Software Development

People have significantly transformed the natural environment over the years. Environmental degradation is one of the most serious problems we face today. It is predicted that by the end of this century, the amount of…

When your startup is ready to start building the first version of your digital product, you will probably face a few challenges at first. The requirements of the healthcare industry are specific in some respects,…

Over the years, we’ve seen dozens of technologies come and go, but there are two that never seem to disappear from the tech spotlight: Python and Node.js. These two technologies are the de facto industry…

Why is the role of QA so important during application development? QA (Quality Assurance) Specialist is the person who, in addition to executing tests, plans them, assesses risks, and develops processes to achieve the highest…

Blockchain technology, which first appeared in 2008 with the creation of the Bitcoin cryptocurrency, has recently been viewed as a disruptive technology that has the potential to transform the financial industry. By some people, at…

In the era of agile project management, the trend of programming in pairs is becoming more and more popular. The Agile Model has assumptions that work well in organizations focused on the rapid development of…

Before deciding on developing your digital product and business, choosing the right IT business partner is not the only issue you have to deal with. Another essential question that you have to ask yourself is…

Nowadays, outsourcing plays a very important role in the software development industry and more and more companies decide to choose this method of seeking and employing employees. It gives the opportunity to recruit talented, perfectly…

It’s estimated nowadays that with over 4 billion people using the internet, the combined carbon footprint of energy, infrastructure as well as usage of smartphones and laptops result in about 3.7% of greenhouse gas emissions…

Healthcare has resurfaced as an online service in various areas of the world, with most people beginning to avoid visiting the hospital. Although it’s a very hot topic, it’s a bit dense. We can read…

In the last 2 years, many things have changed and one of these things for sure is the demand for innovative HealthTech solutions. Due to COVID-19, people demand that today’s healthcare services be available at…

The global pandemic is the time when many B2B companies and innovators want to bring help, innovate and create new solutions that can be useful to the world. Ever since COVID-19 started spreading, many digital…

Jakub is one of the few people that built Applover from the ground up. He works at Applover for over 3 years now! Jakub is a Software Tester and a Tech Leader for the team….

Nowadays, the fight against climate change is an issue that affects many areas of life and has a serious impact on the future. It is a multifaceted matter that requires reacting on many levels. Many…

Since 2020, companies related to the HealthCare industry have significantly accelerated its development and digitization due to pandemics. For this reason, HealthTech and MedTech products have gained much popularity. Due to lockdowns, now more consumers…

Flutter is the most popular cross-platform mobile framework used by global developers, according to a 2021 developer survey. It became popular in 2020, and since it’s rapidly expanding. The primary reason people desire to create…

Everyone agrees that product quality is important. But app development consists of difficult tasks that require a lot of knowledge and work. It’s very easy for something to go wrong. To prevent this, there are…

The insurance companies have faced several challenges in the last 2 years, including the global pandemic, severe workload, a shortage of highly skilled people, continuously changing circumstances, and a global trend toward remote work. But…

Whether you’re asking what technical debt is or you’re wondering if it’s similar to financial debt, you’re correct. This term might be associated with something negative as a connotation to owing money. However, just like…

For anyone who wants to build a digital product, pricing is a critical factor. There are no two the same businesses and each app is one-of-a-kind. But on the other hand, product owners need to…

At first glance, it may seem that there is not much difference between a web application and a website. The popular definitions are contested and often very similar to each other. But in fact, the…

Ruby on Rails is a technology thanks to which information services, social networks, or e-commerce platforms are created. Due to its wide appeal, it is becoming more and more popular. Thus the need for specialists…

Technology is our future in human life. Advancements in these sectors have continued to change the society we live in throughout the years, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Due to the current…

It all starts with questions. Why is it so crucial for your digital product’s success? The short answer would be quite simple: you don’t want any misunderstandings about your product. However, it doesn’t just come…

No one should deny that outsourcing IT can benefit a company. But no one also should forget about the challenges that come with software outsourcing. Hiring a company that deals with software development projects can…

The goal of code review is to maintain or improve the overall level of code quality for a given project. It’s important to understand the basic principles of effective code review since it is one…

