We recently debugged a seemingly simple test failure. Here's what we uncovered in the process, what we learned, and how you can examine a similar issue.
Insights from Debugging a "Simple" Test Failure
22 Feb 2017
Should You Hire a Full-Time Developer, Agency, or Freelancer?
20 Feb 2017
You're short on development resource. What's your next step? Here's a few questions to discover if you should hire a development agency, freelance developer, or full-time employee.
What’s a Design Sprint? (And How Can it Help You?)
15 Feb 2017
What if you could identify and answer critical business questions through design, prototype a solution, and deploy it to a real audience – all in one week? Believe it or not, it can be done. This is the concept behind the efficient, highly focused, and exciting design sprint.
Debating a Rails 5 Update? Here's 3 Reasons You Shouldn't Wait
7 Feb 2017
Considering an update to Rails 5? Here's 3 reasons you shouldn't wait to upgrade to a new version of Rails.
Outsourcing a Web Development Project? Read This First
3 Feb 2017
Outsourcing a new web development project? Here's a quick guide to everything you need to know to get the most accurate estimate from outside agencies. No more running around in circles on endless conference calls and email threads for weeks. Cut to the chase and get that project started ASAP.
2016 Year in Review
30 Jan 2017
For the 2016 YIR, we decided to celebrate and critique the previous 20 years of the World Wide Web. Animated gifs, table-based layouts, Comic Sans, oh my!
WTF is a SWAG?
30 Jan 2017
SWAG is the first step in a web development partnership – and we don’t mean style. See what questions we ask ourselves and our potential clients before calculating our ballpark project estimates.
How New Eyes can Refresh a Stale Project
24 Jan 2017
In our initial calls with potential design partners, one of the first phrases we often hear is: I think we just need a fresh set of eyes on this project. Here's a few reasons outside perspectives are beneficial for refreshing a tired design.
3 Useful Lessons from Installing Thinking Sphinx on Engine Yard
19 Jan 2017
Installing Thinking Sphinx on Engine Yard soon? Here's a few helpful tips to navigate through the process.
6 Reasons Not to Hire Planet Argon
10 Jan 2017
We’ve partnered with incredible companies in dozens of different verticals: subscription snack services, spin studios, event venues, and technology companies, just to name a few. Our redesign and development abilities translate beyond one industry. But we aren’t the right fit for every project. Here are six reasons you shouldn't hire Planet Argon. It's not you, it's us.