Software security in 2025 - Four encouraging trends
Thursday, December 26, 2024 by Freeman Lightner
The good news is that over the last few years software development organizations have embraced their role in ensuring the security of their applications in the face of ever-increasing threats to their organizations. The bad news is that they are struggling with how to protect code without overburdening developers, slowing down releases, and generally hindering innovatio...
AI testing solution Launchable now on AWS Marketplace
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 by Austin Harris
Launchable by CloudBees is now available on AWS Marketplace, a digital catalog with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors that make it easy to find, test, buy, and deploy software that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
More than 48 percent of software developers surveyed said they have used AWS in the last year, making it ...
App development predictions for 2025 from Kochava
Friday, December 20, 2024 by Richard Harris
As we approach 2025, app development is rapidly evolving. Technological advancements, changes in user expectations, and emerging global trends are redefining what it means to build, deploy, and use mobile and web applications.
2025 app development predictions from Amro Hassan at Kochava
With groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence, connectivity, and...
UK app developers file class action lawsuit against Apple
Thursday, December 19, 2024 by Richard Harris
A class action lawsuit has been launched in the UK against Apple, alleging that the tech giant has abused its dominant position in iOS app distribution to charge excessive commission fees. The case, Ennis v Apple, is being brought to the UK Competition Appeals Tribunal and seeks up to $970 million USD in damages on behalf of UK-based app developers. What you need to kn...
Mobile operators in France unite to protect digital identities
Monday, December 16, 2024 by Brittany Hainzinger
As part of the global GSMA Open Gateway initiative, France's four leading mobile operators – Bouygues Telecom, Free, Orange and SFR – announced they will join forces to provide services designed to help app developers and enterprises tackle online fraud and protect the digital identities of mobile customers.
Mobile operators in France unite to protect digit...
Agentic AI app development streamlined with new Capella AI services
Monday, December 16, 2024 by Richard Harris
Couchbase, Inc. unveiled Capella AI Services to help enterprises address the growing data challenges of AI development and deployment and streamline how they build secure agentic AI applications at scale. The comprehensive AI Services, including model hosting, automated vectorization, unstructured data preprocessing and AI agent catalog services, allow organizations to ...
Java development testing tool Diffblue Cover Developer Edition
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 by Richard Harris
Diffblue released a new edition of its flagship product, Diffblue Cover. Diffblue Cover: Developer Edition meets the unique needs of individual Java developers and small teams, offering an accessible solution for AI-driven, continuous unit testing to drive efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
Diffblue Cover is widely adopted by medium-to-large enterprises &ndash...
Apple lawsuit filed by UK developers
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 by Freeman Lightner
A leading competition law expert pursuing a class action lawsuit against Apple on behalf of UK app developers has been told his case can go ahead, with the UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) certifying his claim for £785m (just over one billion US dollars) on behalf of UK app developers. Today, the CAT made the collective proceedings order, confirming it...
Real time security software development from Symbiotic Security
Friday, November 22, 2024 by Richard Harris
Symbiotic Security launched a real-time security for software development that combines detection and remediation with just-in-time training – incorporating security testing and training directly into the development process without breaking developers’ workflows.
Backed with $3 million of seed funding from investors including Lerer Hippeau, Axeleo C...
Building data visualizations with Luzmo Flex
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 by Richard Harris
In the evolving landscape of data analytics, the ability to seamlessly integrate data visualizations into applications is becoming increasingly vital. Paul Scanlon, an expert in the field, has unveiled a new method that promises to simplify this process. By leveraging the Google Analytics API, Scanlon demonstrates how developers can create stunning, interactive data vis...
Submit your 2025 app and software industry predictions
Friday, November 15, 2024 by Richard Harris
As we step into 2025, the tech world is buzzing with excitement, anticipation, and endless possibilities. Once again, it's time for App Developer Magazine's highly anticipated 9th Annual Predictions Issue. We’re inviting all visionaries, innovators, and tech experts in the app and software industry to share your predictions for the year ahead!
Submit yo...
Emerging features to consider for mobile app development
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 by Richard Harris
In an era where mobile applications are ubiquitous, with a staggering 8.93 million apps vying for attention across various app stores, distinguishing your app from the competition is paramount. While aesthetics undoubtedly play a role in user attraction, it is the functionality and features of an app that truly captivate and retain users. Whether you are embarking on yo...
