Share Email If you’re thinking about launching a new software product or business solution, you might hear the term “API” a lot. But what exactly is an API, and how does it actually work to integrate software? Whether you’re a developer, a business owner, or just a curious tech enthusiast, understanding APIs is essential because […]
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Share Email If you’ve ever evaluated software, you’ve likely seen vendors list security certifications like SOC 2, ISO 27001, or HIPAA compliance. But what do these badges actually mean, and why should they matter when you’re building custom software? These certifications signal that an organization adheres to rigorous security and privacy best practices, validated by
Share Email No-code tools are democratizing development. When smartphones first hit the market, you’d need to know at least one programming language to create an app. Today? No-code tools give everyone the opportunity to create and launch an app without writing a single line of code. At Vertical Motion, we get lots of questions about
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Share Email Generally, updates create a demand for maintenance, which tends to create technical debt. How you accumulate that debt will partially depend on whether you have a native, hybrid, or progressive web app. Here’s a brief overview of the difference: Native apps are built specifically for the mobile device’s operating system. OS and app
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Share Email At Vertical Motion, we recommend that you update your app at least once every six months – but you might need to make updates more often than that depending on the complexity of your app. In fact, we recommend allocating 10-20% of your initial development budget to maintenance. Why? Ongoing maintenance keeps technical
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Share Tweet Email In today’s digital age, the widespread development and adoption of mobile apps have fundamentally transformed how we manage nearly every aspect of our lives. Thanks to the continuous advancement of technology, mobile apps cater to virtually every need imaginable, from banking transactions to food delivery, learning new languages to shopping online, and
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Since launching in May 2003, WordPress has emerged as a leading open-source web content management system, powering 43% of internet websites and 65% of content management systems, according to W3Techs. However, with the recent rise of alternative web development software such as Wix, Squarespace, and Shopify, entrepreneurs and business owners face the difficult task of
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Software applications over the last decade have become increasingly valuable in the operations of businesses, where they serve as a crucial tool for optimizing employee productivity, enhancing customer experiences, and driving revenue growth. However, developing such software applications can be a resource-intensive process, requiring significant investments of time and money. In fact, the costs of
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According to early 2023 research, the internet is home to nearly 200 million active websites worldwide. With 71% of businesses now online and new websites built every 3 seconds, having a web presence is no longer sufficient for keeping businesses competitive in the digital age. So what can organizations do to differentiate themselves from their
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If you’re ready for a new or updated website, you need a developer who can cover all the bases, providing a responsive and clean website to suit your needs. Vertical Motion is fluent in HTML, PHP, ASP, .NET, ASP.NET, and CSS, adept at integrating popular script libraries, from open source to proprietary. Our developers can
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