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How Metrics Distract Stakeholders on Agile Software Projects Metrics can be distractions to stakeholders from seeing true value in agile software projects. Stakeholders can gain more realistic insight by observing the intangibles—like accountability, transparency, and trust in teams—rather than just following the numbers on a software project dashboard. |
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Government Seeks Researchers to Develop Superconductor ComputersComputers for US government intelligence agencies have hit such extensive performance requirements that power and cooling demands are becoming unmanageable. The solution? Put out a call for researchers who can help develop a new generation of fast, energy-efficient superconducting computers. | 
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Are Solo Agile Practices for You?The road to agile is a difficult for many teams, leading some developers to wonder if they shouldn't just go about becoming agile on their own. The idea of solo agility has been around for a few years now, and—outside of "it's difficult"—many people can't find a reason not to give it a shot. | 
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Why Techies Should Watch Their BackupsBacking up your work isn’t the sexiest topic on the block, but if it’s not done correctly, it can cost you time, money, your job, or your professional reputation. Eric Bloom details important things to consider regarding backing up your work. | 
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Are Test Plans Important to a Project's Success?Anuj Magazine examines the differences between a plan and planning, how important test plans really are, and whether or not test plans are important to a project's success. | 
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Recover from Mistakes and Save Face—as Well as Your JobAs bad as a mistake at work might be, it’s what happens next that matters. With a little self-confidence, you can move past your mistake and learn from it. Read on for tips on how to be proactive in fixing a mistake, dealing with the aftermath, and trying to avoid similar mistakes in the future. | 
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Early August Hacking News RoundupIn this roundup of interesting hacking news, find out about the FBI's hacking techniques to thwart potential criminals. Also, see how an artist-hacker has successfully tampered with Teddy Ruxpin dolls and created something rather unsettling. | 
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How to Read Faster without Sacrificing ComprehensionSeveral studies have suggested that speed reading and comprehension don’t mix. While you may not be able to triple the rate at which you read, chances are you can speed it up a little by getting rid of some bad habits. Here's how to read faster—while still understanding what you're reading. |
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