Network API development in 2025
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 by Mikko Jarva
There is a shift occurring in the telecommunications sector as network operators develop network-as-a-service (NaaS) offers—essentially, offering the extensive capabilities of their wide-area wired and wireless networks as programmable platforms to support public cloud and private enterprise applications.
How a holistic approach can drive higher-value net...
CSS3 to CSS5 web styling evolution
Monday, November 11, 2024 by Austin Harris
The world of web design and development has been abuzz with conversations about the future of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), as discussions around the emergence of CSS5 begin to take shape. This renewed focus comes amid curiosity about what followed CSS3, a version that significantly transformed web design back in 2009. While CSS4 never officially materialized, the web c...
Optimizing lighthouse score alone is insufficient for achieving a fast website
Friday, November 8, 2024 by Richard Harris
In the digital age, where speed is synonymous with user satisfaction, website performance is a critical factor for success. Web developers and site owners often turn to tools like Google Lighthouse to gauge their site's performance. Achieving a perfect Lighthouse score of 100% can be a moment of triumph. However, a flawless score does not necessarily equate to a fas...
AI newsletter aggregator developed using react
Thursday, November 7, 2024 by Freeman Lightner
In the ever-evolving digital age, staying updated with the latest news can be overwhelming due to the sheer volume of information available. However, with advancements in technology, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI), there are innovative solutions to streamline the process of news aggregation. One such solution involves creating an AI-driven newsletter aggre...
Advantages of 5G for the mobile app development industry
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 by Austin Harris
In an era where the internet is integral to our daily lives, from finding the nearest grocery store to having those groceries delivered to our doorstep, the role of mobile applications is more crucial than ever. With the advent of 5G technology, the mobile app development industry stands on the brink of a transformative period. This new generation of wireless technology...
Piecesjs framework for native web components
Sunday, November 3, 2024 by Richard Harris
In the ever-evolving landscape of web development, the quest for efficiency and creativity continues to drive innovation. A recent addition to this dynamic field is Piecesjs, a lightweight JavaScript framework designed to enhance the development of native web components. Built upon the principles of simplicity and creativity, Piecesjs offers a comprehensive suite of too...
Developer Relations Foundation formed by Linux Foundation
Monday, October 28, 2024 by Richard Harris
The Linux Foundation, the nonprofit organization enabling mass innovation through open source, recently announced its intent to form the Developer Relations Foundation (DRF). The DRF is a new community-driven project under the Linux Foundation, with the mission to elevate the professional practice of developer relations (DevRel) and increase awareness of its role as a c...
Gemini API powered Android apps
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 by Richard Harris
With the rise of Generative AI, Android developers now have access to capabilities that were once out of reach. These advancements, such as the ability to add image captioning without needing specialized computer vision knowledge, are now within reach for app creators.
Gemini API powered Android apps
In the coming weeks, the stable version of Vertex AI will be lau...
Software developer incubator program from Pega expands globally
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield
Pegasystems Inc., the enterprise AI decisioning and workflow automation platform provider, recently announced an expansion of its Pega University Program to find and cultivate new Pega-certified professionals with promising employment opportunities upon program completion. Building off its initial success in India, the Pega University Program will provide clie...
Swift Student Challenge 2025 announced by Apple
Tuesday, October 15, 2024 by Richard Harris
Apple is excited to introduce the Swift Student Challenge, a program dedicated to empowering the next generation of developers, creators, and entrepreneurs. This initiative has allowed thousands of student developers to exhibit their creativity and coding skills through app playgrounds while acquiring valuable real-world experience that can benefit their future careers....
Most captivating AI tools revealed
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield
eDiscovery experts Reveal assembled a list of AI-powered tools from online directories and then ranked them by average visit duration to see which users spend the longest time on. The 100 tools with the most organic traffic, as well as Reveal’s own eDiscovery tool, Ask, then provided the seed list that was used to obtain data on each tool’s average visit dur...
iOS Market Insights for EU
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 by Richard Harris
MacPaw released its new report, "iOS Market Insights for EU." The study, conducted by MacPaw’s alternative app marketplace Setapp Mobile, surveyed over 1,200 iOS users across various European Union countries, including France, Germany, and Spain.
iOS Market Insights report by MacPaw, reveals 80% of EU iOS users are open to third-party app stores
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Android 15 releases to AOSP
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 by Richard Harris
Android has officially unveiled Android 15, the latest iteration of its mobile operating system, now available through the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). This new version will be rolling out to supported Pixel devices over the coming weeks and will also be available on select devices from manufacturers including Samsung, Honor, iQOO, Lenovo, Motorola, Nothing, OneP...
