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The non-developer’s guide to hiring software developers

The Next Web

If Marc Andreesen is right (and I happen to believe he is) then talented software developers will soon be the most sought after type of employee for just about any company, whether that company’s main business is building software or not. Embrace open source. Open source developers aren’t lazy thieves.

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Open Source Business Model

SoCal CTO

You create something that has value and gets traction and yet youve created it in a way that the software is considered "free." However, there are lots of companies that are making money from open source and freemium models. Luckily Harold Jarche pointed us to other discussion on open source models.

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The end of ownership: The zero-marginal-cost economy

The Next Web

Dries Buytaert created Drupal, an open source content management platform, in his dorm room. He is also the co-founder and CTO at Acquia, a company providing enterprise software for websites and commerce. The post The end of ownership: The zero-marginal-cost economy appeared first on The Next Web.

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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning– Explained

Steve Blank

But they herald a sea change in what computers are capable of doing, how they do it, and what hardware and software is needed to do it. Classic Computers – Software Updates, New Features. The software explores all the possible permutations of a solution, quickly generating design alternatives. Classic Computers- Hardware.

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Software Development Estimates, Where Do I Start?

Diego Basch

For some reason many people discuss the problem of estimating software development timeframes without properly understanding the issue. “Software development” is such a huge endeavor that it doesn’t even make sense to talk about estimates without an understanding of the kinds of problems software can solve.

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Three Easy Ways Businesses Can Combat Cyber Threats

YoungUpstarts

What’s more, cyber attacks are estimated to cost small businesses between $84,000 and $148,000, and 60% go out of business within six months of an attack. To avoid unnecessary disputes and the costs associated with them, implement a carefully drafted BYOD policy with your employees. Get clear on policies.

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How to Choose a Programming Language as a Tech Startup

The Startup Magazine

From your team’s familiarity with the language, to development costs and available resources, there are many factors to consider when choosing a programming language. Let’s face it – you’re probably an excellent salesperson, a great networker and a capable businessman, but software development is a whole other story.