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Ways to stay healthy as a software developer

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Introduction The working environment of an average programmer entails sitting around a desk for long hours surrounded by gadgets. The reality here is that, there is a huge possibility of programmers developing certain health conditions and computer related injuries. It is interesting to note that most programmers are more concerned about plugging away with writing lines of code than they are about their health. I think lots of programmers do not prioritise their health as much as they should do. As professionals, it is pertinent to note that the physical well being of a person is just as important as the mental well being. This is why I have put together a list of different ways in which programmers like you and I can keep ourselves healthy. 1).   Hydration Fluid is very much essential to staying alive. A key element to staying hydrated is water. In fact, the total amount of water in our body averages at 60% of our body weight. Dangers Of Not Staying Hydrated. Muscl

Why Should You Hire Professional Software Developers?

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As technology advances, the business world is becoming more competitive. Every business, whether small or big, must strive to keep up with the market trends to stay ahead of its competitors. One of the trends that they need to keep up with is the need to have professional software to enhance smooth conductivity of the business without interruptions and downtime. A lot of businesses do not have a capable in-house team for software development. This is why every business should invest in professional  software development  companies for great results. If you are still skeptical about hiring a professional company for the job, here are a few upsides that will convince you that it is the right thing to do. Take advantage of their experience The software developers have been in the market long enough to gain the necessary knowledge and expertise for the job. This is something that your in-house team lacks. With experience, it means that you can trust them for the best software to s

Profitability of building Custom Software

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Should you develop custom software for your business? Marc Andreessen is right. Software is eating the world. Will you use custom software to create new revenue streams or reduce operational costs? Should you build or should you buy? Should you hire an in-house team to develop your software product or should you outsource? When existing SaaS products don’t solve your company’s exact problems, it often makes sense to build custom software to compete in today’s data driven world. Open source programming languages and cloud infrastructure even the playing field for startups and SMBs by significantly reducing the capital required to build, operate and maintain custom software products. Many companies look to use or modify existing SaaS applications to streamline business processes. While this is a good approach to start, your needs may change as your business grows and you may need to write custom software or modules that work with the SaaS software you’ve procured. When you buil

What do software Engineers Really Do?

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Anytime you visit a webpage or use an internet-powered application, you are engaging with the end result of a software engineer’s work. Software engineers are computer science professionals who use knowledge of engineering principles and programming languages to build software products, develop computer games, and run network control systems. According to the  U.S. Department of Labor , there were well over 1 million people employed as software developers in 2016. As the Internet of Things trend marches forward and more and more of us rely on smart devices, the number of software developers will only increase, with job outlook predicted to grow at 24 percent over the next eight years. To help you learn more about careers in software development, this article will cover the following topics: Types of Software Engineers The software engineering field is broad. Developers have different sets of technical expertise, from building computer information systems to maintai