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In a recent post on our blog, I discuss our approach to applying the right technology to any given web project. After years of working with many languages, platforms and techniques, I realize that all technologies have benefits and shortfalls. However, the the question remains - "Which is best?" or does it even matter?
I would love to hear from you about how this same theory applies to your business processes or tools you use for projects. Share your comments on our blog or email me at frank@totera.com.
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Choosing the right technology for your next web project
Should your next website or software app use PHP, ASP, AJAX, JavaScript, Flash, or another technology that you've just heard about? Should it be hosted on your LAMP or Windows server, or reside in "The Cloud?"
I recently had a friend pursuing his entrepreneurial spirit who wanted advice on how to create a new interactive website. He has a fantastic idea and some basic understanding about current Internet technologies and asked if he should use a wiki, blog, HTML, custom PHP, or an out-of-the-box solution to run his website.
Over the years I have had many clients come to me with technology questions. Some people read an article and get very excited about the "Technology Du Jour" when their time would be better spent focusing on the user experience and scope of the project lifespan. Others get very involved in the technical details, when defining the big picture would address their concerns.
When approaching a new project, as developers, we always keep the user experience in mind. We first focus on what the project is trying to accomplish and then determine about how to get it done later.
We build software in stages and add features as we go. I encourage this approach for any project that does not require a big rollout or specific launch date for a "finished" product. We systematically build momentum by achieving small milestones without getting bogged down with the details.
I would like to know how other businesses manage similar projects...
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