Category Archives: Education

5 important questions to ask about low-code software

June 9, 2022EducationLow-codeJoe Stangarone

trends If you’re at all considering low-code software, there are a few things you must understand:

First, there are hundreds of low-code tools available these days…and new ones are constantly popping up. You can’t possibly evaluate every option.

Second, they’re all different. This is a big deal because most people think low-code tools are generally the same. They’re not. They have different features, interfaces, and development approaches. Some are great in certain areas but poor in others. Some are customizable. Others are not. As a result, comparing your options is tricky. Depending on your needs, some tools will fit better than others.

Finally, there’s really a lot to know about development tools in general. The problem is, not everything is obvious until you really get into them…some of which will come back to bite you if you’re not prepared.

The big question: What ‘not-so-obvious’ areas should you look at in a low-code tool?

We created a video to help you answer that question. We’ve compiled our best advice into 5 important questions to help you identify the ideal low-code platform for your business. You can watch it right here:

7 ways that low-code tools pay for themselves

May 11, 2022EducationLow-codeJoe Stangarone

trends Summary: Low-code development is synonymous with development speed. But, did you know that development speed is just one of many ways that low-code tools can actually pay for themselves? In this article, we explain 7 different ways other companies use low-code software to pay for itself.

Top Business Process Automation Trends for 2022

March 24, 2022EducationGuest Contributor

trends ** This guest post was written by Jason Richardson. Learn more about Jason in the author bio at the end of this post. **
Workflow COVID-19, digital transformation, and rising global competition are just a few of the reasons why planning for the next financial year is essential to your company’s success. Business process management (BPM) is an excellent framework for understanding how your company operates today and, more importantly, how you may improve it in the future. BPA’s rapid growth will significantly speed up as we approach 2022.

7 Web Application Development Trends to Watch in 2022

March 10, 2022EducationTrends, Web Applications, Web DevelopmentJoe Stangarone

trends Summary: Web application development is changing and becoming increasingly important. What can we expect for 2022? How will web application development evolve and what areas should you focus on? In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the biggest web app dev trends to monitor in the coming year.

5 Technologies that CIOs and IT Leaders Can’t Ignore in 2022

January 13, 2022EducationCIO, Tech trends, TrendsJoe Stangarone

trends Summary: It’s been a challenging past 2 years for many businesses. CIOs and IT leaders were forced to adapt on the fly as the pandemic stretched on. Many receieved a rude awakening–realizing that they didn’t have the technologies in place to adapt. The big question: What technologies will have the biggest impact on the business world in the coming year? In this article, we explore a few more technologies that the modern CIO cannot afford to ignore.

5 big challenges facing CIOs and IT leaders in 2022

November 17, 2021EducationCIO, CIO ChallengesJoe Stangarone

automation Summary: Over the past couple of years, CIOs and IT leaders have faced a pop quiz of sorts: How quickly can your company adapt to unexpected challenges? Assuming you navigated through the challenges brought on by the pandemic, the next question is: How will you address the challenges in the coming year? In this article, we explore 5 challenges that CIOs and IT leaders should watch in 2022.

9 common myths about low-code development platforms

August 19, 2021EducationLow-codeJoe Stangarone

trends Summary: As the low-code market grows, so does the confusion. Many businesses don’t quite understand low-code, or they believe some common myths and misconceptions that are floating around. In this article, we explore 9 of the most common low-code myths and explain why they’re false.

Video: How to create a RESTful API in 5 minutes

August 5, 2021EducationWeb ServicesJoe Stangarone

development In our last article, we explored some big advantages of web APIs. From improving the customer experience to streamlining processes, web services and APIs truly hold plenty of potential.

The big questions: If your business isn’t using web services or APIs right now, where do you start? How do you create them? How long does it take?

We just created a video that answers these questions and goes through the whole process using the m-Power Development Platform. In this video, we walk you through the creation of a RESTful API and even set up a basic web app to consume the data. You might be surprised by how easy it can be. You can watch the video below.

7 Huge Benefits of Web APIs

July 22, 2021EducationWeb ServicesJoe Stangarone

trends Summary: Web services help different applications communicate with each other–regardless of platform or technology. But, what does this mean from a business standpoint? Learn how web services can help your business increase efficiency, improve customer satisfaction, and much more!

10 must-have features of enterprise low-code software

May 26, 2021EducationLow-codeJoe Stangarone

trends Summary: These days, choosing the right low-code tool can be confusing. Since each one has differing features and goals, comparing your options is becoming more and more difficult. How can you avoid surprises or “gotchas” when selecting a tool? How can you find the right low-code tool for your business? In this article, we explore 10 critical features to look for in any low-code tool.