software development

To start a career in software development, should i go for .net or J2EE?

2009-07-15T00:35:00.002-07:00

I have not worked a lot in both technologiesbut familiar with object oriented stuff and C.

To start a career in software development, should i go for .net or J2EE?
definitely .net, as a start, .net programmers average higher salary than j2ee. other reason: .net uses a standard visual studio.net tool which is easy to use and standardized also with the help of MSDN library which has all the solution if your stuck somewhere. while j2ee has several tools and each has its pros and cons which would probably delay your career start with confusion of selecting the best tools. since your familiar with C it would be much easier if you start with visual c++.net, also java uses quite different syntax and concept it would make it harder for you. both are object oriented.
Reply:Depends on what projects you want to work on. .net is limited to the Windows world and won't help you with any Unix systems, such as are being introduced to public administration. J2EE experience will allow you even to create software for mobile phones and other handhelds.
Reply:I do both, and personally I would sugest starting with a low level language, rather than jumping into one or the other. Learn C. From C you can still go either way - t is very similar to java, and can also be used as a basis for C#.

.net is likely to take more and more of the internet market, as it's handling of services is amazing. Java will continue to rule in apps until .net moves most online.

You should ask yourself what you want to end up working on. If it is web based programs then go for .net and if it is applications (desktop) you can go for java.

But start with something you can move either way with (I suggest C).
Reply:J2EE give you more $$money$$

I like .NET and find it easier to learn, but at the end of the day, i am in J2EE field.
Reply:.NET ROCKS. Learn C# and you are the God, oops i mean Goddess!! Its too easy and the Visual Studio makes it even more simpler. With .NET you can integrate other languages too, like java,C++ etc.

And for web developement, try php, try it with care. You will get addicted to it. ;)

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2009-07-15T00:35:00.001-07:00

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How can i learn C++ or other languages for software development online?

2009-07-15T00:35:00.000-07:00

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How can i learn C++ or other languages for software development online?
like many others on yahoo answers i can help you with free c++ book which is simple with extensive examples

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Is there a good but affordable web development software package?

2009-07-15T00:34:00.003-07:00

I was told that .mac and iWeb are not good. Can you please suggest a good web package for macs?

Is there a good but affordable web development software package?
Well you should try some free trials and decide for your self.

I think you want an HTML editor or a mac/flash editor?

Well just goto http://www.download.com and type in their search engine html edotors and make it software.

Config your OS at the bottom of the page b4 you start your search...to what your OS is to what soft ware you want...eg. trial,free,...

If you trust me..go here!

http://www.download.com/3120-20_4-0.html...

What are the advantages of using HTML over web development software?

2009-07-15T00:34:00.002-07:00

If you're building a web site, you are using HTML (or XHTML) whether you use web development software or not. All the web development tools do is create HTML / XHTML / CSS code.

These tools seem attractive because they appear to be easier than learning coding, but the appeal wears off.

None of these tools are really WYSIWYG, because that paradigm was meant for print media, not the web. What you see (in dreamweaver, frontpage, whatever) is what you hope you get if the user uses the browser you think they might use. (what is that? WYSIWYHYGITUUTBYTTMU? Clearly not a snappy acronym.)

Most people who use these tools eventually switch to code view and end up tweaking their code by hand. To do so, you really need to know HTML, XHTML (a newer and simpler replacement to HTML) and CSS (a third language used to describe the visual aspects of HTML / XHTML code.)

Since you'll need these skills eventually, you might as well learn them from scratch.

Learning to write XHTML and CSS is not that difficult if you use a text editor designed to help you with the job. Aptana is a variant of the venerable eclipse editor which checks your code as you go, points out possible errors, and gives you suggestions as you type. It's free and available at http://www.aptana.org

It won't be long before you decide to move beyond static web pages and create dynamic applications using languages like JavaScript and PHP. These are programming languages which create input and output in HTML. By the time you start using these languages, you need to be fluent in HTML / XHTML, because you'll have to write the programs that create HTML pages.

Finally, XHTML and CSS have advanced to a point where they are really not any harder than learning an editor. It used to be that HTML didn't provide any decent layout tools, so designing a good-looking page required lots of hacks and cheats (frames, tables for layout, invisible spacer images, and all kinds of other ugliness) It was so hard to make a decent-looking page that the editors were quite appealing. Today it's actually easier and quicker to make any layout you wish in XHTML and CSS than it is to use design tools (if you know what you're doing.) The XHTML/CSS designs have the advantage of scaling well to multiple platforms and screen sizes.

Web development tools are not evil, but they are also not necessary. Consider getting a programmer's editor like Aptana and using it to write XHTML/CSS by hand. You'll find that the effort pays off.

Best of luck to you!

What are the advantages of using HTML over web development software?
There is no advantage.

If you are going to do web development, you will need to understand and know some HTML. Unless you are doing really simple things, HTML is necessary in order to make web development possible (whether you are using ASP.NET, JAVA, PHP, CGI, JAVASCRIPT, etc).

You may not need to right an entire webpage in HTML, and likely won't with today's webdev software packages (some), but you will need to do some customization, cascading style sheets, formatting, etc.

To understand what I am trying to say, for an ASP.NET application, whether it was written in C# or VB.NET, the webpage a client views in their browser is entirely in HTML. If you added javascript to the page, that will be in there as javascript.
Reply:In a nutshell, using a software package is easy, you can just drag and drop things around.

The problem lies in the underlying code, HTML is a language that describes information, a package like Dreamweaver knows nothing about this information or how its structured just how it is to be presented.

By writing HTML by hand you can describe the information correctly which has a number of advantages. Google will be able to read and understand far more about your site for example. If the HTML is to be used with other technologies such as PHP or a content management system, development will be far easier (and therefore cheaper).

I recommend hand coding HTML for any site that isn't a small personal project, but I would, I am a web developer!

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Reply:it is the basic language of the web developement..

so basic language...

every page on the client site is of html form and nothing else what ever its design laguage.

means on the user computer every page have the html form.

i think now u can got the advantage of html...........
Reply:The size of the file is much smaller. The code is easier to change.

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Where can I find Posting/Portal about Current Pattern in Software Development?

2009-07-15T00:34:00.001-07:00

Hi Guys,

Where can i find good information about software development / IT Systems Development strategies, Tools being used, technologies, methodologies and example of successful pattern implemented by leading architect in IT industry. Whether it's J2EE or .NET, XML, Web Services, etc. I need those updated information practical to the contemporary IT environment. Be updated regularly by experts with examples, samples, etc for my references.

Please give me the URL guys.

Thanks

DLL Jedi.

Where can I find Posting/Portal about Current Pattern in Software Development?
While my response is "Microsoft-centric", the MSDN Web site does have a decent section on "Patterns %26amp; Practices" which may be useful to you. I've supplied the link to the site below.

Where are the market opportunities for Oil & Gas related software development ?

2009-07-15T00:34:00.000-07:00

It is huge especially if you go after tier 2 and tier 3 companies.

How to find job in software development?

2009-07-15T00:33:00.003-07:00

i am BE computer science graduate with good score. searching for a good job almost for 2 years. faced nearly 40 interviews but i can't get thro' .plz give me ur suggestion.

How to find job in software development?
post your resume at monster.com. try an internship maybe.
Reply:from which university you passed

1) IF you are from north university then you may face problem

2) tell me from which university you passed
Reply:www.monster.com

Is there any kind of big it giants who is coming to coimbatore to open a software development center ?

2009-07-15T00:33:00.002-07:00

yes the list is getting big.... cognizant, TCS, rovaaris... lot of people coming in....

Is there any kind of big it giants who is coming to coimbatore to open a software development center ?
Cognizant is definitely scaling up in coimbatore..
Reply:yea they are not aware u are waiting for them

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Is there any offshore software development companiesin India in .NET technologies for project work etc?

2009-07-15T00:33:00.001-07:00

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How can I find part-time or freelancing jobs in software development in Denver?

2009-07-15T00:33:00.000-07:00

Well, if it were me, I look for local temp agencies in the online want ads. You can't miss them because they post a lot of the techie jobs. Genesis and Cognizant are two that come to mind, also Spherion, but I don't know if they operate in Denver.

How can I find part-time or freelancing jobs in software development in Denver?
Try freelancing sites... Alot of people need software coded they are willing to pay too.
Reply:YOU DONT NEED TO WORRY ABOUT JOBS JUST SIT BACK AND RELAX AND GET A GUY CAUSE BY THE SOUNDS OF IT YOU AINT GOT ONE AND NEEDS SOME MONEY
Reply:theres bunch of websites,

www.careerbuilder.com

www.hotjobs.com

www.jobs.com

www.monster.com

etc.
Reply:Look for part-time or contract jobs on an online jobs website like Monster.com
Reply:your not gunna find one, i have never met anyone parttime and an agency that will take parttime. your expected to do full time adn overtime.

good luck finding one adn if you get one let me know, i need a parttime one too.

Do you agree software development is difficult ? Does this example illustrate ?

2009-07-15T00:32:00.002-07:00

Your boss fears assassination and you're therefore installing a system of surface to air missiles on the roof of his house.

Your boss helpfully supplies a "salvo sequence timing" computer program.

Your incorporate the salvo sequence timing into the system and get the whole system accredited.

The whole system is working beautifully, it even fends off a couple of assassination attempts.

You take some hols, leaving the system with a very senior, supposedly capable, person.

Being very senior, the person has unfettered access to the software.

The system is doctored during a supposed upgrade.

The salvo sequence timing logic is doctored.

The supposedly accredited salvo sequence timing software is doctored to "reflect the released code".

Now you have disagreement between yourself and the organisation who accredited the system, over the version of the salvo sequence timing program that was accredited.

Do you agree software development is difficult ? Does this example illustrate ?
You got lost ?
Reply:there are better illustrations...

Though as a software developer I find it very entertaining and funny.

Thanks

What's the best way to start a business that really works and earns me money fast (Software Development)?

