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What kind of test do I need for my software?
Sun, 04/16/2023 - 10:27 — Alexis Wilke
Introduction
Most software companies run in that dilemma. In order to write software that works, you want to write some tests. The question for many of these companies is: what kind of tests are most efficient for my business?
Here we talk about seven common test practices in the software industry.
1. Unit Testing
Probably the most used form of testing is Unit Testing. This is easy to write and very effective in discovering bugs. If you are looking at verifying correctness, this is 100% what you need to have to test your software.
Why is it easy to write?
In most cases, Unit ...
Best way to setup a VirtualBox to avoid system crashes on a reboot
Sat, 03/25/2023 - 09:33 — Alexis Wilke
We now use permanent VirtualBox OSes to run part of our infrastructure.
We ran in all sorts of issues with those, but one thing for sure is that you do not want your OS hard drive to fill up because a (re)boot may not be possible after that. This is because the drive is likely to go bust if completely full.
You should, of course, have tools to let you know how filled up your hard drive is to make sure to catch such issues early. In our case, we had a Jira instance that filled up the drive mainly because we made one backup of the database per day. One day, one of those backup ended that ...
Ten Ways To Choose The Right Data Management Tool for Your Needs
Tue, 02/14/2023 - 15:04 — Alexis Wilke
Tools for data management are crucial parts of every organization. With the correct tool, you can efficiently and rapidly manage, store, analyze, and use your data in ways that provide valuable insights. But how can you choose the best data management system for your needs when there are so many options on the market today?
This blog post will offer ten suggestions to assist you in selecting the ideal data management technology for your company.
1. Recognize The Various Tools That Are Available
Data management products come in many different varieties nowadays, each with special ...
3 Efficient Ways to Store Data Long Term
Tue, 01/17/2023 - 18:13 — Alexis Wilke
The digital landscape is changing every day. That means that businesses, organizations, and personal information need constant care and attention to maintain their safety, especially if it's data that needs to be kept an eye on for a long time. From being reliable, affordable, and as secure as possible, it's critical that it remains in the right hands.
This is why we've compiled a list of 3 efficient ways to store data long-term, including using off-site cloud storage plus taking advantage of SQL Server Data Tools. Ready to give your info the safety it deserves? Read on…
Basic Website Development Tools Every Blockchain Developer Needs
Mon, 05/09/2022 - 21:02 — Alexis WilkeDevelopers can choose from many advanced software applications in today’s environment of intensive research on potential uses for blockchain technology. Web development tools include Ethereum DApps Development where researchers and developers strive to build decentralized apps and smart contracts. Smart contracts have the built-in ability to adjust based on changes to key terms and to monitor compliance with the terms of the contract.
Blockchain development tools help to facilitate software development. If a developer is new to blockchain or lacks experience, he or she should become ...
8 Things to Consider Before Choosing Payroll Software
Sat, 04/16/2022 - 13:30 — Alexis WilkeAre you in the process of purchasing payroll software for your business? Selecting the right one is not as easy as you may think, especially when you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for.
This article examines a few things you should know before selecting a software solution that meets your needs.
Metaprogramming in C++ to create functions that depend on their input parameters
Sat, 03/26/2022 - 10:48 — Alexis WilkeI've been using metaprogramming for a while now. An interesting aspect to the ability to define an invalid (unavailable) type, allows you to declare functions that do not get selected by the C++ template system.
The following is a simple example where you want to test a version where the major, minor and patch version numbers are defined as an undefined type T which could be a signed or an unsigned type while compiling. If unsigned, the return value < 0; statement will generate a warning and for safer programming, you should not allow any warnings (we use the -Werror command line ...
What is a Golden File in software development?
Mon, 03/14/2022 - 11:34 — Alexis Wilke
While programming, one of the best thing to do to make sure that your software works as expected is to write tests.
Actually, if you write enough tests to make sure that the code works as expected, it should take you between two and three more time to finish up your project. So if it takes you one day to write a function, it will take you another two days to write good tests for that one function.
Many of those tests, especially as you construct more and more complex software, require large amount of input and output data. It's easy enough to test a function such as strlen(). It has one ...
Top 6 Benefits of Hotel Management Software
Fri, 02/11/2022 - 16:22 — Alexis WilkeTechnology is ever-changing, and it brings huge operational benefits to all industries, including hospitality. However, not every business has the time, energy, funds, and resources to constantly invest in the latest technological breakthroughs.
That being said, there are a few simple and cost-effective operational aids that are easy to setup and make running a hospitality business that much easier, like hotel management software.
Not sure if you need new software for your hotel? Keep reading to learn how digital hotel management solutions improve efficiency.
1. Accurate Reports
Hotel ...
5 Simple Ways to Make Your Business More Efficient
Mon, 02/07/2022 - 09:07 — Alexis WilkeThere's nothing more frustrating in business than waste. The opportunity cost of your workforce devoting hours to unproductive tasks is something you can't ignore.
So, to help you reduce waste and improve productivity, here are 5 simple ways to help make your business more efficient.
1. Get Software to Manage Your Deliveries
Getting your product delivered to your client is the most important part of your business, but if you don't manage your delivery system carefully, it can also be the most expensive.
Installing job scheduling software allows you to ensure your delivery ...
