Tag Archives: software development

Software Estimates

Posted on September 1, 2015 by way0utwest

We really stink at estimating the amount of time that we’ll spend on building software. However I’m not sure that we’re much worse off than many professions. If you ask a doctor how long it takes to get better, do … Continue reading →

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No More Foreign Keys?

Posted on August 31, 2015 by way0utwest

I struggle with removing FKs as a general idea. It’s presented in a piece from a developer. It appears to me that if you do this, you are merely moving the problem, and potentially causing other issues. Apart from Grant’s response … Continue reading →

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Why Use Version Control?

Posted on August 24, 2015 by way0utwest

I’ve spoken with quite a few people in the last few years that don’t see enough value in version control to actually implement it. Most of them agree using a VCS is a good idea, but they aren’t doing it. … Continue reading →

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The Road to Success

Posted on August 20, 2015 by way0utwest

I heard this quote recently from Dan Wood of Northwest Cadence. “The road to success is paved with cobblestones.” The meaning is that as we get better and gain success in those things we attempt, it will be a bumpy road. If you’ve … Continue reading →

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