2009-07-15T00:32:00.001-07:00

I have experience in software development and computer services management (own business) for the local market only. My country is a very small one. Now I would like to exploit other markets

What's the best way to start a business that really works and earns me money fast (Software Development)?
Your goal should be helping people, not making money.

The money will follow your success in helping people.
Reply:Earning money fast will not happen. An important step is to make a business plan and start from there. Marketing the most important part of such a plan. How are you going to reach your potential customers? Who will be your customers. How to get them to accept your talent. These are questions you need to ask yourself. Many small local business people might your best chance to get started. Many times they need someone to program or adapt programs to their needs. They obviously can't afford a full time developer. Brush up on your sales skills as your going to need them.
Reply:The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.

I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal %26amp; Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.

Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

* The Business of Software: What Every Manager, Programmer, and Entrepreneur Must Know to Thrive and Survive in Good Times and Bad by Michael A. Cusumano

* Software That Sells: A Practical Guide to Developing and Marketing Your Software Project by Edward Hasted

* Start Your Own Software Company: A Step-By-Step Guide to Setting Up a Computer Software Business by David J. Cracas

* Web %26amp; Software Development: A Legal Guide by Stephen Fishman

There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success %26amp; happiness in all your ventures!
Reply:If you want to make the big dollars, don't "exploit" markets, make a useful product that no one else has made or make one that improves on the ideas already out there. That is the most basic concept in business. What you need may not even be a new area, but a better way to market what you have now in your own country. Step back for a couple of hours when you have the time, pick up a piece of paper and pencil (I don't reccommend being near a computer for people in that business, it's distracting in a way) and brainstorm what is good about the business now, bad about it and be as brutally honest as you can. Then find ways to fix what is wrong and build on what is right. After that and some more thought you may find that you want to move more slowly toward a new area or not at all or more quickly. But at least shake out some cobwebs before you leap, it seems to help keep ideas realistic and obtainable. Oh, and as far as the "earns money fast" part, just stick a gun or a knife in someone's ribs and demand money, it's the only sure way that it will be a quick profit.
Reply:If I knew the answer to that I wouldn't be here!
Reply:Software development???You silly fool, the correct answer is prostitution.
Reply:2 out of 3 Businesses FAIL in their first year, and 1 in 6 fall apart in the years that follow.

Starting a Business for Profit is destined for failure.

I started out a freelancer in Office support to give me more flexibility and to let me use more of my skills. Now I am a consultant, and am sustaining a profitable business through repeat business, referals and leads.

The simple customer focused start has produced the profit as a by-product.

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What are the main stages of testing you would expect to find in a software development project?

2009-07-15T00:32:00.000-07:00

Unit testing.

Regression testing.

System testing.

Patience testing - ultimately.

Is it possible for someone with no previous Software Development/Administration experience to learn SAP Basis?

2009-07-15T00:31:00.003-07:00

Thanks to all the people who answered my previous question. I need your help, people. I am an IT Sales/Marketing person who is currently out of a job. I have been interested in SAP Technologies for quite some time now. I am not confident about learn ABAP programming but have been advised not to go for SAP SD, as i have no traditional sector sales experience(like selling in Automotive, Manufacturing, Healthcare, etc sectors). I want to know if its possible for someone like me to self-learn SAP Basis online, as courses in my part of the world are very,very expensive. Also, my reason for opting for SAP is because 1)I truly find ERP packages interesting, 2)The market for SAP Tech professionals is very good where i live 3)I want to have a career closely related to technology.

Please help me out, friends. Your advice can help me sort out doubts i have about shifting my career path.

Is it possible for someone with no previous Software Development/Administration experience to learn SAP Basis?
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Reply:Best and the most successful solution for working in SAP BASIS is to take proper course training.
Reply:I can understand your situation... by learning online having SAP IDES version is nothing while comparing with real time. I don't know which country you are from, the situation may be different if you are at Asian countries, if you are at westren side i suggest you to take the course regardless of cost in order not to waste your time as well as carrer. If you need further info contact to my email on the n.regula@yahoo.co.uk

Web development software other than Dreamweaver. How does it compare?

2009-07-15T00:31:00.002-07:00

I need help in discovering a web development software, other than Dreamweaver. How does it compare in price, ease of use, learning curve, capabilities, etc.

I appreciate your time and insight.

Thank you

Web development software other than Dreamweaver. How does it compare?
Frontpage is terrible; anyone who says otherwise is very ignorant and/or inexperienced. No professional uses Frontpage, period. It creates garbage code.

Dreamweaver is currently the industry standard. NVU is the most popular free, open-source alternative. Of course, you do get what you pay for, so it's not going to be quite as easy to use or sophisticated as Dreamweaver. But for free, it's quite excellent. http://www.nvu.com/

Microsoft just released a new product designed to compete directly with Dreamweaver; it's called Expression and you can download a trial version from http://www.microsoft.com/expression - I believe it's $279 retail. It is geared towards professionals, so it is a little harder to use than Dreamweaver, but it is very powerful.
Reply:dreamweaver is the industry leader for web development. frontpage by microsoft is ok

html-kit by chamni is free. Good to use if you understand web development.

I like dreamweaver. There's also lots of tutorials out there.

Does new software development comes under service tax or not?

2009-07-15T00:31:00.001-07:00

Someone explain me this

Does new software development comes under service tax or not?
Development of software is not subject to service tax of India.However, maintenance of software is subject to service tax.

Further, taxable service of up to Rs 8 Lakh per annum is also exempt from service tax.

Click on the link below for all about service tax of India

http://www.allindiantaxes.com/service-ta...
Reply:no

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NIIT Imperia's next schedule for Certificate Program in Management of Software Development?

2009-07-15T00:31:00.000-07:00

I would like to know the next tentative exam date for Certificate Program in Management of Software Development from NIIT Imperia. I am currently working in an MNC and working from US office. I would like to know next available date to join in this program. Any help is appreciated.

NIIT Imperia's next schedule for Certificate Program in Management of Software Development?
you talk to much, i stopped reading after NII.

Is a software development laboratory also a laboratory for exposing the charlatan.?

2009-07-15T00:30:00.003-07:00

Safety-critical software seems to have its share of rogues.

But the laboratory where the software is supposedly being developed contains built-in traps for the office psychopath and even for that loveable old rogue, the charlatan or conman.

Typically there will be source code in for example Pascal that has also been written in Fortran.

The office psychopath tries to make everything look "above board" but after he has touched the code it no longer has a genuine feel.

If you look at the test results you will immediately see that the system has gone down hill from the day the office psychopath became involved.

The office psychopath will typically use "security" regulations to prevent oversight of what he is doing, but will have no hope of restoring a genuine "feel" to the code he has doctored.

Problems for the office psychopath will be exacerbated by other staff who try to get "a piece of the action" sticking their names on code as supposed authors. The actual author will learn ..

Is a software development laboratory also a laboratory for exposing the charlatan.?
Huh?
Reply:Code ownership by an individual is fairly rare in a well structured work place. At the very least you would expect peer code audits.

Purity of code is subjective, so is code beauty. You seem very concerned with the possibility of someone altering code in a development. There are 2 very basic tools to reduce the likely hood of this.

Unit tests %26amp; code coverage metrics. Adding a sneaky function somewhere that nobody else knows about is identified by code coverage metrics. If they add unit tests, then the tests will be reviewed. Assuming they are allowed to add new tests, depends on company makeup.
Reply:This sounds more like someone venting frustration than a genuine question.

How agile method works in the software development?

2009-07-15T00:30:00.002-07:00

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How agile method works in the software development?
Agile software development is a conceptual framework for software engineering that promotes development iterations throughout the life-cycle of the project.

There are many agile development methods; most minimize risk by developing software in short amounts of time. Software developed during one unit of time is referred to as an iteration, which may last from one to four weeks. Each iteration is an entire software project: including planning, requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, and documentation. An iteration may not add enough functionality to warrant releasing the product to market but the goal is to have an available release (without bugs) at the end of each iteration. At the end of each iteration, the team re-evaluates project priorities.

Agile methods emphasize face-to-face communication over written documents. Most agile teams are located in a single open office sometimes referred to as a bullpen. At a minimum, this includes programmers and their "customers" (customers define the product; they may be product managers, business analysts, or the clients). The office may include testers, interaction designers, technical writers, and managers.

Just go thru this link.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agile_softw...

http://www.martinfowler.com/articles/new...

http://www.martinfowler.com/articles/agi...

All the Best

Software development: How to prepare innovative excel charts to impress client during their visit?

2009-07-15T00:30:00.001-07:00

some thing like reduction of resources used in the project life cycle. OR the development is on schedule OR

something like that to impress the client.

The charts are to be prepared in excel or anyother simple reporting tool....i am not a programmer, but a technical writer.

can anyone please guide me?

Software development: How to prepare innovative excel charts to impress client during their visit?
All you would need to do is put the numbers in a table in excel - like this

Week # Resources

1 120

2 140

3 115

4 100

5 90

and so on.

Then you select all these cells and click the Graph icon on top. Select the type of graph you want - and you have it! You can also tweak some options, but you will learn pretty quickly enuff.
Reply:The best way is to try, type in your values and go to Insert %26gt; Chart and the wizard will guide you.

You should have there some other advanced chart types, use one of them and go

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What is the best accounting software for a business dealing with development loans & payroll?

2009-07-15T00:30:00.000-07:00

I work for a Developer and need accounting software that can deal with multiple development loans, as well as can calculate payroll %26amp; taxes. He doesn't think QuickBooks is good enough, but I've always liked it in the past....Does anyone know of anything else I might try?? Thanks!

What is the best accounting software for a business dealing with development loans %26amp; payroll?
i use one called mas 90 its like a quickbooks on steriods...
Reply:Quick Books Pro

Will software development often be "a continual rhythm of disequilibrations and recoveries of equilibrium " ?

2009-07-15T00:29:00.003-07:00

So isn't it a paradise for the imposter ?

