RPC vs REST is not in the URL
September 20, 2016 No Comments
In Phil Sturgeon’s article Understanding REST and RPC for HTTP APIs, he makes the assertion that the following URL is not technically RESTful.POST /trips/123/start I have
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Being restricted by geographical boundaries when building a data team? You’re hampering your own potential. Despite the rise of remote work, many companies still struggle to find the right approach when it comes to building a large remote data team. Missteps can lead to inefficiencies and miscommunication. Think local when hiring for your data team?…
Onboarding Processes for Remote Tech Teams
Most companies think a Slack introduction and an email chain constitute an effective remote onboarding process. Ignoring the vital role onboarding plays in integrating remote tech teams is a surefire way to hinder productivity and cohesion. The rise of remote work has laid bare the inadequacies of traditional onboarding processes. Unprepared, many companies fumble, leading…
Building a Cohesive Culture in Distributed Tech Teams: A Hypothesis-Driven Approach
Thinking that borderless teams mean a culture-less environment is a flawed notion that will hold your distributed tech team back. Navigating time zones and cultural nuances while maintaining a cohesive culture is a hurdle that many companies fail to overcome, leading to fractured teams and mediocre outputs. Transform your approach and successfully build a culture…
Avoid These 5 Common AI Project Mistakes for Success
Jumping on the AI bandwagon without a strategic plan is a recipe for disaster. Sadly, in the race to deploy AI capabilities, numerous businesses stumble over common pitfalls resulting in costly project failures. The AI development landscape is littered with failed projects, victims of common mistakes made in the rush to stay ahead in the…
Best Practices for Legacy System Migration
Stubbornly clinging to outdated software? You’re walking a dangerous tightrope. Legacy systems, despite their reliability, are ticking time bombs—susceptible to security breaches, inefficiencies, and obsolescence. Sticking to these systems is like driving a vintage car; it may look great, but it lacks modern comfort and safety features. Holding on to your old software is akin…
Strategies for Retaining Top Tech Talent in Competitive Markets
Your greatest tech assets are walking out the front door. The cutthroat market is evolving rapidly, leaving companies scrambling for top tech skills. Simply hiring the best isn’t enough anymore; indifference towards retention can lead to catastrophic consequences, including lost skills, lost time, and high costs. Believing that a competitive salary will ensure loyalty is…
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Back to my core
June 22, 2016 No Comments
I’ve spent a large part of the last two years playing the role of a technical marketeer. Call it developer advocate, API Evangelist, or my
Azure API Management Resources
January 13, 2016 No Comments
Although I know my HTTP and Web API pretty well, becoming an API Evangelist on the Azure API Management team means also needing to know the nitty gritty of the Azure API Management
A Fresh Coat Of REST Paint On A SOAP Stack
November 9, 2015 No Comments
In my experience, once a SOAP API gets into production and is working, nobody wants to touch it. They can be very finicky beasts. Sometimes
In The Mood For HTTP – Episode 3
October 27, 2015 No Comments
The recording for episode #3 is now available on Crowdcast and YouTube. In this episode we cover issues like API description languages, security weaknesses in HTTP APIs and
In The Mood For HTTP – Open Q&A
October 20, 2015 No Comments
As a software developer today it is pretty difficult to avoid working with HTTP in some capacity. There also seems to be a growing desire
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