5 Hottest Software Development Trends of 2016
Posted January 6th, 2016
Having long-term success as an IT professional requires you to anticipate new developments and stay ahead of the pace of change. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of the five hottest software development trends in 2016. When you decide to pick up new skills, these are the areas to focus on:
Mobile Development
It’s no secret that mobile devices are now a primary tool for accessing the Internet and essential apps. But the rapid rise of mobile platforms has left many companies scrambling to adapt their offering to these newer, smaller formats. They are actively recruiting professionals who have experience designing mobile websites and developing apps for iOS and Android.
Big Data
The promise and potential of big data have finally been realized, but the sheer scope of these new capabilities creates a lot of new tech challenges. Gathering the data is relatively easy, but storing, analyzing, and securing it still presents a lot of problems. As a result, there is high demand for professionals with experience in data analysis and computer systems analysis.
Cloud Computing
Essentially all new technologies now include some kind of cloud component, and that increasingly includes enterprise IT. The benefits of the cloud are well understood, but security and accessibility remain troubling issues. Companies are particularly interested in hiring IT pros who can address these security issues while seamlessly integrating the cloud further into existing IT systems.
DevOps Software Development
The quickly growing field of DevOps seeks to bridge the gap between development and operations. The goal is to anticipate problems in advance and troubleshoot solutions faster in order to improve the overall experience for users. Any company involved in software development (a huge number to be sure) is now pursuing a DevOps strategy and looking for professionals with this rare skill set.
UI Engineering
Given the rise of mobile computing and the ever-expanding boundaries of the Internet, the sheer number of interfaces users are exposed to is staggering. UI engineers are tasked with making these interfaces as intuitive, efficient, and appealing as possible so that users can get from point A to point B as quickly and easily as possible. As companies increasingly start to develop enterprise apps and grow their presence online, they will be looking to recruit armies of qualified UI engineers.
How does your skill set compare to the trends of 2016? If you have the credentials that employers are looking for, you’re poised to take a step up the ladder. Rely on the team at Bayside Solutions to help you take that step faster.