[quote is from Dewey(1859-1952)]

Will software development often be "a continual rhythm of disequilibrations and recoveries of equilibrium " ?
That would generally be an accurate description of it as I have experienced it. I would say that it is a consequence of the way plans are drawn up at the very beginning of projects with little idea how circumstances will change, making most of the project a bounce between reactions to change and more changes.

How can Filipinos promote software development outsourcing to the Philippines?

2009-07-15T00:29:00.002-07:00

Thats a really hard thing to answer.

How can Filipinos promote software development outsourcing to the Philippines?
speak better English! upgrade what you know. Stop voting for Actors and Actresses! They don;t know crap!

Tax burden for start-up software development business in the U.S.?

2009-07-15T00:29:00.001-07:00

Hello. I was wondering if anyone knows what is the average tax burden (in terms of percentage of the gross income) of a start-up software development company in the United States. In other words, if the company makes, say, $100,000 in a given year, how much of it goes to the IRS, the municipality, etc? I just need approximate figures... Thank you.

Tax burden for start-up software development business in the U.S.?
Use a 35%. That includes 15% federal income, 5% State, 15% self employment taxes.

There are a lot of pieces of information you have left out such as sole propietor or corporation and if you have employees.

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Are there software development companies in northern BC?

2009-07-15T00:29:00.000-07:00

Our company needs some software made for us, are there any companies up here that can do that?

Are there software development companies in northern BC?
Northern BC? Where is that.
Reply:One of my friends runs Frostbyte Software Design up near Dawson Creek. I think he's just getting started, but he designs all sorts of software applications for industry and small businesses. But I guess it depends on what kind of software you are looking for. Good place to start though.

What is the software development trend right now and does it affect the increase demand for software?

2009-07-15T00:28:00.002-07:00

Hi,

1- agile systems development

2- Extream programming.

Regards.

Which is better and interesting ,Networking or Software development??

2009-07-15T00:28:00.001-07:00

Hi , I am an IT engineer . I got a job in networking in Reliance Industries. I can get job in Software Development ,but now a networking job is in my hand. If there any good future scope in Networking area after taking experience of 2 years. Which one will give more salary after experience ?

Finally ,which should I choose Networking or Development??

as I found both interesting..

Which is better and interesting ,Networking or Software development??
Software Development pays much better and is more interesting, in my opinion.
Reply:I believe both fields have a really bright future but i believe the software development will have a better salary and the experience might be more fulfilling. a networking job is probably more mundane than software development. I believe the software development is a harder job tho.
Reply:Software definitely.

Any suggestions for web page development software for home use?

2009-07-15T00:28:00.000-07:00

MS Expression Web seems interesting, but I'm not sure. Thanks.

Any suggestions for web page development software for home use?
For a really good html editor, then check out the Mozilla Suite:

http://www.mozilla.org/products/mozilla1...

With it comes a very good browser, email client, and html editor.

It's free!

Good luck!
Reply:No I am so sorry
Reply:You'll probably find as many answers to this question as there are html editors. I've used a few different ones, including Frontpage, and Frontpage Express, Dreamweaver, Hotdog, and Pagebreeze. Of all of them I liked Hotdog the best, but its rather expensive at 99 dollars. Pagebreeze is what I use now and its free and very easy to use.
Reply:Have a look at www.tweakitcomputers.com.au I used a program called Web Page Maker v2 to make it. I also use frontpage but your web host needs to support the front page extensions if you want forms or other functionality. There is also Hot Dog, Dream Weaver to name a few... there are also some free ones but most of these require you to know HTML. My site was produced with no HTML necessary.

It is not quite finished by the way.
Reply:MS frontpage is an easy software for webpage development at home..

if you are not good at programming then his is the best s/w you can use...

and another is MS publisher ...

try either of these...

gud luck
Reply:Try Blue Voda. It is free and simple to use. Of course, there are some things you cannot do with it.

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Is there student interns in software development through the internet?

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i'm looking for a student intern program in software development that i can participate in through the internet coz i won't be in the same place. is there something like that ??

Is there student interns in software development through the internet?
I would suggest do some freelance work,if you are doing it to get some experience. You will also be able to get good recommendation if your work is good.

Some big companies have combo graduate programs as well that allow you to study while working.

try these

http://www.getacoder.com/

http://www.elance.com/p/landing/buyer.ht...

Good luck!
Reply:I have never taken an intern on that I didn't deal with "face to face".

I also give each intern a presentation assignment to complete their term.

The idea behind this is to see if the student can deal with others in a group situation; and express her ideas effectively.

There may be organizations willing to allow "remote interns", but *you* will be missing a part of the experience. The apprentice/master relationship has to benefit both parties -- you get the benefit of experience and being able to try things in a controlled environment; the master gets raw enthusiatic talent to push her own agenda or ideas.

By not being present, the apprentice loses out on observing the day to day interactions, and the master loses out on the enthusiasm.

What are the taxes to be paid for a software development company operating in India which exports softwares?

2009-07-15T00:27:00.002-07:00

Softwares exported includes software producsts and custom packaged softwares.

What are the taxes to be paid for a software development company operating in India which exports softwares?
Dude is you are an STPI registered 100% export Oriented Unit IT firm then there is a 5-10 year tax holiday and if you are smart and setup shop in an SEZ then its a 15 year tax break/ holiday. Why do you think Infosys et-al are jumping onto the sez bandwagon?

What is the difference between authoring software and web development software?

2009-07-15T00:27:00.001-07:00

Depends on what type of authoring

I have some movie script authoring software which is TOTALLY different from web development software.

What are some of the reasons why people / businesses are against Agile software development?

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Some people think that agile is equivalent to slap-dash, which of course it isn't - perhaps it is a "brand" or perception issue. See "http://www.agilemodeling.com/essays/bar... for a great explanation on how the quality of what is produced is dependent upon what the UML artifacts "customer" needs -if this was better understood then I thik agile modelling would be more popular.

Also a lot of businesses attempt a Big Requirements Up Front approach (BRUF) this does not naturally lend it self to agile development.

There is also a tendency to consider software development to be like civil engineering. When building a bridge for example, you know it is going to meet the requirements on the drawing board - because the modeling tool will do the structural calcs for you. With software you don't know whether something will work or not from the model, only by testing the code - this fundamental difference is not always accepted, hence there is a perception that model expectations can not easilly be met with an agile approach.

What are some of the reasons why people / businesses are against Agile software development?
Simply bcos there isn't anything that suits everyone. If you like to do something, that does not means that everyone will like it too. You have your rights and you can chose what you like but not everyone else will share your view.

In business, company will chose any software that suits their business operation. People may prefer a certain provider or software but there isnt a single software that everyone will enjoy using only.

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Reply:Some businesses may lost interests owing to agile software development; but why there are some ordinary people against agile development may be because they are weird.

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What all things comes in the designing part of software development?

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Design is a process through which requirements are translated into a representation of software.Initially the representation depicts a holistic view of software. subsequent refinement leads to design representation that is very close to source code.find the below things.

Analyzing the requirement statement

Use cases

Application experts

studying the system

I have 1 year experience in photogrammetry , is it possible for me to swicth back to software development?

2009-07-15T00:26:00.002-07:00

I am an MCA with excellent academic record.

I am presently working with a company that uses a tool invented by itself.

The tool is designed by Phython language and our work mainly centres on Autocad, leaving very less scope for any programming.

So if i wish to get back to IT companies dealing in application programming like C, C++, Java, Oracle can i do so?

Also will my experience count at all?

IT people having any idea please reply.

Thanking you in anticipation.

I have 1 year experience in photogrammetry , is it possible for me to swicth back to software development?
Of course you can!

My major is photogrammetry.And lots of my classmates work at programme develop after graduation.

But also, a lot of people choose to work in photogrammetry though they were programming before.

It's really easy to switch a job between photogrammetry and IT .

Since you have experience in photogrammetry,and you still have some interestng in this field ,you can choose some programm companies about photogrammetry and GIS. And a lot of such commanies design related tool/software by JAVA/C#/C.

Don't be afraid,it is really convient for you to choose a job in IT programming since you have working for photogrammetry.
Reply:only if you have the old disk

Which software development kits are most relevant these days?

2009-07-15T00:26:00.001-07:00

It depends on what you're writing. For customer management, sales, accounting, and time tracking software my company writes, we use Clarion by SoftVelocity.

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How should I approach open source software development?

2009-07-15T00:26:00.000-07:00

More specifically, should I start from scratch on an idea? or contribute to a similar existing project?

How should I approach open source software development?
I suggest you to start with an existing open source project. you can find very good open source projects at www.sourceforge.net if you find a project you are interested, just send email to the project admin they can add you in. Of course, if you have a very good idea, you can create your own sourceforge project, and share it with the rest of the world.
Reply:I am a developer. I have never contributed to an open source project but I would recommmend going that way. Starting from scratch would take alot of time.

Software Development?

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Yup. That's what I do.

I don't see any real question here, though.

Software Development???

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Hi, im 14 years old and too young to take a course in software development. Can somebody please help me with it. Web guides will also help :D

Software Development???
Hello,

I suggest you learn C. Try to learn and understand "Hello World" sample program in C. C is the best because every other language can be learned with very little effor after you learn C.

http://www.scit.wlv.ac.uk/cbook/chap1.he...

Maybe you can download BorelandC or TurboC as your compiler and then try to write and run the Hello World program.

For now you can use Google as your main assistant. Google things like "main()" or "printf()". Then you'll slowly understand C until you purchase a good Intro to C book.

Just know that you wont be writing Windows programs right now. The "Hello world" program will simply send the words "hello world" to a command prompt screen. But you gotta start small and then you'll work your way up. Good luck.
Reply:http://www.nsystems.org

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Reply:You are never too young to learn software development there are lots of websites and tools. CodeGear (Delphi) and Microsoft are targetting younger developers look at their programs. Report It

Reply:Learn C,C++,Java in your home. Taking course may not help you much.

Are most non-secret software development methodologies “red herrings”, designed to mislead competitors?

