Extending your VMware Cloud Infrastructure with a Private Platform-as-a-Service
[ Source: Active State ]
November 2011-
If you already use VMware's Cloud Infrastructure as a virtualization platform, you are well on your way to providing IT as a Service. But as businesses demand faster results in today's competitive market, organizations look to gain more benefits from cloud computing than just virtualized infrastructure.<br><br>
ActiveState Stackato extends your private cloud infrastructure and your VMware investment by creating a private Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) to provide on-demand availability, flexibility, control, ...
Performance Comparison -- ITTIA DB and SQLite
[ Source: ITTIA ]
March 2010-
ITTIA DB SQL is a lightweight database management system designed from the ground up to meet the requirements of embedded systems and devices. SQLite is an open source software library. This white paper examines the performance characteristics and technical capabilities of ITTIA DB and SQLite.
Code Signing Playbook
[ Source: thawte ]
August 2010-
The 5 Sections in this Playbook include:
• Java Code Signing
• Code Signing and Microsoft Authenticode
• Q&A: Code Signing
• Making .NET Assembliess Tamper Resistant
• Code Signing in Adobe AIR
A New Way of Working Smarter - Insights from Global Leaders
[ Source: IBM ]
April 2010-
It pays to work smarter not harder. According to a recent study by the IBM Institute for Business Value, organizations that are significantly outperforming their industry peers also happen to be making more headway on newer approaches to work.
They’re using dynamic, collaborative and connected ways of working to get things done effectively within a constantly changing environment. But most organizations are not yet meeting their ambitions in these areas.
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Software Configuration Management Best Practices
[ Source: AccuRev ]
February 2012-
Software configuration management (SCM) comprises of factors such as compliance, workflow, security, process management, code review, build management and team work. An important piece of any software development process, SCM practices define for development teams how software will be developed and eventually released. Teams can maximize their effectiveness by applying best practices that enable rapid delivery. <br><br>
This white paper introduces the five SCM best practices that are essential for ...
Iteration Planning Guide - Agendas, Tips and Schedules
[ Source: Rally Software ]
August 2010-
Iterations are the heartbeat of the Agile team. Getting into the rhythm of these short cycles uses disciplined planning practices supported by daily and iteration-level meetings. This guide includes a recommended iteration schedule for new teams, success tips and a detailed Iteration Planning agenda.
Microsoft Access 2010 Cost Benefit Analysis for Developers
[ Source: Alpha Software ]
June 2010-
Although Microsoft Access can be used to create desktop applications, its Web development features are lacking. If an organization wants to port an existing Access application to the Web, typically its done in one of two ways:
* The organization can create a brand new Web-based application in Visual Studio. The server-side code would then use the .NET framework to read and write to and from the Access database. Note, however, that the Access ...
Online Secure Web Application Development Awareness (SWADA) Course
[ Source: SCIPP International ]
December 2009-
This ANSI accredited*, 4 hour, live on-line course reviews all of the OWASP Top-10 vulnerabilities and covers best business practices associated with secure web-application development. Upon successful completion of a 25 question post-assessment, attendees will receive a Certificate of Training that will be used as evidence of training which is required by the PCI and PA DSS.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND? •Anyone who is involved with the Application Development Lifecycle: •Application / Applet Developers •Designers •Architects and ...
Top 5 Software Development Process Challenges
[ Source: AccuRev ]
October 2011-
A process framework is a combination of project management, technical practices, and supporting tools. The tools and practices have a profound effect on the day-to-day life of a developer. These types of practices and tools have either helped or hindered development teams deliver software. <br><br>
This paper from AccuRev explores the top 5 process development challenges that software development teams face today and focuses on a series of best practices and ...
Building smart products: best practices for multicore software development
[ Source: IBM ]
February 2011-
The planet is becoming more interconnected, instrumented and intelligent. All kinds of devices—from medical devices to the global positioning system (GPS) in your car to large-scale defense systems—rely on embedded software to interact with other systems and deliver an exceptional, differentiated user experience.
But as the marketplace increasingly demands embedded systems that deliver greater functionality, a smaller form factor, greater reliability, lower power and a lower cost of operation, the pressure ...