Gamification as a concept in software development is nothing new. Developers have long been using it as a means of increasing user engagement in their applications. Gamification in apps traditionally involves implementing some game-like elements, such as leveling up, getting achievements, or competing on a leaderboard, that will encourage a user to stay in an … continue reading
Security, specifically application security, has become a huge challenge for IT companies worldwide. Actually, most companies in any vertical nowadays have some sort of IT platform they maintain. An increasing number of exploits, causing widespread financial and technical damage, are being reported on an almost daily basis. Yet the biggest vulnerability you have is sitting … continue reading
Forget what you’ve heard about the music business. While it may be hard to feed a family of four on gigs, the market for musical gear and education is exploding. In 2014, new instruments and apps for learning how to play them are taking advantage of software and embedded technology. Take the fantastical circular keyboard … continue reading
Gamification, if done right, can boost developer productivity and customer engagement … continue reading
What looks frivolous at first glance is actually a useful way of steering work behavior—and making money … continue reading
Finding new ways to reward people for their work is harder than it looks, says Badgeville … continue reading
Do you use gamification to motivate your employees? … continue reading
Startup takes page from gamers by offering achievement marks to get developers more engaged in their projects … continue reading
“Gamification” is a buzzword, but turning your supply chain management system into a game is anything but frivolous … continue reading
