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The Importance of Organizational Psychology for Developers

Organizational psychology, also known as industrial-organizational psychology, is the study of workplace behavior and how it impacts productivity, morale, and overall organizational success. While it may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of software development, organizational psychology is increasingly relevant to developers and their teams. As software development has…
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Canton Coders Season 4.0 – AI, Org Design, and Economics – Disruptive Things

Attention all software developers and enthusiasts! Canton Coders is excited to announce Season 4.0, and this time, we’re tackling some of the most disruptive and transformative trends in the industry. We’ll be exploring the intersection of AI-driven development, organizational change, and the economics of software – all of which promise to revolutionize the way we…
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Let’s Explore AI Driven Development, Together

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been transforming industries across the board, from healthcare to finance, and software development is no exception. AI-driven development is the latest trend in software engineering, and it promises to streamline the development process, improve code quality, and reduce time-to-market. In this article, we’ll explore what AI-driven development is, how it works,…
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We’re hosting Scaled Agile DevOps Fleet Week 2024!

Ahoy, agile enthusiasts! The time has come to set sail on a journey towards scaling your DevOps process. We proudly announce the Scaled Agile DevOps Maturity Framework Conference 2024: Fleet Week. Join us on board as we navigate through the choppy waters of agile methodology and DevOps, all while enjoying the scenic views of the…
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Message From MSG ROB : Come Code With Us

MEMORANDUM TO: All Military Personnel FROM: Master Sergeant Rob SUBJECT: Invitation to Canton Coders Online Meetup Attention all personnel, I am honored to invite all military personnel to join me at the upcoming Canton Coders online meetup. As a retired master sergeant and a computer science graduate, I understand how difficult it can be to…
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Ace that Cobol Interview

If you’re a developer with experience in COBOL, you may have found yourself in a unique position in recent years. As new programming languages and technologies have emerged, many companies have moved away from COBOL, leaving a gap in the market for skilled developers. However, even if you have years of experience with COBOL, landing…
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Breaking the Agile Mold: Treating Developers Like Professionals, Not Children

As we have seen, the agile movement has provided many benefits to software development, but there is a risk of over-reliance on process at the expense of developer expertise and creativity. While agile coaches can provide valuable support to development teams, it is important to recognize that developers are professionals who are capable of conducting…
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FizzBuzz in Ada

FizzBuzz is a classic programming exercise that is often used as a simple way to filter out candidates who lack basic programming skills. The problem is simple: write a program that prints the numbers from 1 to 100, but for multiples of 3 print “Fizz” instead of the number, for multiples of 5 print “Buzz”,…
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Rethinking Standups: Are They Disruptive at Best?

For years, standups have been a staple practice in software engineering, intended to keep teams aligned, aware of progress, and able to address any roadblocks. However, as software development has evolved, it’s time to question whether standups are more disruptive than they are helpful. At their core, standups can be a valuable tool for keeping…
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A Decade-Old Practice That’s Still Essential Today

Continuous deployment is a software development practice that’s been around for over a decade, but it’s still as relevant today as it was when it was first introduced. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at what continuous deployment is, why it’s important, and how you can implement it in your own software development…
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