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Why Are Software Projects So Hard to Estimate?
Why are software projects hard to estimate? Chris (CTO) discusses three main issues with estimating software projects and an easier approach to solving this issue.
Why Is It So Hard for Companies to Add Feature Requests to Software?
Have you ever tried to ask a company to add a feature request to their website, software product, or mobile application? However, you got a generic message in return. Chris (CTO) discusses why getting your request featured in the next release can be hard and ways to solve this problem if you are a small to mid-sized business.
The Rise of the Fractional CTO
There has been a surge in startups using fractional CTOs instead of full-time CTOs in recent years. This raises the question of why this is happening. Is this a good approach? What is the right approach for your startup? In this article, we will address all these questions.
What Are the Dangers and Current Reality of AI?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come a long way in recent years. From Chat GPT to self-driving cars, AI can potentially transform numerous industries. In this blog post, we aim to discuss the positives and the possible concerns of AI.
Cooking Up a Software Team from Scratch
Calling all software and non-software individuals tasked with starting a software team from scratch. Chris presented on Cooking Up a Software Team from Scratch at this year’s Denver Startup Week. In this blog post, get a quick recap and learn a few golden nuggets for creating a successful team. During his career, Chris has built and maintained an entire division. He is excited to share his successes and the essential lessons he has learned. Due to the feedback we received during and after the presentation, we plan on turning this into a web series over the next few months. Stay tuned.
The Driving Force Behind Software: Six Motivators of Engineers
Even with the recent downfall of the big tech industry, finding quality software engineers continues to be challenging; however, organizations can significantly improve their chances of getting and retaining engineers by understanding what motivates them. This blog post explores six top motivators for software engineers, from solving complex problems to the joy of turning ideas into reality.