2009-07-15T00:25:00.001-07:00

Wouldn’t a credible software developer need to keep their

software development methodology secret, so as not to be ousted by a competitor.

(This is not to criticise "extreme programming" which breaks the above rule because it's obviously the correct way to develop software, and it's not secret)

Are most non-secret software development methodologies “red herrings”, designed to mislead competitors?
This is a bizzare thought...if this was the case credibility could not be measured simply by the methodolgy used by the developer. So keep the secret, it does not matter. The methodology is a process to be followed to improve quality but the final products quality generally depends on the developers expertise in severaly areas - architecture %26amp; design, programming language, business specific knowledge, ability to communicate and work in a team, etc.
Reply:A methodology does not tell you what code to write. What you're saying is like saying that if you take a few classes in creative writing then you can write as good a novel as any bestselling author, which is clearly not the case.

Programming is not religion - there is no one true way to write software, extreme or otherwise. Rather there are things you can do to improve the likely quality of a programmers work but at the end of the day if you don't understand basic coding principles like logic, algorithms and data structures then your software will be poor. Even a good methodology like XP doesn't work for all people, you have to use a methodology which works for the programmer.

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Are there any organizations for MS Windows open-source software development?

2009-07-15T00:25:00.000-07:00

I'm hoping to set up a project for developing an MS Windows open-source program. Is there an organization for Microsoft Windows open-source software development which is similar to the GNU/Linux organization?

Are there any organizations for MS Windows open-source software development?
No. Windows doesn't have one because it's a retail system you have to pay for the reason GNU/Linux exists is because the software is free.
Reply:Don't know if this will help

http://www.microsoft.com/resources/share...

As far as i know you can lease portions of the windows operating system from microsoft for review, you will however not be allowed to publish the source in any form wether you have modified it or not, si in short, NO.

Do proffessionals use the coffee cup web development software?

2009-07-15T00:24:00.002-07:00

Everywhere I look on forums, sitepoint, most web searches I find tutourials on dreamweaver for web design but no one ever mentions coffee cup which seems like excellent software.

Can anyone tell me why and is it used ?

Do proffessionals use the coffee cup web development software?
Absolutely not.

Dreamweaver is the standard for professional web designers. Coffee cup is great to start out with and learn some basics, but if you plan to make a career out of it, you will have to invest in Adobe Creative Suite, Web Premium. Best to do it if you are currently a student, as you will pay a third of the retail price...
Reply:Coffecup (http://www.coffeecup.com/) does have excellent software. I have used some of their software for years, both professionally and personally.

(And I do NOT like Dreamweaver)

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Reply:Coffeecup is just another WYSIWYG (what you see is what you get) HTML/CSS editor.. It is good. It really depends on what you design. Dreamweaver is more of a development program. Coffeecup is more suited to personal/small bus websites.. Comes with some handy and not so handy features.

I hate dreamweaver.. used coffeecup but not really interested in it. (only for some javascripts).. I use frontpage to write the main code then I edit it in notepad.. Hope that helps.

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For how long should we work as a software developer(means number of years in development)?

2009-07-15T00:24:00.001-07:00

For how long should we work as a software developer(means number of years in development in our life.)? Because I think in software development, we loose our health, specially eye sight and ofcourse hairs. So if I say not more than 3 years and then we should move to some other managerial positions. What do you think?

For how long should we work as a software developer(means number of years in development)?
i think in any job looking at screens allday you will cause damage to your sight, best thing to do is look out the window every 10mins so your eyes focus on something at a different depth (in the distance).

i worry about the same thing, but 3 years is a bit short i think 10years of it will cause damage, but if you do take breaks it should help alot.
Reply:It depends on your interest and smart way of development rules.
Reply:What ever you think is good for you. If you see your health declining due to that type of posistion, then try to move to another type of career, other wise program as long as you can. Always do whats better for you. Not the company you work for. You come first.
Reply:thats really up to you.

i think you should do it for as long as it makes you happy.

3 years is not enough to do anything really useful. i think once you have 5 years or more experinence you can justify your move to managerial roles.

in my opinion a manager who does not have enough hands on experience when it comes to programming is the worst type of boss because they can't understand the problems that software developers have.
Reply:haah ,

well why don't u ask a professional?
Reply:people who can't develop get moved into manager positions where they can do less harm.

heh heh a-hem... well.

as someone mentioned 5 years is a pretty good number for moving into positions that are more managerial.

It takes a lot more "soft skills" to be a manager than it does to be a developer and they take time to develop.

A manager has to be able to communicate effectively, make decisions, be a good leader, manage time, write project plans, etc.. these take more cooperate experience than they do technical.

What is the influence of internet in software development?

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Hi

as for as i think it is much influence of internet in software development specially Application Development area, lot's of application available on internet of every category at free of cost ,trial version , demo. In trail version case u can use a particular software with in 30 or some day limit, and after u can download another one.

And we can see that now-a-days we r going far away from core proramming, and writing own programming logic, just beacuse internet. I mean alot of peoples , even those who working in MNC use freely internet to copy the code specially in (Javascript, and some other language)

So now computer person starts cosider internet as active helper.

What can one expect as a starting salary in India in software development?

2009-07-15T00:23:00.002-07:00

I have a MS from reputed university in US %26amp; 2-3 yrs of very strong distributed systems development experience

What can one expect as a starting salary in India in software development?
If you apply at Hughesnet Satellite I'm sure your starting salary will be phenomenal since they're adding 11,000 new customers per month with 15-month contracts, but when the customers find out that their advertisements about fast broadband speeds is bogus they opt out of the contract, thus, making Hughesnet oodles of money and less customers to service.

Who knows, maybe you could be the first one to create a decent software program for their "really great satellite service" and their brand new unfair Fair Access Policy that wouldn't force home user lower tiered people into "upgrading" to business tier.

Since they don't shiv a get, you would probably make a small fortune your first year with them.

What web development software should I buy?

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I am a very basic web designer...very new, but can tend to find myself around user friendly software. I am currently using FrontPage 98 and would love to upgrade. I see I can upgrade my FrontPage with Microsoft Expression Web, is this any good? I also hear a lot about DreamWeaver.

Here is the kind of site I have been making with FP98 :

www.kimbirdart.com

(Very basic, but it serves the artists needs)

Suggestions?

What web development software should I buy?
After being so disappointed with what FrontPage served up over the years (stuck with it) Adobe Dreamweaver (CS3) is worth the effort to learn as an ongoing experience (tons %26amp; tons or stuff). After a while you you get your own style and do not have to always being looking over your shoulder to see what Expression is messing up now. FrontPage = chipmonk that bytes- Dreamweaver= kind 1000 lb gorilla
Reply:Try Nvu - http://nvudev.com/download.php

It is good and open source (which means free)

or you could try Evrsoft First Page 2006 http://www.evrsoft.com/1stpage3.shtml which is freeware (free also)
Reply:The website is looking good but as a product that you sell the site is not so impressive .you can use dream weaver version 8

Even I had seen there is very less traffic on the website .I suggest you to get your site search engine optimized and reworked by good designer and optimized it by some SEO expert to get relevant traffic.
Reply:www.kimbirdart.com %26lt;=Impressive !

I would also recommend the Adobe pack. Try to get Adobe dreamweaver and Illustrator if possible or the whole pack Adobe CS3.

I'm a newbie myself and this is what I did with dreamweaver http://www.translationcentraljp.com
Reply:For web design applications, I'd recommend Dreamweaver. Though writing your own code may serve you better. It's free, you can do it in any text editor, you won't suffer from the "code bloat" brought on by design apps, and you'll have a better understanding of how the site works.

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Software development?

2009-07-15T00:23:00.000-07:00

This is a general question that should be answered by people with a background in application software development. I am just wondering on average how many people are need to developed a pretty in-depth software application that is tied to a database. I am asking this because I am wondering if a company wanted to build a application like WebMD the medical clearing side not the website. This means accepting claims from hospitals/clinics going threw each claim put them into the correct 837 format for the corresponding insurance payer then push then forward to the appropriate payer. Also have custom reports that show what/where/when the claims went out. Also this would also involve connection to about 1200 insurance payers. So this would involve a database, automated software applications and plenty of services that do FTP automatically. I am just looking for any input on the number of programmers/networking people need to develop this kind of IT. My guess is at least 20 what’s yours?

Software development?
depends upon which programming language u use

if c++/java 20

if c# 15

in round figure
Reply:5-10 will give you the biggest bang for the buck. After that, each person that you add to the project will give you less in return. For example try to answer this question.

If 1 person can dig a 3 foot wide and 3 feet deep hole in 1 hour, how long will it take to dig the same hole if 3 people were doing the digging? How about if 10 people were digging? How about if 20 people were digging?

Having a smaller group of very talented and productive people is you most economical solution. You will want to simultaneously have the (a separate) support staff involved so when the project goes live, they are ready to support it.
Reply:I think the best way to approach a software solution to the above mentioned is seperate the different areas of your software.

Database access, the logic of the program, and the presentation.

The number of programmers you would need depends on how quickly you want the program written.

I would say create 3 groups of programmers. One for each module of code ( Database, logic, presentation) all working together of course. I would say 5 to 6 programmers per team.

Total of 15 to 18 programmers.

What is the best software development methodology?

2009-07-13T00:28:00.000-07:00

What is the best software development methodology

What is the best software development methodology?
analyze, think, finalize design, code, test, publish. In this order.

no changes in design during the coding phase. If you think of some great changes while coding, make it as another release.
Reply:top down procedural
Reply:People argue top-down versus bottom-up, but I prefer middle-out.
Reply:There is no "best." They all have pros and cons. Rational Unified Process (RUP) is very popular, so is Extreme Programming (XP). Waterfall is old school but still used by a lot of organizations like NASA on specific projects.

I Want to know about automation tools in development of software?

2009-07-13T00:27:00.003-07:00

I want to know what automation tools can be used during the

development of the software and how they can affect the length of iterations.

and I to know How long should an iteration be?

