Development

The dark side of the beloved Python

The schism between Python 2.x and 3.x and other deficiencies frustrate its enthusiastic developer community

By Paul Krill | 25 March, 2013 10:17

Tags: application development, python, GitHub, software

Choosing an open-source CMS, part 3: Why we use WordPress

In the third part of a three-part series, we look at two organizations that have chosen WordPress as their content management system.

By Robert L. Mitchell | 27 February, 2013 12:34

Tags: open source, cms, Gartner, e-commerce, software, e-business, internet

Choosing an open-source CMS, part 2: Why we use Joomla

In the second part of a three-part series, we look at two companies that have chosen Joomla as their content management system.

By Robert L. Mitchell | 19 February, 2013 11:47

Tags: open source, cms, e-commerce, Open Source Matters, software, e-business, internet

Choosing an open-source CMS, part 1: Why we use Drupal

In the first part of a three-part series, we look at two companies that have chosen Drupal as their content management system.

By Robert L. Mitchell | 13 February, 2013 12:36

Tags: web apps, cms, e-commerce, e-business, internet

Brendan Eich tells how to prevent JavaScript memory leaks

The JavaScript founder details where developers can go wrong and the straightforward methods to stay on track

By Paul Krill | 17 January, 2013 11:11

Tags: application development, web development, software, javascript

5 dysfunctional IT relationships -- and how to repair them

Sys admins are from Mars, developers are from Venus, and legal is from hell -- here's how to heal friction among IT factions

The Grill: Juan Montes keeps MoMA plugged in

The Museum of Modern Art's CTO, Juan Montes, talks about art, IT and making the world-class museum more participatory.

Showdown: Google's Nexus 7 and $US199 tablet alternatives

Google last week announced its Nexus 7 tablet for US$199, but that isn't the only tablet available at that price. Amazon, Lenovo, Research In Motion and Barnes & Noble also offer $US199 tablets.

Iconia Tab A700 review: Acer's terrific 10.1-inch tablet

Acer's Iconia Tab A700 tablet offers a bright 10.1-in. display and fast performance; it is definitely one to consider.

Beyond BlackBerry: 3 steps to prepare for its demise

It's easy to switch to iOS or even Android, no matter what type of company you are

At first birthday, has Google+ found its niche?

Google+ is hitting a major milestone this week. Google's fledgling social networking has hit its first birthday.

Google Now advances search, aims for Apple's Siri

With its new Google Now smart assistant, Google hopes to take search to another level -- and take on Apple's Siri.

Cloud-based Office tools: Right for you?

When you're adopting cloud software, you need to think about features and functions, of course, as well as the costs involved. But process changes and user training can be even bigger factors. Insider (registration required)

Microsoft, Google, IBM and SalesForce.com heat up PaaS

What do you get when you get four of the biggest Cloud vendors in a room to talk about one of the hottest emerging trends in the industry? Not a whole lot of agreement for one thing.

Surface for Windows RT vs. the iPad

A Windows 8 tablet that's thin, light and easy on power consumption naturally invites comparisons with the iPad, so here goes.

Hadoop becomes critical cog in the big data machine

As more and more companies use Hadoop to handle big data, anticipation for forthcoming Version 2.0 grows

IT execs advised to be contrarians

During the Computerworld Honors event early this month, Jason Palmer had some straightforward advice for executives looking to derive more value from technology: Be a contrarian.

Opinion: Why Microsoft should make its own tablets (and phones and PCs)

It looks like Microsoft plans to build and sell its own tablets, competing with its own partners. Great idea!

Mistakes, heavy competition forces Nokia to reboot

Nokia is betting on camera functionality, navigation technology and further price reductions for its Windows Phone-based products to turn the company around after a round of cost cuts. Breaking Apple's and Samsung's stranglehold on the smartphone market won't be easy, however.

Guide: The new rules for enterprise apps

An insurance company decided to roll out an application for its sales reps. The new app would give them a wider selection of products to offer customers when out in the field. Information on those products was stored in a legacy mainframe system, so the company created a Web interface that let reps query the database to get details on offerings.