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A pragmatic approach to training programmers

Justin James believes there should be two educational tracks for software programmers: a true computer science program that focuses on a very mathematical, theoretical approach to programming, and a hands-on route that educates people to be real-world programmers. This TechRepublic download features his ideal course listing for such a training...

Tags: Training, Programmer, Justin James, Workforce Management, Training And Certification, Human Resources

Download resources 2009-07-21

10 ways IT wastes money on development

To deliver value, IT departments must keep a tight rein on how they use their budget - and that includes development efforts. Justin James cites some of the most common areas where IT throws its development bucks down the drain.This download is also available as an entry in our Programming...

Tags: Information Technology, Justin James, Strategy, Management

Download resources 2009-06-29

10 tips for advancing from a beginner to an intermediate developer

Beginner developers who want to take their career to the next level may be stymied by a lack of resources and recommendations. Justin James helps close that information gap with 10 suggestions for making the leap.This download is also available as an entry in our Programming and Development blog. ...

Tags: Developer, Justin James, Professional Development, Career

Download resources 2009-05-21

10 ways developers can meet user expectations and ease frustrations

Some users may make unrealistic demands, but most of the time, they just want software that's easy to use and that works the way it's supposed to. Justin James itemizes several basic user expectations and ways to address them.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things...

Tags: Developer, Justin James, Blogging, Tools & Techniques, Internet, Management

Download resources 2009-05-13

10 skills developers will need in the next five years

If you're a developer looking to get ahead in your field (or in some cases, to simply stay employed), this is not a good time to be complacent. Justin James lists the skills you'll want to work on now to maximize your future job prospects.This download is also available as...

Tags: Developer, Justin James

Download resources 2009-04-01

10 management techniques we'd love to see

If you've ever been the victim of a trendy, totally ineffective management style, you know how silly and arbitrary those techniques can be. Justin James has seen his share of goofy management philosophies -- so he decided to invent a few of his own.This download is also available as an...

Tags: Technique, Justin James, Productivity

Download resources 2009-03-16

10 surprising things about Windows Server 2008

When you take a look at Windows Server 2008, you'll discover big changes -- including some legitimate improvements. Justin James outlines a few of the unexpected aspects of the new OS, both good and bad.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.

Tags: Microsoft Windows Server, Justin James, Microsoft Windows Server 2008, Microsoft Windows, Servers, Operating Systems, Software, Hardware

Download resources 2008-09-04

Interview with HTML 5 Editor Ian Hickson about features, pain points, and more

In this interview, HTML 5 Editor Ian Hickson discusses his favorite features, the features he thinks might be most contentious, the pain points he expects HTML 5 will address, and much more. He also tells what he would change in the original HTML spec if he could go back in...

Tags: HTML, Justin James

Download resources 2008-08-27

10 ways to increase the productivity of your programmers

Developer time doesn't come cheap -- yet in some shops, maintaining developer productivity can be a struggle. Justin James discusses a number of ways to remove the obstacles that may be keeping your developers from working at full capacity.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things...

Tags: Developer, Productivity, Programmer, Justin James

Download resources 2008-07-30

9 myths, truths, and partial truths about developer efficiency

Tons of products on the market claim to improve developer efficiency, from different languages to IDEs, automated build tools to automated build environments. Justin James set out to bust some myths, bring to light a few truths, and show some partial truths regarding developer efficiency.This download is also available as...

Tags: Truth, Justin James, Development Tools, Productivity, Blogging, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Internet

Download resources 2008-06-03

10 developer want ads that will attract topnotch talent

Most programmer want ads are written in a way that makes the best candidates unlikely to respond to them. Why? Because the people writing these ads often don't understand developers, and they produce a generic ad that reads like a boilerplate job description. Justin James offers 10 examples of ads...

Tags: Talent, Developer, Advertisement, Justin James

Download resources 2008-05-28

10 reasons your star programmer may be looking to leave

Top programmers are not easy to find. It takes time to cull through dozens, if not hundreds, of resumes to find the magic combination you want, and it takes hours to perform interviews. After all of that, you still need to jump through hoops to make sure that your best...

Tags: Programmer, Justin James, Development Tools, Software Development, Software/Web Development

Download resources 2008-05-01

10 non-monetary benefits to attract and retain top developers

When recruiting developers, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that money is what brings in the best and the brightest. After all, developers tend to receive paychecks a bit beefier than other professionals with similar levels of experience and education. But at the end of the day,...

Tags: Developer, Benefit, Recruiting, Justin James

Download resources 2008-03-18

10 traits to look for when you're hiring a programmer

Programmers come with a wide range of skill sets, hail from many countries and cultures, and can have differing backgrounds and experiences. Nevertheless, certain qualities can mean the difference between a stellar programmer and someone who's not so great. Here are 10 things to look for when you're hiring a...

Tags: Hiring, Programmer, Justin James, Development Tools, Recruitment & Selection, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Human Resources, Workforce Management

Download resources 2008-03-05

10 signs that your project is about to be cut

No one likes to think about their project getting canceled. But it is a reality we all have to face at one time or another. The ability to foresee the likely cancellation of your project is an important skill for keeping your career healthy. Justin James describes some things to...

Tags: Project, Justin James, Professional Development, Blogging, Career, Internet

Download resources 2008-02-20

10 things I love about IT

It's sometimes easy to forget why we got into this business or why we stay in it, particularly when the scope is creeping, the customers are demanding customization to the product, and the boss' hair is pointy. Well, time to remind ourselves why we keep suiting up and showing up....

Tags: Information Technology, Justin James, Blogging, Internet

Download resources 2008-02-12

10 tips for writing a job-winning developer resume

As seasoned job hunters know, the first step on the road to finding work is to write a resume that gets you the interview. Unfortunately, some of the traditional resume writing rules just do not work well in the software development industry. Justin James has sifted through enough developer resumes...

Tags: Job, Developer, Justin James, Recruitment & Selection, Software Development, Human Resources, Workforce Management, Software/Web Development

Download resources 2007-11-28

10 types of programmers you'll encounter in the field

Programmers enjoy a reputation for being peculiar people. In fact, even within the development community, there are certain programmer archetypes that other programmers find strange. Justin James put together this list of some of the weirder types of programmers you're likely to run across.This download is also available as an...

Tags: Programmer, Justin James, Development Tools, Software Development, Software/Web Development

Download resources 2007-11-05

10 signs that you aren't cut out to be a developer

People cite all sorts of reasons for deciding to pursue a developer career path -- but even someone who is knowledgeable and bright might not be a good fit for the profession. Justin James looks at 10 indications that you might not be well suited for a developer career.This download...

Tags: Developer, Justin James, Professional Development, Training And Certification, Career

Download resources 2007-10-19

Microsoft Expression Web: Right tool for the job?

Microsoft recently released Expression Web, which replaces its venerable HTML editor, FrontPage. Expression Web falls into the Expression family, aimed at Web designers and positioned between Office and Visual Studio. It can handle HTML, CSS, and ASP.NET pages, although its ASP.NET capabilities are rather limited. This download takes you on...

Tags: Job, Web, Microsoft FrontPage, Microsoft ASP.NET, Microsoft Corp., Tool, Justin James, Channel Management, CSS, .Net, Middleware, Marketing, Scripting Languages, Software/Web Development, Web Development, Software Development, Enterprise Software, Software

Download resources 2007-07-17