I Want to know about automation tools in development of software?
Please go to -------

http://www.cleanscape.net

http://safsdev.sourceforge.net/FRAMESDat...

http://www.automationjunkies.com

http://www.etindia.com/html/domain/softw...

http://www.methodsandtools.com/archive/a...

http://www.operativesoft.com/html/intror...
Reply:Dear Ramtin,

I coulden't find anything about this question in the internet. i found something about the test automation, and i dono is there any diference between automation and test automation ?

So if you find sonthing plz help me.

What are the benefits of an issue tracking system for managing a project not related to software development?

2009-07-13T00:27:00.002-07:00

You use it to explain to your boss why the project took so long.

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Where can i join an online software development project?

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I am interested in collaborating with other developers online, in any research area of computing.

Where can i join an online software development project?
try www.sourceforge.net or www.opensource.org. You can pick a software which you are interested and you can contribute your skills.

How to get an interview from Google as a software development engineer?

2009-07-13T00:27:00.000-07:00

Online submission seems not working very well.

How to get an interview from Google as a software development engineer?
don't you have to take a test first, and score extremely high on it?

What are client-server and web-based architecture in software development?

2009-07-13T00:26:00.003-07:00

In simple words, Client-Server means that one part of the software acts as a server - typically non-visual application seating somewhere in a big black box that takes requests from and _serves_ results to clients (hence the term "server"). Clients are typically desktop programs talking to those server.

For example, when you get money from ATM machine at the bank, ATM machine usually runs client program that talks to bank's server.

Using Outlook (client) to get/send mail from mail server is another example.

Web-based architecture these days usually means that all or most interaction of users with the system is performed via web interface - i.e. they use their web browsers to talk to the application which seats on the web server, whereas what is going on internally on the server is usually not known to us.

Good examples of purely web-based applications are Yahoo services such as Yahoo Answers or Yahoo Mail. Sometimes such applications offer web-based services intended not only for humans, but for other programs - like for example Google Maps - they have APIs that let your programs use their services via web interface.

The difference between the two is often blurred, though. Web browing itself is an example client-server technology, where browser is a client and the web server is well, a server.

Web development software other than Dreamweaver. How does it compare?

2009-07-13T00:26:00.002-07:00

How will software development change once Windows Vienna comes along?

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Will it support dynamic linked libraries? will windows xp/vista programs still work?

How will software development change once Windows Vienna comes along?
Vienna utilizes a new architecture setting it apart once more from previous MS OS's; however, MS will probably attempt compatibility settings to allow older programs relying on older architectures to run; however, I think Vienna/Windows 7 isn't such a great move - Vista isn't widely accepted, is plagued with problems, and is still relatively new on the market; MS hasn't watched it long enough, and if they don't learn from what Vista introduced, Vienna could be just another bad apple in the bin. Software will always be progressive no matter what OS is introduced - it is the strive for convenience and entertainment.
Reply:I dont think vienna will be much of a hit as microsoft, and the wider comunity are still having problems with vista.

What is Software development life cycle?

2009-07-13T00:26:00.000-07:00

I would like to know the different stages, if possible.

What is Software development life cycle?
The software development lifecycle consists of the following stages:

Requirements Analysis

Specification

Software architecture

Implementation (or Coding)

Testing (including beta releases)

Documentation

Software Training and Support

Maintenance

There are several processes for completing these stages with the oldest being the waterfall model, where developers follow these steps in order.

Iterative development calls for construction of small portions of a project so all steps are at least started early on to catch problems and faulty assumptions. This type of development relies heavily on feedback.

I just completed a help file for a company that used the extreme programming process which, is the best-known agile process. In XP, the phases are carried out in extremely small, continuous steps compared to the older, "batch" processes. The company developed software in this way because the powers that be believed that being able to adapt to changing requirements at any point is a more realistic and better approach than trying to define everything at the beginning and then spending time controlling changes to the requirements. The downside to the XP method is the increased likelihood of scope creep.
Reply:I would add support/bug fixes to the other guy's list.
Reply:Software development life cycle.

Request / Inquiry: a need for a software solution

Analysis : Detail discussion with end user to find out all nessasary requirement. And you never know what they may come up next.

Design: as implied all layout intput/output GUI are considered

Development: buy required equipments hardwares to meet analysis REQ

Deployment: use software develop on multiple PC configuration to make sure the software work.

Maintainance: most important meet requirement changes includes Gasp! Debugging

Refinement: make it better.
Reply:Well then you get the'beta' stage and we all become 'lab rats' if it is Microsoft - Internet Explorer 7 smashed my computer - honestly but this 'road testing ' on the public is plain wrong.
Reply:The answer from scmduplessis is excellent, apart from one thing. He puts documentation after testing. But if the system isn't documented, the testers won't know what it's supposed to do!

So before testing can be completed, you need enough documentation that the testers will know what the various screens should look like, what options they allow, what each button should do, and so on.

This is just one example of how the different phases of the life cycle impact on each other. I bet that every phase actually has some impact on the one before it and the one after it.
Reply:It used to be called 'waterfall' methodology because you didnt' start one stage before the other one was done. Now, you can kinda blend the ending / starts together.

Requirements (from user)

Analysis (from development team of level of effort)

Design (of proposed system

Build

Test

Implementation (delivering application to user)

With software development, how do we encourage suitable roles, goals and deliverables?

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It seems that carrot and stick methods do not work.

With software development, how do we encourage suitable roles, goals and deliverables?
I think this is a matter of finding the right personnel, and/or giving the right incentives. You give very few details here, but in order to get above average performance, you either need an above average individual (who may cost more, but be worth it), or a proper incentive to an average individual.

Either find out how to incentvize the people you have (cut them in for a piece of the action, assuming specific goals are met?) .. or find new people. (Or at least a new team leader.)

Any idea about software development processes in accounting system?

2009-07-13T00:25:00.001-07:00

If you want to know anything about this lot go to the link bellow.

Accounts payable-where the company enters its bills and pays money it owes

Accounts receivable-where the company enters money received

Billing-where the company produces invoices to clients/customers

Expense-where employee business-related expenses are entered

General ledger-the company's "books"

Payroll-where the company tracks salary, wages, and related taxes

Reports-where the company prints out data

Time sheet-where professionals (such as attorneys and consultants) record time worked so that it can be billed to clients

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How do u brand Indian software development skills?

2009-07-13T00:25:00.000-07:00

"It is not always profiltable to go in for brand building."do u support this view?

How do u brand Indian software development skills?
In outsourced software develpment there is a little bit of truth to the statement. You should spend money on building a solid identity for yourselves that is professional and meets western standards (I assume here that you are trying to market to other countries). That means a professional logo, name, website, brochures, business cards, etc.

However, positioning yourself once your identity is in place is more important than branding. It is an extremely price sensitive market so hiring a fancy agency, building a clever ad campaign and running those ads on TV and in glossy business magazines like Wired to Brand yourself is a waste of money and you won't get it back. Bidding for work on websites, getting networked, word of mouth from good customer experience, working on being the best software company you can, is what is going to make you a successful business.

That's my take. . .
Reply:It is profitable to go in for brand building coz u get confidence when u buy a branded product.

Is this one take on software development ?

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%26lt;%26lt;Most employees are god value. However, there are always a few bad apples. Often, work in the software industry is setup to be a zero-sum game, meaning that if a problem arises someone must be held accountable. Most companies try to identify and correct the root problem, however, the world is often messy and people tend to find the easiest path rather than the correct one. The [bad apples] will set up a scape goat (person or department) to blame for their own problems. In the words of one manager: "Perception is reality."

That's one reason I believe that E. F. Schumacher was right about the correct scale of business: "Small is Beautiful". %26gt;%26gt;

Is this one take on software development ?
The simple answer to your question is "yes". I work as an application developer, and have noticed in each of the companies I have worked for, there always seems to be battle between the developers, the IT dept, and the LOB : each one needs something from the other, and none of them can do their job without the other. Yet, when stuff goes down, everyone wants to point the finger at each other. I think that's where the true value of a good "peacemaker" comes in.... someone who can mediate between the sides, and remind them that if one loses, in the end, they all lose. Of course, this is much easier said than done. It's just part of working in IT.
Reply:hm...artificial intelligence, as self aware programs....hm....when master%26lt;we people who create this software%26gt; envitably can become slaves. slaves of technology.
Reply:Small businesses are probably good at solving small problems but there are problems that are so complex that only large combinations of companies are able to solve them.

What type of ESD protection is needed in software test/ development environment?

2009-07-13T00:24:00.002-07:00

The software developers where I work think that ESD protection in a software development lab environment is not needed, since it is non-production. But the equipment that tests are being run on is the same equipment in our customers' sites. What type of ESD protection would be needed in a development lab vs. manufacturing environment?

What type of ESD protection is needed in software test/ development environment?
Electrostatic discharge problems can occur at any time and any place. I've always felt it's better to err on the side of caution (the old "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" concept.) From an engineering standpoint, many of the problems associated with a manufacturing environment are present in a developmental environment. I think this article touches upon some of the commonalities faced by both.

http://www.ce-mag.com/archive/03/ARG/dun...

On a lighter note, I noticed your picture. Are you my long-lost twin sister? :-)

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What are the challenges facing during the development process in software engineering ?

2009-07-13T00:24:00.001-07:00

What are the challenges facing during the development process in software engineering besides legacy,heterogeneity and delivery?

What are the challenges facing during the development process in software engineering ?
try to be more exact, cause answering this wide question needs a book, reply to me with detailed question about something and I will answer you,

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Services are available for software development and support.?

2009-07-13T00:24:00.000-07:00

Services are available for software development and support. Contact privately for more details.

Services are available for software development and support.?
Thank you. I've made a note of it for the future.

What does the future look like for open-source software development over the next 5 years?

2009-07-13T00:23:00.003-07:00

What standards (i.e., Java, XML, Linux, etc.) do you see as being adopted by businesses for future Internet applications?

What does the future look like for open-source software development over the next 5 years?
I personally feel with the world of virtualization arriving, licensing costs are going to become a much large factor in companies software purchasing decisions.

