.NET vs. Java: What is the Best Technology for Software Development?

Zach Gardner .NET, Java, Keyhole, Videos Leave a Comment

Have you ever wondered why some companies remain committed to Java while others thrive with .NET? As technology rapidly evolves, making the right choice in software development becomes more crucial than ever. Since 2008, Keyhole Software has been at the forefront of these shifts, working extensively with both .NET and Java. With our deep expertise in both platforms, we approach …

The Ultimate Python Performance Playbook: Tips to Boost Speed and Scalability

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If you’re struggling with sluggish Python applications, you’re not alone—slow response times can frustrate users and hinder overall performance. At Keyhole Software, we excel at transforming underperforming Python applications into high-speed, efficient systems. Leveraging advanced performance testing and optimization techniques, we ensure your applications not only meet but exceed user expectations. Here’s how Keyhole’s expert team can elevate your Python …

Improve Python App Performance with Continuous Profiling

Improve Python App Performance with Continuous Profiling

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Has your Python application been running a bit slow lately? We’ve all been there! Luckily, continuous profiling can help you catch those sneaky performance issues before they slow everything down. It’s like having a constant health check for your code. In this blog, we’ll explain how continuous profiling works—and why it’s a game-changer for keeping your Python apps fast and …

Foundations of SAFe: Part II (Core Principles)

The Foundations of SAFe: Part II (Core Principles)

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Welcome back to Part II of our series covering Scaled Agile Framework. As a quick refresher, I’m a lead consultant at Keyhole Software, and for the past year, I’ve been helping my client adopt SAFe methodologies and practices. I’ve certainly learned a lot, and I want to share that knowledge with you.

Last time in Part I, I gave an overview of SAFe and discussed the four core values: Alignment, Transparency, Respect for People, and Relentless Improvement. Today, we’ll dive a little deeper, talking through SAFe’s ten core principles. Next time in the third and final installment, we’ll take a practical look at the pros and cons of SAFe and some tips for implementing it.

The Fundamentals of SAFe - Part 1: Overview and Core Values

The Foundations of SAFe: Part I (Overview + Values)

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For several years, I have been a lead software engineer for one of Keyhole’s clients. More recently in the last year, they started a journey to implement SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) methodologies and practices. If you are new to or have not heard of SAFe, this short, three-part blog series will give you the perfect launch pad.

In Part I (this post), I’ll give a high-level overview and then we’ll walk through SAFe’s four core values. In Part II, we’ll dive into its ten core principles. In the final installment (Part III), we’ll discuss the benefits and drawbacks and then we’ll get a bit more practical. I’ll teach you how it can be used for small teams, some key points a developer should know, and some considerations for if SAFe is right for your organization and teams.