Some thoughts on the future of mobility
The future of mobility is a hot topic these days, and not just because of the exciting products the industry has been cooking up lately. It’s also a great lens for thinking about some of...
Value and benefit-based feature prioritization canvas
In a recent study, CB Insights went through a list of failed startups and analyzed why they shut down, covering common factors like timing, legal challenges, and business model quality. Their findings? Nearly half of...
Want your web development to go smoothly? Here’s how.
Having worked in web development for 6 years now, I’ve seen my fair share of projects, good and bad. If I’ve learned anything from the process, it’s that mistakes can cost you. Depending on how...
Go vs. Java: we chose Go, and you should too
We all know that blissful feeling at the start of a greenfield project. Every decision has been left up to you, and the possibilities seem endless. As you think about how to get started, one...
The MVP scoping guide: how to build your product, fast
If you’re about to start a new project, you’re probably wondering what your minimum viable product will look like. The first thing you should do is this: validate your idea without investing any money into...
Native vs. React Native: which is right for you?
There are two ways to approach developing a mobile app for iOS and Android. You can use the native technology provided by Apple and Google to build a version for each platform, or you can...
QA testing: why an unhappy team can cost you.
Being a quality assurance manager isn’t always easy. QA testing is the final step before launch time, also known as “where the money happens.” That means everyone—from the client and shareholders to the project manager—is...
Mobility as a service, the future of urban transportation
The mobility industry has undergone serious changes over the past few years. One of disruption’s most visible effects has been the rise of alternate modes of transportation, including electric and autonomous vehicles and mobility as...
Ten usability heuristics for successful web design
For any web-based product to be successful, it needs to be usable. So what exactly does that mean? A website is usable when it gets three things right. It should make it easy for users...
Accessible design: how it works and why it matters
We tend to think of accessibility in black and white terms. In reality, it’s more of a grayscale. Have you ever tried making a phone call with your hands full? What about reading something on...