Thus I believe - at least in the server market - Linux is going to grab quite a bit of market share. When I have to pay 3000+ for each Windows Server 2003 license and I can accomplish the same thing with CentOS or some other Linux distro - it pushes me in that direction.

I think ease of development is still going to keep Microsoft on top, but they do have a problem with MONO.NET becoming much more robust. Also, MySQL is a killer database that I acutally perfer to work with over MS SQL Server. It's just as fast and scalable too.

As for Java and XML, they aren't really open-source software - more of a specification. I personally think that Java is going to be dead soon because Sun won't fully open up the source and there is talk of a GPL Java split. If that happens I think it will completely sink Java - but I'm bias because I don't like Java.

What is SAP,What are its modules,What is it related to software development or maintaining financialtransactio

2009-07-13T00:23:00.002-07:00

I am doing MBA first year and planning for specialization in Major-Finance so suggest me as i want to do sap regarding wht module shall i take what is SAP scope i an company and future as i am planning to go to USA after MBA and work with SAP

What is SAP,What are its modules,What is it related to software development or maintaining financialtransactio
Not a real SAP specialist, but basically it's a transactionnal-type database toolkit %26amp; engine made by SAP, AG, Germany, in production-management (factories for example) purposes. I've seen it twice, once in a vehicles factory where you could browse down the parts lists from the complete vehicle to the lonely bolt, once at my actual job where it's used for sales, marketing, technical services (including call-center and workshop) with machines history and whatever.

At my company's SAP runs with an AIX server with an Oracle -powered DB.

Exact equivalent is MOVEX from IBM (originally runs on AS/400 servers).

How do you see QA as it relates to the overall software development lifecycle?

2009-07-13T00:23:00.001-07:00

Not sure exactly what you are asking, but...

The typical development cycle looks something like this:

1. Requirements

2. Design and Architecture

3. Development

4. Unit Testing (done by developers )

5. Feature Testing (QA)

6. Regression Testing (QA)

7. Release

The earlier QA is involved the better although they are solely for responsible for 5 and 6. QA should be able to test from both an end-user's perspective and a developer's.

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What is the user of SRS in software DEVELOPMENT?

2009-07-13T00:23:00.000-07:00

I've to Develop SRS for my Project :

How do I start?

What should be the basic contents?

What should I do keep it detailed?

What is the user of SRS in software DEVELOPMENT?
SRS is Software Requirements Specification. Requirements analysis, in software engineering, is a term used to describe all the tasks that go into the instigation, scoping and definition of a new or altered computer system. Requirements analysis is an important part of the software engineering process; whereby business analysts or software developers identify the needs or requirements of a client; having identified these requirements they are then in a position to design a solution.

Are there standard templates avaliable for free on net to download for Software development life cycle mngt?

2009-07-13T00:22:00.002-07:00

Bassically we are looking for IEC certification and i would like to have some standard templates for Software Development life cycle management for Waterfall model. Looking for help from you guys.

Are there standard templates avaliable for free on net to download for Software development life cycle mngt?
http://www.microsoft.com They have alot of templates to download...hopefully you will find one useful

Is there a loophole in safety-critical software development ?

2009-07-13T00:22:00.001-07:00

Release of unsafe safety-critical software doth never prosper: what's the reason ?

Why if it prosper, none dare call it release of unsafe safety-critical software.

“Treason doth never prosper: what's the reason? Why if it prosper, none dare call it treason.”

Is there a loophole in safety-critical software development ?
Wrong category - philosophy is not computing
Reply:unsafe safety-critical software means there are essential bug in that software. It is inadequate for real situation.

However, it can be released for evaluation in some simulated situation or it can be released as beta version to collect customers and experts opinions.
Reply:Purgatory.. the after life and pre death. The all encompassing love for humanity and mankind never prospered.

Reason : Its greatness with its affinity to th ehighest heaven, and the merest mortal. A Free Soul, A wandering Spirit.

Should the good populace find such a one, with a vast heart, an immense spirit, and a generous nature, it will entrap it in the name of protection. Should this entity fall into the hands of ruling power, it will need to conform, sells its soul, betray its values..unwilling...

In India there are milk cows. Once these cattlle cease to produce milk their services are no longer required. Indians do not consume beef, because the cow is a sacred, peaceful all giving soul, it cannot be slaughtered, for killing such a life sustaining one at the top of the food chain is a heinous sin.

So indians unwilling to taint their hands with the above sin let loose the cows to wander aimlessly upon routes and roads and thoroughfares. That which was fed upon prime green, as it nourished clans with its milk, is now destined to consume roadside garbage. Inevitably an oncoming truck will strike the cow, it will die of disease, or be slaughtered by a less noble and conscientous human.

If you visit the himalayas you will see many beautiful many hued cattle wandering the routes, being hit, struck or abused until they finally die. In the name of humanity, and godliness.

At the same time the monkey population came into the cities from theforest, for some inexplicable reason, they little monkies brandished sticks and hurt passers by. The government refused to remove them from the city centre becasue the loathsome little monkey has rights, apparently similar to many westerners, hindus consider the monkey a holy animal. The westerners claim decsendancy, the easterners stop at holy animal.

How the noble and peaceful suffer, in human or animal form.

I laughed, truly.....

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Any tips on how to stop your software development environment getting into freefall?

2009-07-13T00:22:00.000-07:00

Won't you have to give it the appearance of being too laborious for anyone to want to be involved.

If you make it easy to use, and don't keep this fact secret,

won't some sort of "quality cell" get involved, claiming to add value, but destroying what you have

How do you stop people maximizing the

appearance of quality

but subtracting from quality.

Any tips on how to stop your software development environment getting into freefall?
General Research Guides for Students:

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Easy to use links that will help with all your research needs, try typing a keyword or two into the search engine and see what happens.

http://www.aresearchguide. com/

http://www.geocities. com/athens/troy/886...

http://www.studentresearcher. com/search/...

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Reply:The same way a business stops people from maximising the appearance of profit, but subtracting from profit: leadership, management, and a single CEO/owner/head of company who cares.

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What are the pros and cons of making a software development firm a sole proprietorship?

2009-07-13T00:21:00.003-07:00

if you go LLC, then your personal assets are secure if you're ever sued.

Where can i get or Download Software Development Document?

2009-07-13T00:21:00.002-07:00

can you help me to prepare Software Development Document or any website you can refer to me.thanks

Where can i get or Download Software Development Document?
http://www.adobe.com/

http://www.openoffice.org/

http://www.newlankasri.com/

Or u can go to google and downlaod...........new lankasri is different languafe but u can downlaod in english.............
Reply:http://www.bigdoggpinc.com/ go to the tabs on the left on the homepage and look for Downloadable Software tab. You can enter the words Download Software Development Document in the search for software box at the bottom of this page and there you go

What are the qualities of a good software development team leader?

2009-07-13T00:21:00.001-07:00

Being a leader, the first and foremost qualities you need are all related to working with people.

A good team lead is someone who knows their team - knows their strengths and weaknesses, who coaches them when needed, encourages and motivates them to continue in troubling times, who listens, mitigates, resolves problems - who gets the team focused and eager in meeting their project milestones - doing their work, enjoying it and having fun.

Is diplomatic, resolves issues that arise during product development, who can easily communicate to management, customers, and his/her team members, treating all of these people with the utmost respect.

At the end of the day, if people in your department all desire to have you as their lead, and hope that the next project they're on is one of yours, then you have done your job.

Of course, in most cases, being technically proficient at the technology you're using to develop your product, and having strong development experience, knowing design patterns, (etc) ability to effectively peer review code and approve design documents, functional requirements, technical specs, will all help and is generally a requirement to being an effective team lead.

What are the qualities of a good software development team leader?
Knowledge of how to program different type of computers, solid people leader skills, and curosity about most of the world around her or him.

What are the possibilities for employment in software development with a certificate in computer science?

2009-07-13T00:21:00.000-07:00

I've been interested in computers and computer programming for a long time but my university education is in linguistics. There are lots of certificate programmes that require one year of study at many of the french speaking universities in quebec, canada and i was thinking about enrolling in one. Will the fact that I only have a certificate from a 3 semester course as opposed to a degree in computer science done over 4 years severely limit my possibilities for employment ?

What are the possibilities for employment in software development with a certificate in computer science?
I have known people in this field who don't have the computer science degree but they get paid very well and they are good as well....

If you have enough experience, you could make it to this filed as far as I know to the "Programming" filed just fine...

If you got no experience, try to get a job as entry level and when you show your skills and ability , you will get a better job within a year.

now it's not a very good year for computer field :(

good luck anyway,

Cathy
Reply:They look at other things besides computer training like experience and aptitude for the job. Go for it, there is no harm in trying.

Peace and blessings!

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What are the really important aspects of software development?

2009-07-13T00:20:00.003-07:00

Easily maintainable code, easy to add on new features.

Planning, coding, testing, debugging, coding again to fix the bugs, this cycle continues until the end product is to par with the given requirements of the client.

What are the really important aspects of software development?
Are you asking about the development process, or the end result?

i.e. do you want to know the important aspects of software development, or the important aspects (of software) that must be considered during development?
Reply:Your question is confusing. Are you talking about the end results, i.e. how to write a good software which gives good output, or are you asking a process to write good software, tools etc.?
Reply:maintainability and user friendliness
Reply:user requirements

Can anyone explain to me what data driven design in software development is?

2009-07-13T00:20:00.002-07:00

I tried searching the internet for some definitions but I can't seem to understand them or the websites are completely irrelevant. Can you provide some links as well please. Thanks

Can anyone explain to me what data driven design in software development is?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Data-driven...

How do I move to new software development methodology and new platform and stiil keep existing reliability?

2009-07-13T00:20:00.001-07:00

If my father were answering this he would say, "If its not broken, don't fix it!" OK, but he isn't a computer scientist and obviously there is a reason you are moving to a different methodology.

This is more than handing out the RUP or Agile book to your developers and saying go to it. You need to have solid written and posted up on the wall reasons for doing this.

