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US Air Force Solicits Concepts for CyberwarfareThe US Air Force has issued a request for concept papers focused on cyberspace warfare attack technologies. With a potential total value of the contracts at $10 million USD, this is a sizable shift from talking about cyberdefense to cyberattacks.
Is Your Software CM a Burden on Developers?Is your software configuration management process placing a burden on developers? Joe Farah lists some handy tips to ensure that CM benefits not only the business bottom line but also the developers and every role on the project team.
Why Cloud Computing Is OverhypedA recent LinkedIn post asked whether or not there is too much hype surrounding cloud computing. Of course, the answer is yes, especially for IT professionals who are suckers for “new terminology” and the repackaging of “old ideas.”
Bring Your Own Device—Are We There Yet?Outside of niche industries, no one has questioned having a company purchase and control the hardware and software that employees use to do their jobs. With more people having computers outside of the work environment and the widespread use of mobile devices, it is time to revisit that idea.
Please Turn Off All Portable Electronic Devices?Turning off personal electronic devices during takeoff and landing has long been a source of annoyance for air travelers. The Federal Aviation Administration announced that it is considering whether that policy is really necessary, and they want to know what you think.
How to Hold On to Your Job during a MergerAlthough there is no sure way to survive a merger, there are many things you can do to hold on to your job. From knowing how to deal with office politics to being a team player, there are several ways you can significantly improve the odds that your job is secure.
Translating the Java Programming Language Into a Giant Party Java creatively reveals what it means to live the "Java Life" through a video that boasts Java's superiority, while taking some shots at their competition. No matter your preferred programming language, these guys make it look fun.
How You and DevOps Can Help Restore U.S. Financial Stability

The SEC wants your input on how to prevent errors in mission-critical systems, “including those that are used to automatically generate and route orders, match trades, confirm transactions, and disseminate data.” It's time for the agency to take a lesson from DevOps.