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The Smyth Group
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Приєднався 10 гру 2019
We engineer impactful, custom software to empower businesses and achieve scalable growth. Our team is passionate about software, and we want to share our knowledge and experience. From our minds to yours-gain from our collective insights on software, business, strategy, design, and beyond.
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TSG Webinar: 5 Red Flags: Exposing Hidden Issues in Your Dev Team
Have you ever felt like something was “off” with your software dev team? It’s an unsettling feeling that many software leaders experience more frequently than they should.
Is progress happening too slowly for your expectations? Maybe the quality doesn’t seem up to par, or the communication with your team is infrequent and unclear. What can be done? How can you pinpoint the source of your issues? And, more importantly, how can you address the underlying cause?
In this webinar, we will address these concerns and more, identifying five common red flags in software development teams and the best ways to address the issues they represent. For each red flag, we’ll cover three questions: How do you detect it? Why does it matter? What can you do about it?
We’ll also be covering the answers to questions such as:
- What are some hidden dangers that arise from being in the dark with your software project?
- What does effective communication look like within a software team?
- How can you identify why your project isn’t moving forward at the pace you expect?
Our CEO Jamie Smyth and Senior Developer Johannes Fahrenkrug will be leading the webinar. We’ll also be interviewing Ty Downing, Co-founder and COO of SKYNAV-an immersive, 360° virtual tour platform with 3D elements for the travel industry, real estate, and more-for his insights on leading teams of software developers.
Is progress happening too slowly for your expectations? Maybe the quality doesn’t seem up to par, or the communication with your team is infrequent and unclear. What can be done? How can you pinpoint the source of your issues? And, more importantly, how can you address the underlying cause?
In this webinar, we will address these concerns and more, identifying five common red flags in software development teams and the best ways to address the issues they represent. For each red flag, we’ll cover three questions: How do you detect it? Why does it matter? What can you do about it?
We’ll also be covering the answers to questions such as:
- What are some hidden dangers that arise from being in the dark with your software project?
- What does effective communication look like within a software team?
- How can you identify why your project isn’t moving forward at the pace you expect?
Our CEO Jamie Smyth and Senior Developer Johannes Fahrenkrug will be leading the webinar. We’ll also be interviewing Ty Downing, Co-founder and COO of SKYNAV-an immersive, 360° virtual tour platform with 3D elements for the travel industry, real estate, and more-for his insights on leading teams of software developers.
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UI vs. UX-What's the difference?
Переглядів 4521 день тому
Watch as “The Most Inaccurate Techsplainer in the World” unpacks the difference between UX and UI-until our COO Japheth Smellie straightens him out. How can focusing on your software’s UX and UI impact your users? thesmythgroup.com/insights/design-led-software-is-the-disneyland-of-ux/ #ux #ui #software
Why is there so much janky software? Reason #4: Technical Debt
Переглядів 452 місяці тому
In our latest episode, our CEO Jamie Smyth discuss the similarities between technical debt and broken windows-and explains why you should tolerate neither. 🙅🏻♂️ Technical debt leads to janky software via lowered standards, system crashes, frustrated users, and more. Avoid the jank. Pay down technical debt regularly, and fix it the right way. Have a technical debt best practice? Share in the co...
Improve Your Software Team's Process Using Hot Potato
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One key to making good software: keep the potatoes hot! 🔥 🥔 Watch as our Development Coordinator, Paul Bredenberg, explains this mental model that will improve your communication style and result in better software. Book one of our workshops for your team and learn to implement Hot Potato: thesmythgroup.com/services/development-design-team-workshops/
Why is there so much janky software? Reason #3: There Was a Jerk on the Team
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“It’s ok if someone is a jerk on your team, as long as they do brilliant work. If everyone just powers through, the project will be a success.” Sound familiar? This belief suggests that exceptionally talented individuals-despite their toxic behavior-should be tolerated or even celebrated because their skills or intellect are considered indispensable. Well, we completely disagree 🙅🏻 In in this v...
Part 2: Security-How Over-Reliance on Spreadsheets Leads to Dumpster Fires
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Watch part 2 of our mini-series: How Over-Reliance on Spreadsheets Leads to Dumpster Fires. This episode focuses on the security issues and vulnerabilities that spreadsheets can have when they're used for purposes beyond what they're built for. Have a spreadsheet disaster story? Comment below or email us at stories@thesmythgroup.com. Download our White Paper: thesmythgroup.com/insights/dont-spr...
How Over-Reliance on Spreadsheets Leads to Dumpster Fires-Part 1: Human Error
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Watch as our CEO, Jamie Smyth, explains the risks involved with using spreadsheets beyond their intended purpose. Download the White Paper: thesmythgroup.com/insights/dont-spread-disaster-a-report-on-the-dangers-of-spreadsheets/
Why is there so much janky software? Reason #2: Designers Weren't Empowered
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Ever wonder why there is so much poorly designed, unreliable software? 💭 Our CEO, Jamie Smyth, has a deep disdain for janky software and he’s eager to explain the reasons why it abounds. In the second video of this series, we discuss another culprit: designers weren't empowered.
Who is The Smyth Group?-The Official TSG Brand Video
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The Smyth Group engineers impactful custom software to empower businesses and drive scalable growth. How do we do it? Our battle-tested, 4-phase process ensures success for every custom software project: 1) Strategize 2) Design 3) Develop & Implement 4) Scale Learn more at: thesmythgroup.com
Why is there so much janky software? Reason #1: Cleverness Over Clarity
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Ever wonder why there is so much poorly designed, unreliable software? 💭 Our CEO, Jamie Smyth, has a deep disdain for janky software and he’s eager to explain the reasons why it abounds. In the first video of this series, we discuss the first culprit: cleverness over clarity. Have you ever had an experience like his? Share in the comments!
4 Simple Ways Integrated AI Optimizes Business
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking the economy by storm. It may seem like integrating AI is too complex for your average business-however, many businesses are already implementing AI in very simple ways: 1) Customer-Facing Mobile Chatbots 2) Internal-Facing Mobile Chatbots 3) Customer Review Responses 4) Enhanced SEO Product Descriptions Watch to learn more about how these methods can benef...
Why Embrace Opinionated Frameworks?
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What are opinionated frameworks, and why should developers consider using them? One of our software engineers, Jim Jenkins, covers this topic and explains the benefits of utilizing opinionated frameworks. Learn more at www.thesmythgroup.com
Custom Software for Growth-Stage Startups-Why Trust TSG
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The Smyth Group understands the challenges that startups face. We can help improve the systems that drive your business through custom software. Learn more at: thesmythgroup.com/software-for-startups/
Image Sliders: A Deep Dive Into JS Carousels
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As part of our new Unstuck the Developer series, watch Jim and Paul discuss a solution to a StackOverflow question about how to make a image slideshow with smooth transitions. Github Repo: github.com/thesmythgroup/example-js-carousel
Kill the Desktop
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Kill the Desktop! Not actual desktops-but the ones within your computer UI. Why? Aaron explains. 2023 Update: Invision Studio demo unfortunately no longer exists, as Invision Studio no longer exists. For more ideas like this, check out our podcast: soundcloud.com/ideate-team
Value Stream Mapping - Improving Product Workflows.
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Value Stream Mapping - Improving Product Workflows.
The 5S System - Principles For Improving The UI
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The 5S System - Principles For Improving The UI
Regression Analysis - Leveraging Quantitative Data In Design
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Regression Analysis - Leveraging Quantitative Data In Design
The 5 Whys - Identifying The Problem To Solve
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The 5 Whys - Identifying The Problem To Solve