You will also need a document/presentation on the differences between the two methodologies. Practice it because you will have to give it over and over. If your people really know the old one then they would benefit from this. You might also be selling the new one to them at the same time so go beyond black bullet points on a white slide.

You will also need a training plan that includes training for everyone with respect to their job type on the project and make that happen right before the switch. Usually the big fault with training is that it happens either too early or not at all. Schedule this first but schedule it at just the right time.

If you are hiring, make sure new recruits have and are stronger in the new methodology.

If you have a sideline project, you could start that one fresh with the new methods to get their feet wet so to speak.

1. Hire/Replace

2. Present Value, Goals and Differences

3. Schedule training, switch-over, role-reassignments

4. Get buy-in

5. Training

6. Switch

7. Weekly follow-ups on what is working and what isn't working (adjust your adaption of the new methodology)

Also, depending on how different or similiar they are you could change only elements out slowly like life cycle, code reviews, stability testing, paired programming model. You would have to break your training up into smaller pieces but this method might be good for you.

4.

How to get projects in medical billing,data processing,web site development and software development domains?

2009-07-13T00:20:00.000-07:00

Can anyone suggest me how to get projects in those domains?Can any one outsource us projects in that domains?Let me know if anyone has plans in partnership/back office processing.

How to get projects in medical billing,data processing,web site development and software development domains?
Borwse the forums on www.workplacelikehome.com
Reply:I am also looking for work so if u get let me know if i will get i will let u k now.

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Career switch from Software Development to Finance?

2009-07-13T00:19:00.003-07:00

I have been developing software for more than 10 years and am currently doing part time MBA. What steps can I take to switch careers to become equity research analyst focusing on tech companies?

Career switch from Software Development to Finance?
Once u r done with MBA, apply to the brokerages like Edelweiss, Geojit financial, Anandrathi, icicidirect, sharekhan, indiainfoline, capitalmarket, Religare, and so many others (mostly in metros) for the equity analyst position. You can also join any of the mutual funds. You can't say you will analyse the prospects of IT companies only. It is all part of the learning curve. Best wishes
Reply:You would have to study Security Analysis and Portfolio Management with specialization in forecasts of trends in the stock and bond markets, fundamental and technical analysis.

Also it would help if you have an overview of Investment Management which would deal with the valuation of corporate securities of multinational and domestic corporations and the measurement of portfolio performance. The role of returns and risk in valuing stocks, bonds, options, and in constructing portfolios would come in handy for an equity research job focusing IT companies.

As you already possess experience working as a Software Engineer for the past 10 years, it would help you evaluate the trends which would increase the value of stocks of IT companies. Good Luck!
Reply:make sure you get an internship while you are doing your MBA..why? because chances are you will have a greater chance of getting the research analyst role that you want. Its particularly important now seeing as its recession time here in the UK!

How does one get into software development?

2009-07-13T00:19:00.002-07:00

I would like to design and implement software for healthcare.

How does one get into software development?
First of all you need to have a good understanding of the software life cycle and what exactly software development entails. Software development is often done in teams unless your working for a small company or a small development shop.

I'd say start in a small company and work your way up. Make sure you pick up valuable experience on things like Crystal Reports, SQL Reporting Services (since reporting is a big part of Health care). Also get to know key health care industry jargon, things like HIPAA, understand what they are and what the idea behind these services are. You will also need a good understanding of databases and writing stored procedures and manipulating data. Most health care services accumulate a lot of data and wading through it can often times be very challenging if you don't know how to write good solid queries on the database.

Last but not least, understand the software life cycle, if your going to work in a team environment you have got to know what software development model they are using. Most popular ones are waterfall, rapid prototyping (or Iterative) and Hybrid models. It will also help if you knew what Agile programming or development is since that is a model that is becoming more and more popular these days.
Reply:You can start by practicing, get a compiler and start writing programs. Usually to be professional you need a college degree, preferably Computer Science.

Note: Health care applications are difficult to get into, because they need to be 99% reliable, as bugs in the programs could have terrible results! Everyone I know that works in IT that is healthcare related has about 10 years professional experience.
Reply:look i the times and see if they are advetising

Where can I get consultancy/software development/testing work?

2009-07-13T00:19:00.001-07:00

I am looking for outsourced sofware development/testing jobs/work from any part of the world.

Where can I get consultancy/software development/testing work?
Submit bids on

elance.com

scriptlance.com

guru.com

rentacoder.com

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Which Canadian cities will I found software development firms in? and, if possible, the names of these firms?

2009-07-13T00:19:00.000-07:00

I am planning on immigrating to Canada, so I wanna pick a place where i'll find work. I graduated with a B.Sc in computer science. I would also like a college that's good in computer science to be nearby because I intend to continue my studies in the future and earn myself a master's degree.

Which Canadian cities will I found software development firms in? and, if possible, the names of these firms?
The three best are Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal.

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I want to buy a laptop for software development purpose.can sujest what config &company useful.?

2009-07-13T00:18:00.002-07:00

i want to buy a laptop for software development purpose.can sujest what config %26amp;company useful.

my budget is 40k -45k.

I want to buy a laptop for software development purpose.can sujest what config %26amp;company useful.?
Most of my former colleagues used top of the line Dell laptops for software development like the Precision M6300.

What Universities have Software development as a major?

2009-07-13T00:18:00.001-07:00

Or Computer Software Engineering

I really want to know do VCU have software engineering as a major also.

What Universities have Software development as a major?
You migth want to look into colleges with solid computer science programs (which is mostly about computer programming). And many colleges have computer science programs.

I want to create and run an on-line magazine, know of good development software?

2009-07-13T00:18:00.000-07:00

I want to create an online magazine with interactive reader functionality and response features. Like this web site that allows you to respond to information. Do you know of real inexpensive web development software that will get me going? Maybe with pre-built online magazine templates? Maybe so

I want to create and run an on-line magazine, know of good development software?
Check out Joomla, it's pretty easy to set up a site--if you are a little bit technical.
Reply:Notepad is all you need to write web pages, but there's no program that will do it for you - you're going to have to learn web design and programming.
Reply:i personally like microsoft publisher but i'm not sure it fits your needs entirely

How can i found a job in UK or Canada in software Development?

2009-07-13T00:17:00.003-07:00

I am Oracle Certified Professional (Developer Track) i am in search of a job in Uk or Canada. Can anyone help me?

How can i found a job in UK or Canada in software Development?
The possible way is to post you profile in Job sites like Naukri.com and monsterindia.com,

Ask for onsite opportunity to US %26amp; CANADA..

Hope this would help..

Or better get in touch woth the best few consultants and they will be absle to help you better..

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What software is there, preferably free, that I can use to record video tutorials of software development?

2009-07-13T00:17:00.002-07:00

I want to record a portion of the screen with introductory slides (cover page) and be able to record the mouse and voice over and save as flash or some movie file. thanks!

What software is there, preferably free, that I can use to record video tutorials of software development?
you can download Wondershare DemoCreator for a free trial.

It can record desktop screen activities, including the movements of mouse, then creates flash-based demo and software simulations. And the captured screenshots are editable. you can add insteractive elements, such as button, vioce, annotation, to guide your audience.

download it free from

http://www.sameshow.com/demo-creator.htm...

Expert in software development,OOAD,Designing business processes,project mngmt-How can get projects online?

2009-07-13T00:17:00.001-07:00

Have 20+ years of experience in software development, designing of business processes using UMl, have command over project management , want to know the ways to get projects online ,,, Please help me in getting it. Thankyou

Expert in software development,OOAD,Designing business processes,project mngmt-How can get projects online?
You will not get any project management work online, however you can manage to get coding work as a freelancer from websites like kasamba

What the best time (month) to find a IT (software development) job? What will be the chances in July?

2009-07-13T00:17:00.000-07:00

Hi, I am planning to start searching for my next job but I have still got few months. I am not sure if there will be many jobs (ASP.NET C# developer) in July. I am thinking that new financial year starts in April, so there will be more jobs available in April, May but I am not sure?

What the best time (month) to find a IT (software development) job? What will be the chances in July?
In my experience as an IT recruiter, I don't think the start of the financial year has anything to do with it.

The most difficult time of the year to find a job is July and August, because many people take their holidays then so it usually takes more time for you to move through the interview process as interviewers are away, and then if you are made an offer it will also take a long time for this to go through all the approvals.

Other than that, the rest of the year is pretty constant.
Reply:It always takes a few months to land a job anyway, so start searching now even if you're not ready to make a move. You'll get an idea of what's out there now and what might become available. Since you're in IT you may reach out to some people/employers who are willing to maintain email relationships during the time you are currently employed until you're ready to make the move...

There is no specific time of year, in my opinion, that hiring for the IT industry is greater than other times of the year. Avoid job-seeking in late summer and December holidays for any job types.

I'll try to attach a link to a graphic re: software development job trends. See below. I hope that helps.

How do I pitch a software development idea to a company without giving away the idea?

2009-07-13T00:16:00.003-07:00

For example, a video game for which I have developed a crude prototype.

How do I pitch a software development idea to a company without giving away the idea?
Get a nondisclosure from the company. Make sure you've documented your program and ideas. Filing for patent will provide some protection.
Reply:I recommend checking out the US Copyright's information circular about computer programs -- see link below.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success %26amp; happiness in all your ventures!
Reply:patten it then tell the world

if anyone steals it and makes millions you can sue them for every cent that they have then you will become rich by doing nothing
Reply:Write down your idea/concept. Go to an patent lawyer who specialises in intellectual property. Get what's called a "prior idea". You and he/she sign your write-up. That's your record that you've had the initial idea. Then do a trademark search. If your lawyer is any good, he should then present you with a packet of all patented and trademarked ideas/products that resemble yours. Then file for a trademark protection. That's the least you need to do before going to a company. Better yet, get patent protection.

