the go — whenever and wherever they want. It’s no wonder that a strong web presence has become more important than ever for companies of […]

Every fall, millions of people come together for a sports tradition: fantasy football. They create leagues on websites such as ESPN and Yahoo, spend hours poring over statistics, and carefully select teams in the hopes of winning money and bragging rights. Behind this billion-dollar industry is a complex series of computer systems and software that ensure that leagues across the country run as planned. Deft computer programming allows for accurate statistics, score tracking, player updates, and trade management. The online fantasy football user experience is seamless, but it takes a lot of work for that to happen. Fantasy football is […]

In the early days of computing, programmer and coder referred to the same job: someone who could command a computer to do things. However, the business world has redefined the two fields, separating programmers and coders. Both are necessary in any company interested in application development, and businesses that maintain custom-coded apps are key employers. So, where does the split of coding vs. programming stem from? What Is Coding? Coding is the art of writing computer code that will compile and run to produce a desired output if given a valid input. Coders might be involved in directly using computer […]

Every computer program, web application, and smartphone app has a creative mind behind it. Students who want to learn about new technologies, create solutions to users’ problems, and work on a wide range of projects may be drawn to software development. From coding websites and optimizing the user experience to developing smartphone games, there are a variety of jobs available in this field. The demand for software developers likely will continue to rise. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the proliferation of new smartphone and tablet apps will lead to a greater need for qualified developers, with […]

The world of technology is shifting, evolving, and adapting to global market trends faster than ever before. According to a Forbes article, many senior technology executives are predicting big changes in software development in 2019, such as multiplatform user interface (UI) development, native analytics modules, AI-first development, and human behavior modeling. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), software developers have a strong job outlook. The job growth rate for the profession is expected to rise by 24 percent — more than three times as fast as the average for all occupations — between 2016 and 2026. That’s […]