“I had the opportunity to work with the LLI team on a digital transformation project for an enterprise customer. I was very pleased with the end results as well as the alternatives that were proposed along the way.”
As companies scale, the CTO's role becomes more complex. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dawid Adach, a seasoned CTO who has navigated the tough decision many face: Should a CTO stay hands-on with the tech or step back and focus on business strategy?
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The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has permeated various industries, and software development is no exception. A Gartner poll conducted in early 2024 predicts that by 2028, 75% of software engineers will use generative AI code assistants. This marks a substantial rise from early 2023 when fewer than 10% of coders employed these tools. What does it mean for your project?
A 2022 report by CISQ estimated that the cost of poor-quality software in the US has risen to at least $2.41 trillion, though not in the same proportions as in 2020. The accumulated technical debt (TD) of software has increased to about $1.52 trillion. How much it costs you?
Developing custom software lets businesses make a solution that fits their exact needs. This way, it can handle unique business tasks that ready-made software might not cover. Plus, building your own software means you have more control and can make changes quickly as your needs change. However, making custom software takes a lot of time, money, and expertise.
Simple cost comparisons can be misleading without a detailed analysis. That's why we will delve into the methodologies of Lifecycle Cost Analysis (LCCA) and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), providing formulas and detailed instructions to calculate these costs accurately.
Unlock the secrets to efficient time management with Mateusz Sobieraj, a seasoned entrepreneur and high-performance advisor. Discover the cognitive biases that lead to poor time estimation, and learn powerful techniques like timeboxing and blocking to charge your productivity.
Understanding the initial costs involved in a software development project is crucial. However, it's equally important to balance these initial expenses against the lifetime cost of the software. Making short-term savings can sometimes lead to higher long-term costs and vice versa.
Article created in cooperation with Mateusz Sobieraj. In the realm of IT entrepreneurship and software development, mastering time management and accurate task estimation is pivotal for project success. This article explores the common challenges faced in estimating project timelines, delves into the cognitive biases and underscores the significant repercussions of unrealistic time estimations in the context of managerial roles like CEOs, CTOs, and PMs.
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With so many options available, it can be challenging to choose the right software development partner. This IT consulting RFP template guides you through the entire process of selecting the best partner and solution for your needs.
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Join us in this eye-opening episode as cybersecurity expert Mateusz Chrobok reveals the vulnerabilities and limitations lurking within cloud services. From analyzing real-life examples to dissecting the fraudulent tactics used by cybercriminals, this discussion will shed light on the harsh realities of cloud security.
An increasing number of designers and platforms are offering their users the option of using Dark Mode.
Getting the costs right is key to making staff augmentation work seamlessly. When you accurately assess expenses, you can ensure your budget aligns with your big-picture goals. This means breaking down both the obvious and hidden costs linked to staff augmentation.
Software quality isn't just a nice-to-have—it's the secret sauce that separates the investment and regret. But how do you know if software quality is high? In this guide, we're going to dig deep into the nitty-gritty of code quality.
► How to build a decentralized identification and verification system? Join us in this thought-provoking episode of The Dev is in the Details as we delve into the intricate world of identity, truth, and verifiability on the internet. Our guest, Fabian Vogelsteller, a renowned expert in blockchain and decentralized identity, offers profound insights into the challenges and opportunities we face.
In software development, automation (letting computers do the work) can be helpful. But it’s important to know what should be automated and what shouldn’t. Let’s talk about this.
This article explores RFQ and RFP and serves as a comprehensive guide for professionals and organizations seeking clarity and efficiency in their strategic sourcing efforts, especially to gather data for software development.
In a world where company culture and thoughtful leadership are often buzzwords, meet a true practitioner: Dirk Aarts, the founder and CEO of 24/7.
This article takes you on a comprehensive tour of cloud security – from understanding the types of threats to which cloud systems are subjected to actionable measures for fortifying your cloud infrastructure to DevOps’s pivotal role in elevating your cloud security strategy.
Dive into the second episode of The Dev is in the Details podcast, where Lukasz and Pedro unravel the secrets to identifying and nurturing top-tier software talent.
Discover how the “Fail Fast” approach can improve your software development workflow while enhancing error detection and code quality.
Most businesses today run on interconnected digital systems. Consequently, when systems are down, so are profits. Learn how DevOps helps keep cloud systems available and resistant to failures.
In the first episode of The Dev is in the Details podcast, Łukasz and Pedro discuss remote work and how it has evolved over the past years.
Elixir is a general-purpose, functional, dynamic, metaprogramming-aware language which allows developers to build scalable, concurrent applications using an elegant syntax.
Time stops for no one, but many organisations struggle to keep up with the relentless pace of technology evolution. Legacy systems are a huge source of costs and risks, but Cloud Migration can solve these issues for good.
As DevOps gains space and importance across IT departments worldwide, understanding what sets DevOps Engineers and Software Engineers apart and where they intersect can help improve clarity and assertiveness across tech teams.
After almost three decades since its first release, Java remains one of the most popular programming languages worldwide. Learn why!
Each programming paradigm has a different purpose and is used to classify programming languages. This article concerns the Functional Programming paradigm – one of software development's most essential and extensively used programming structures.
Finding, attracting and onboarding new talent is hard. This is particularly the case in the technology sector, where job offers abound and highly skilled workers have the privilege of being as selective as they want about where to work.
Many software projects end up costing more and taking longer than expected. At LLI, we believe Project Management starts at the proposal stage and commit to delivering all projects on time and on budget. Here's how.
At the start of this year, I had the pleasure and opportunity of building an entire application using Phoenix LiveView.
When it comes to hiring and building a great team, there’s no single correct process.
Forming a deeper understanding of the product lifecycle and associated business needs have helped businesses appreciate the value of having proper QA in place.
Hiring a CTO isn’t easy. Relying on a quality CTO as a service takes the burden off of startups, allowing them to focus on what matters.
In a recent podcast episode, Kris and Lukasz rejoined forces to break down culture in IT companies.
Lukasz and Kris explore the topics of culture building, benefits and challenges of remote-first working cultures, and how our colleagues influence and inspire us.
The new generation’s view of IT company culture impacts its creation as well as valuable tools and strategies that IT companies can use to nurture company culture.
At the centre of our second LLI spotlight is Isabelle Krauze, our UX/UI Designer who has been with LLI since August 2021.
We’ve already made it to our third LLI spotlight! Today, we’ll be sitting down with Shuhan Hu, LLI’s Ruby on Rails Junior, who joined the team early on this year.
Welcome to the first LLI spotlight of 2023! We recently had the opportunity to catch up with Piotr Gawlik, our Ruby on Rails Junior.
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