A friend of mine went to a company with a product sample, but without a patent. The company signed a non-disclosure agreement and a year later ended up throwing the identical product on the market, mildly modified (actually just a bit larger) and this thing is now on sale everywhere. Be very careful when dealing with companies. Get legal protection first or it's fair game for all. Better yet, get a worldwide patent.

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How do you stop software development from turning into a many-header monster that you command?

2009-07-13T00:16:00.002-07:00

"Business success contains the seeds of its own destruction. The more successful you are, the more people want a chunk of your business and then another chunk and then another until there is nothing left.” Intel founder Andy Grove.

Is the following a terrific answer, as I happen to think ?

"Q.How do you stop people maximizing the appearance of quality but subtracting from quality.

A.The same way a business stops people from maximising the appearance of profit, but subtracting from profit: leadership, management, and a single CEO/owner/head of company who cares. "

How do you stop software development from turning into a many-header monster that you command?
Don't surrender until you have perfected or developed a software that is indestructible by selfish humans. Otherwise the evils will again prevail over the good ones. This should not happen because this is the Kingdom of Goodness.
Reply:dunno
Reply:Teaming/Working together/ having a common goal is what is really needed. A single boss at the top of an organization structure is only one method of obtaining those attributes for an organization.

How is the course for MS in Software development in PACE university?

2009-07-13T00:16:00.001-07:00

Tell me in terms of placement, teaching and learning resources? Cause i see they do not have much of a ranking though.

How is the course for MS in Software development in PACE university?
What are your other choices? There are stronger schools in this field in the NY area. Pace is rather low ranked in this field. That doesn't mean that their program isn't quality, and that you won't learn a lot there. It does, however, mean that there may not be a lot of corporate recruiters coming to campus to find candidates for jobs in this field. Employers who simply want candidates with an MS will be fine with this degree. But it won't open doors for you - not like those opened if you'd attended a better known, or stronger school for this field.

You may want to look at Brooklyn Polytechnic. They're about to be reabsorbed into NYU, and although they are a pretty good school right now, once they become part of NYU again, their rep is going to soar. I think they have a campus in Westchester, if that's what you need. If not, then of course they have one in NYC.

What the hell is happening in software development ?

2009-07-13T00:16:00.000-07:00

In the 70's the 7-layer model was being promoted and there were sound platforms eg Burroughs 7700.

Not that good platforms don't exist today, but are they being used ?

Nothing wrong in having microsoft programs but wouldn't you want to be able to model what you were doing on another platform ?

If you're not modelling on another platform the assumption should be that your system doesn't work.

What the hell is happening in software development ?
As Kant once said "WTF?"
Reply:What's happening, you ask...Artificial intelligence. Platform schmatform.

How do I make an invoice for software development services?

2009-07-13T00:15:00.000-07:00

I recently did a job for a company as a side business. Now that the task is completed I am not sure if I have to include tax or not at the bottom of the invoice.

How do I make an invoice for software development services?
sounds like you don't. if you charge tax for your service, you have to be registered first. and obtain a tax account number. it appears that you have not registered. so you don't charge tax.
Reply:You need to check with your state, etc. To see if you will be required to charge tax for your services. You can do this by contacting your state revenue office. If you need to charge tax you want to get information from the state on where to send the tax because if you charge and collect tax and do not send it to the government you will be liable for the amount as well as penalities, fees and interest.

If you do need to charge tax the revenue office can instruct you on using your social security number as the tax id number and the proper forms. Not all independant consultants need a seperate tax ID number. If you are the sole proprieter and not incorporated or an LLC than you can use your social as your tax id number instead of applying for a seperate number. The IRS site as a wealth of information in their help area on who needs a tax ID number.

Now you can't tax them for what YOU will pay in income taxes on your services. The only tax you can charge them is if your services qualify for a tax charge in your state and if so that money must be sent in to your state tax revenue departement. Who will be happy to help you with any information you need.

You will still be required to pay income taxes on the money. Depending on the amount of money they paid you if it's more than $600 then they should supply you with a 1099 at the begining of next year they will also send a copy to the IRS which means you have to pay the appropriate income taxes on the money. www.irs.gov has a large amount of information on the subject.

Good luck and I hope that you will be able to do a lot more consulting as a side business. I have been doing consulting solely now for quite awhile it's wonderful to be able to have more control over your work!
Reply:http://office.microsoft.com/search/redir...

Then Invoices; Services invoice with tax calculation.
Reply:Since you did work as independent contractor, you can just do an invoice without the tax.

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How do you protect your software development environment from the conman ?

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The conman run with the latest versions of everything. This generates lots of problems, but gives the appearance that useful work is being done

Downside is the usability/safety aspect of it, or lack of it, of what the conman is doing.

How do you protect your software development environment from the conman ?
document. proof. industry standards.

Dear Friends help me to find out sites who provide software development work at home?

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I m vb6.0/Ms access programmer. I m working in a company as a software developer. i want to earn some extra income from internet. but i do not want to invest anything other then brain and time. my expertise is in creating inventroy controls solutions for the companies using vb6.0 and msaccess.

Can u help me to find out site who provide software work to the programmers from home

Dear Friends help me to find out sites who provide software development work at home?
www.rentacoder.com
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Create sites via free hosting. This way you need not invest any money. Just your valuable time to create websites. See one of my profitable site at http://www.wareprise.com

You may not get checks almost immediately but with the right methods and hard work, it's definitely a good source of passive income which will come sooner or later.

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Reply:try at getafreelancer.com
Reply:no.com
Reply:guru.com is pretty good.
Reply:Hello,

I have used work-at-home contractors to write java script and php programs for me. I used a website called: www.scriptlance.com

I have found all of the programmers on here to be very reliable and dependable, as well as affordably priced.

I think this site is fairly large, too, and it seems like there are many project postings on the website every day.

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What are my chances to find an H1B sponsor for software development?

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I have 6 years .NET, C# development experience, MCAD, Master's degree, etc. How difficult is it to find an H1B sponsor to move to USA? I currently work in London, UK.

What are my chances to find an H1B sponsor for software development?
look for a job in the internet and fill up the company's application form or better yet e-mail your resume to the intended company you want to work for!
Reply:Very difficult. The number of H1B visas is limited each year by Congress. You can send your resume to some hi-tech companies in areas like Silicon Valley, but the chances of getting picked unless you have specific skills (not general things like C# or .NET) are very low. Try to find a company locally where you can build specific skills in an industry. That, plus the general skills you have, might move you up the list. You might want to look at areas such as robotics, AI, gaming, or other specialist subjects.

On a software development team, is it better to have people work on separate modules or on the same module?

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When developing software, it naturally falls out into functional pieces. Is it better to have each team member responsible for a functional piece or to have multiple team members working on the same piece?

On a software development team, is it better to have people work on separate modules or on the same module?
In my experience of over 15 years of software development, I have found that it is almost always better to have developers each work on separate modules, rather than have them work together on the same module.

Some of the reasons for this are:

1) It is easier to integrate the various modules and get them working together than to integrate pieces of code from different developers into each module.

2) Developers work better alone, because they often feel that they "own" the part of the code that they are working on . Remember the old analogy that managing a group of software developers is like herding cats? Don't fight it, use it to your advantage. The less your developers step on each others code, the happier and more efficient they will be.

3. Developers also work better alone, because they each have their own individual approach to solving a given problem. Code reviews are a good way to get the opinion of other developers on a particular approach, but there are often multiple ways to solve a problem that are equally acceptable. Time spent modifying code to reconcile differing code practices is often wasted time, in that it does not actually improve the code, it just makes it work correctly. Assigning separate modules to developers will reduce the amount of time spent on these necessary but time-wasting activities.

That being said, it is very important to establish some basic coding standards that the team adheres to, if you want the code to be easy to maintain and modify in the future. Define the interfaces among the modules as clearly and specifically as possible and immediately communicate any changes. Code reviews are also very important. You always want to be sure that all of the cats you are herding are headed in the same direction!
Reply:let me answer by giving an analogy--a basketball team. everybody has his own different role, and they are well-defined. but all, including the coach, has one and only one goal, to win the game. but no one player, no matter how good, can win a game by himself. each one plays his position (guard, forward, center) to get the ball to the basket.

so, make ur software development team play basketball from time to time :))
Reply:I think work on separate modules

At my old company we had AWESOME communication, therefore it was easy for me to work on a separate piece of the project because I knew exactly how it was going to interact with my co-workers sections.
Reply:In my experience, if you will be having multiple people working on a single functional "piece", then you will need one "lead" or "coordinator" for each piece to ensure consistency of design and function, and to resolve any disagreements.
Reply:Depends on your process and the type of software being developed. But usually, parallel design is quicker, but you need a way to piece the elements together efficiently. Rational has a suite for this, and I believe there is some freeware that will also do this.

The more complex the module, the more necessary division becomes. For a simple mathematical process, one person can probably do it, for a sophisticated algorithm to model traffic density in an urban subdivision.. This would need a team.
Reply:IBM has people working on separate modules. I believe they do this so that no one person knows all the code, and therefore cannot run off with all the information.

Which is the world's largest open source software development Web site?

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I was wondering which is the world's largest open source software development Web site? I am only familiar with Paragent. Anybody please clear my doubt.

Thanks in Advance.

Techbrain55

Which is the world's largest open source software development Web site?
maddy is correct
Reply:SourceForge has a LOT of OS code... but I personally like

planetsourcecode.com myself. Its much more gratifying for me to post a section of code, or a function or 2 rather than some epic project.
Reply:SourceForge.net is the world's largest Open Source software development web site.

http://sourceforge.net/

SourceForge.net provides free hosting to Open Source software development projects with a centralized resource for managing projects, issues, communications, and code.
Reply:Agreed - Maddy's got it.

How do I document the pedigree of my software development methodology ?

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Can I say my software is of satisfactory quality because it was developed/released to this approved methodology.

How do I document the pedigree of the methodology ?

Could I just say I worked in such and such an organisation and we kept Australian Archive files with copious annotations of what we were doing ?

How do I document the pedigree of my software development methodology ?
http://www.accelerance.com/articles/Acce...

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