The 9 Cost Factors
A comprehensive framework for evaluating the total, long-term economic impact of programming language choices across nine critical cost dimensions.
27 Posts
Topic: Leadership
Why Engineers Can't Be Rational About Programming Languages
The neuroscience of why we make million dollar decisions based on identity, not data.
Drupal and the secret of my success
As my tenure on the Drupal Association was concluding, I was asked to give the Keynote for …
Release early, release often to minimize risk
Release Cycles have been debated for the last 30 years and will certainly be for the next 30. …
My Favorite Rands Posts
If you don’t know Rands (real name Michael Lopp), you should. His blog is full of excellent …
Software Development's Magic Triangle
There’s an old adage “Fast, Cheap, Good; Pick Two”. This situation is called a magic triangle. …
16 lessons from 16 years
16 lessons learned I learned from my first 16 years working in the technology industry.
Watch what you say
I came across an article today titled “Help! My boss is on twitter“. Allow me to share a secret …
The Golden Hammer
Every so often a “new” technology catches on. Right now it’s nosql databases. A couple years …
Finding the Right People
Since I began at Open Sky a few weeks ago I have been tasked with building out a great team. …
Transitions
I couldn’t be more excited to announce that I have accepted a position at The Open Sky Project. …
Using the right keys
Today I was visiting a friends office and like many offices in NYC they have a shared bathroom …
7 security practices you need to follow
Some of this may seem like a broken record, yet every single time you hear about a bank losing …
Fascinating interview with Steve Jobs and Bill Gates
In 2007, All Things Digital held a fascinating interview with both Bill Gates and Steve Jobs. …
The Importance of Focus
Imagine if Apple, Disney, Microsoft, etc had chased every oppotunity that they came across. One …
Checking Vendor References
One task that should be part of every IT managers is performing reference checks on potential …
Engaging Employees
There is one trait that if possessed can virtually ensure success, the ability to nurture a …
Apple's iconic presentations
Recently a book came out The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs: How to be Insanely Great in …
Take Time to Help Others
While it may not seem intuitive taking time out to selflessly help others will help you more …
Featured in CIO Magazine!
I don’t know what could be more shocking that opening this month’s edition of CIO magazine and …
Choosing a Hosting Partner
No question about it, choosing a good hosting partner is one of the most important decisions a …
Social Media Recognition
Recently I’ve been fortunate to be recognized in a few publications. I extend a warm welcome to …
Growing in a Down Economy
Strategies for growing while your competition shrinks in a down economy.
Portero Raises 6.6 Million
In a round of financing led by LFE Capital Portero Inc, the worlds leading online luxury store raises 6.6 million to build out a robust technology platform.
One Hundred Pushups
Move over skinny nerds. I've begun the 100 puphup challenge and am announcing it here to ensure I take it seriously.
Hire Your Next Consultant Using Twitter
How to find great and qualified people to hire using Twitter.
Promotion
Portero Inc, the worlds leading online luxury destination, announces the promotion of Steve Francia to CIO.