Mobile games are main income for developers
Monday, September 16, 2024 by Richard Harris
Mobile games continue to be the primary source of income for mobile app developers. According to the numbers presented by NoKyc.com, mobile games are expected to account for 52.2% of all downloads in both major app stores in 2024.
Mobile users are expected to download 150.4 billion games in 2024
Mobile phone users are more likely to download games than a...
iOS 18 developers need to know this
Friday, September 13, 2024 by Richard Harris
First things first, let's talk about what's new in iOS 18. Apple has packed this release with a plethora of features that will make your apps more powerful, efficient, and user-friendly. Here are some of the highlights:
iOS 18 developers need to know: The essentials
1. Enhanced Privacy Features: Apple continues its crusade for user privacy with new to...
UK android app developers file class action suit against Google
Thursday, September 12, 2024 by Freeman Lightner
A leading competition law expert, Professor Barry Rodger, has filed a legal claim worth up to E1.04 billion against Google before the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal (“CAT”). Google is accused of abusing its dominant position to the detriment of a large class of thousands of UK app developers who need to use its app marketplace, ‘Play Store’ or &l...
Atlassian Developer Day on tour
Monday, September 9, 2024 by Richard Harris
Atlassian's Developer Day on Tour will be making a stop in Toronto, providing a platform for software development professionals to gather and engage with peers in the industry. This full-day event is designed to explore various topics relevant to the development community, including platform engineering, enhancing developer experiences, and optimizing workflows with...
Garmin Satellite SOS on Google Pixel smartphones
Friday, September 6, 2024 by Austin Harris
Garmin recently announced the integration of its satellite SOS emergency response coordination service into Google’s Android smartphone ecosystem, beginning with the latest Pixel 9 smartphones in the U.S. Under the agreement, Pixel users in the U.S. may be able to connect with Garmin ResponseSM emergency response coordination services when cellular and Wi-Fi ...
AI regulations in software development
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 by Richard Harris
AI is rapidly changing the software development field, making clear regulations essential to prevent risks like data breaches and ensure ethical practices. These regulations are also key to reshaping developer roles while preserving the need for human expertise.
AI regulations in software development
The implementation of formal AI policies within companies is cri...
PayPal Developer Day registration opens
Thursday, August 15, 2024 by Austin Harris
PayPal is set to host its Developer Day for Fastlane on August 20-21, 2024, at its headquarters in San Jose, CA. This event will offer a comprehensive overview of integrating Fastlane with PayPal Complete Payments (PPCP) and Braintree. Attendees will benefit from technical sessions covering REST APIs, JavaScript SDKs, and GraphQL APIs, along with hands-on coding labs an...
GenAI developers and athletes empowered by Intel
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 by Austin Harris
Intel has recently shared exciting details on its collaboration with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and on an industry-driven generative AI (GenAI) retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solution. These announcements demonstrate how open AI systems and platforms using Intel Gaudi AI accelerators and Intel Xeon processors put the power i...
IBM Quantum Developer Conference 2024
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 by Richard Harris
At the IBM Quantum Developer Conference 2024, participants will gain an exclusive, hands-on preview of cutting-edge tools and forthcoming roadmap updates from IBM Quantum, all organized around the theme - Performance by Qiskit.
As the era of quantum utility progresses, it is essential to empower quantum researchers and developers to perform meaningful work on current...
Secure mobile VNCphone puts an end to mobile spying
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 by Austin Harris
With the VNCphone, VNC presents a unique combination of mobile phones, hardened operating system and pre-installed applications for secure mobile communication and collaboration.
Secure mobile VNCphone puts an end to mobile spying
With VNCphone, VNC, a developer of open source-based enterprise applications, now enables professional mobile working without spyi...