Outsourcing web development has always been a topic that raises many questions and uncertainties. For example, during initial conversations with entrepreneurs, I often hear, “Is it a smart idea to do web development externally?” and…

Technology is enabling us to complete the same tasks regardless of where we are – at the office, at home, in the cafe, on the train, etc. However, when you work from home, you can…

Have you ever wondered why most door handles look the way they do and why flat objects will never replace them? Opening doors should not make our lives difficult. It is an action that has…

It is quite a challenge to establish a business relationship that involves outsourcing or entrusting part of a project to an external company. Although finding a nearshore software development partner seems to be less risky…

Creating your app for many companies and businesses seems like an ideal action. After all, having a mobile product can satisfy the needs of new customers, and a new audience will generate further profits for the…

In any software project, especially when outsourcing IT, it’s good to write down your idea of a software product you want to develop to keep everyone on the same page from the very beginning. Starting…

It’s hard not to notice that the global pandemic has significantly impacted our lives by bringing work into our homes, changing our habits and ways of spending our free time. At Applover, during remote meetings…

What a difference a year makes. The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic fallout radically shifted consumer and employee needs, habits, and expectations, while compelling virtualization of insurer operations practically overnight. The mobile year lasts, and…

You have a great idea for the app and while researching mobile development one word caught your eyes: Flutter. It promises you to deliver one application that works on both Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android…

Theoretically, we all know that psychological activities are exclusively related to human beings and relationships. With the development of technology, which is a huge part of our lives, researchers go beyond stereotypical areas. Today’s human…

Plans are of little importance, but planning is essential – Winston Churchill once said. By planning, we understand the well-organized process, which is of the utmost importance when it comes to software development projects.  That’s…

Choosing the right software development partner is a critical factor in ensuring the success of your project. How do you decide what software development company to collaborate with since there are so many of them…

Bench by Applover is an IT system that will enable multi-faceted examination of skills, experience, personality traits, and soft skills in potential, outsourced developers. It aggregates data on candidates’ profiles, which complements the original psychological…

To develop a successful website, app, or any other software product, you’ll need a team of experienced specialists. However, sometimes people think that it is enough to have the skills of a programmer who knows…

This year we celebrate the 4th birthday of Applover. We have decided to give you a little bit of insight into our story. How did it all start? What are our plans for the future?…

Starting a project requires the involvement of both – the development team and the client. However, very often, the initial stages of the software project are treated very carelessly. It’s a big mistake. They aim…

As I mentioned in my latest article on Medium – nobody expected that on such a large scale, so quickly one virus will spread all over the World. The Pandemic Covid-19 forced us to change…

What’s the outsourcing definition, and why many companies around the world decide to cooperate with remote development teams? Let’s imagine a situation where you and your team decide that the best thing you can do…

Work ethos and office culture are changing all around the World. Not that long ago, working outside of an office was more of a perk rather than a standard that it is becoming today. It…

At Applover we strive to always have the newest and best solutions in our toolset. We keep a close eye on promising libraries and frameworks that can help us with our software development. That’s why…

Android Instant App is a new feature available for developers since may 2017 but only now getting some real traction. After media giants like BuzzFeed, The New York Times, or video streaming service – Vimeo…

Do good, better This summer during a meetup in New York our project manager and co-founder, Piotr Myszczyński met Kevin, head of North America business development at OST. During a casual conversation Piotr and Kevin…

Building business on the mobile app brings us a few questions, among others, how can we make money on our application. AS Piotr Sędzik, CEO of Footsteps said: „It is the first question that we…

We have all been there. Working for a year for a software company with a “junior developer” sticker on your shoulder. You’d love the promotion? What you need to do is make yourself work faster…

What is Kotlin anyway? Kotlin is a small island near Saint Petersburg, Russia. As it happens there is a Jetbrains office not that far from it. Jetbrains, being developers of both IntelliJ IDEA and Android…

Since January 2016 our team has grown up significantly. From 4 members to a team of more than 20 developers, project managers, designers and testers. This required a lot of recruiting, but we’ve had not…