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Is your business data forward enough to capitalize on what’s coming?

CIO

Being in IT has never been just about technology. For us, its about driving growth, innovation and engagement through data and technology while keeping our eyes firmly on the business outcomes. Early in our careers, we both made the mistake of getting caught up in the day-to-day tasks keeping the lights on, troubleshooting issues and maintaining operations.

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Reimagining Agile: Passing the baton

Agile Alliance

Agile Alliance announces it has taken over the ongoing effort to reimagine Agile, building on the foundation laid by the Reimagining Agile Launch Group. The post Reimagining Agile: Passing the baton first appeared on Agile Alliance.

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GenAI Patterns: Fine Tuning

Martin Fowler

While RAG is the most common way to focus a foundation model on material outside its training set, Bharani Subramaniam and I now finish our current batch of patterns by examining our experience with Fine Tuning where we learned to prioritize curating high-quality data.

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Google just made AI coding assistance free for everyone - with very generous limits

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

With 180,000 completions per month and deep IDE integration, Gemini Code Assist could change how developers write and review code. Here's what you need to know.

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How to Achieve High-Accuracy Results When Using LLMs

Speaker: Ben Epstein, Stealth Founder & CTO | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO, Aggregage

When tasked with building a fundamentally new product line with deeper insights than previously achievable for a high-value client, Ben Epstein and his team faced a significant challenge: how to harness LLMs to produce consistent, high-accuracy outputs at scale. In this new session, Ben will share how he and his team engineered a system (based on proven software engineering approaches) that employs reproducible test variations (via temperature 0 and fixed seeds), and enables non-LLM evaluation m

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How to store your Docker registry credentials in 1Password using a credential helper

Xebia

In the blog you will see how you can store the Docker registry credentials in 1Password. I want to do this because I am in the process of removing all clear text credentials from the configuration files, into 1Password. Docker Registry Credentials Docker normally keeps all credentials for container registries stored in ~/.docker/config.json, as shown below: { "auths": { "ghcr.io": { "auth": "bXlsb25ndXNlcm5hbWU6YXZlcnlsb25ncGFzc3dvcmQ=" } } } As you can see, the c

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20 years working on the same software product

Successful Software

I released version 1 of my table seating planning software , PerfectTablePlan, in February 2005. 20 years ago this month. It was a different world. A world of Windows, shareware and CDs. A lot has changed since then, but PerfectTablePlan is now at version 7 and still going strong. PerfectTablePlan v1 PerfectTablePlan v7 I have released several other products since then, and done some training and consulting, but PerfectTablePlan remains my most successful product.

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The False Dichotomy of Merit and Inclusion

Harvard Business Review

To fairly reward talent in all its forms, companies need to remove barriers that prevent people’s potential and contributions from being recognized.

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Why Gmail is replacing SMS codes with QR codes - and what it means for you

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

With SMS an unsecure method of authentication, Google is eyeing a more robust solution with QR codes.

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Are you ready for MLOps? 🫵

Xebia

Introduction MLOps has survived the hype cycle and is gaining in maturity. But are we looking at MLOps for answers for the right things? No matter how valuable MLOps can be for you, without proper building blocks in place MLOps cannot live up to its full potential. What are the prerequisites for MLOps? What parts of MLOps should you focus on? When should you even start thinking about MLOps, or when is plain DevOps wiser to focus on first?

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.

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Bridging the gap between mainframe data and hybrid cloud environments

CIO

A high hurdle many enterprises have yet to overcome is accessing mainframe data via the cloud. According to a study from Rocket Software and Foundry , 76% of IT decision-makers say challenges around accessing mainframe data and contextual metadata are a barrier to mainframe data usage, while 64% view integrating mainframe data with cloud data sources as the primary challenge.

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Symantec Endpoint Security Complete Earns 100% in SE Labs' 2024 Enterprise Advanced Security Test

Symantec

SESC catches every single move in real-world attack simulations

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AI Agents Are Changing How People Shop. Here’s What That Means for Brands.    

Harvard Business Review

What retail companies need to know about AI agent optimization.

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If COBOL is so problematic, why does the US government still use it?

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

If you've gotten cash from an ATM, you've interacted with a COBOL-based system. Here's why this old programming language will probably outlive us all.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketers Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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Automating Azure Databricks SCIM Provisioning with Terraform

Xebia

Great news! Automatic Identity Management is almost available for Azure. You can read more about it in Databricks’ announcement blog. Until then, the recommended approach is to use the Azure Entra ID SCIM Enterprise app for one-way automatic synchronization of users in a group. However, SCIM provisioning has several drawbacks compared to the upcoming Automatic Identity Management solution: Feature Automatic identity management SCIM provisioning Sync delay Instant Sync every 40 min Sync use

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How CIOs can help the future suck less than the present

CIO

CIOs who want to prosper in the future must escape a less-than-celebrated present. Technology in general has slipped out of favor. Science fiction has been taken over by dystopia and apocalyptic scenarios. Public discourse frequently devolves into argumentation over end times. Everyone appears to think that the future is going to suck. Long gone are the good feelings engendered by IT enabling the remote work that kept food on the table and the economy going during the pandemic.

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The CEO Agenda: 5 Critical Priorities Shaping Business in 2025

IDC

CEOs are focused on five critical areas that will define business success in the coming years as organizations navigate economic uncertainty, technological disruption, and shifting regulatory landscapes. From automation and AI-driven transformation to ESG and customer experience, todays leaders are making strategic investments to ensure long-term resilience and growth.

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5 Gen AI Myths Holding Sales and Marketing Teams Back

Harvard Business Review

Myth 1: The technology is only useful at the initial stages of identifying customers.

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Revolutionize QA: GAPs AI-Driven Accelerators for Smarter, Faster Testing

GAP's AI-Driven QA Accelerators revolutionize software testing by automating repetitive tasks and enhancing test coverage. From generating test cases and Cypress code to AI-powered code reviews and detailed defect reports, our platform streamlines QA processes, saving time and resources. Accelerate API testing with Pytest-based cases and boost accuracy while reducing human error.

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4 Pixel phone tricks every user should know - including my favorite

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

Pixel Call Assist doesn't just help block spam anymore. Google's added calling features to please everyone - even if you hate talking on the phone.

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SSE: What They Won’t Tell You (But I Will)

Symantec

Part 2 of 3: Youll need SSE to deliver more than security

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Salesforce and Google expand partnership to bring Agentforce, Gemini together

CIO

Salesforce and Google expanded their strategic partnership on Monday to enable Salesforce customers to use Google Gemini to build Salesforce Agentforce AI agents and to deploy Salesforce on Google Cloud. The partners said the new agreement will give customers more choice in the models and capabilities they use to build and deploy AI agents, noting that customers will be able to develop AI solutions tailored to their specific needs while avoiding lock-in to AI model providers.

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Gemini Code Assist Goes Free: What DevOps Teams Need to Know About Google’s AI Coding Tool

DevOps.com

Google launches free version of Gemini Code Assist with 90x more completions than competitors, offering AI-powered coding and GitHub reviews for individuals and teams.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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AI’s Growing Waste Problem—and How to Solve It

Harvard Business Review

To deal with the mountains of hardware being used and discarded in the AI boom, companies need to embrace the circular economy.

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This $300 Motorola has a better display and battery life than iPhone 16e - at half the price

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

The Moto G Power (2025) undercuts the competition with its 6.8-inch Full HD+ display and multi-day battery life.

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There Are 7 Potential CEOs in Your Organization. Are You One of Them?

CEO Insider

I still remember the moment vividly: I was sitting at a table during a sold-out conference, scanning the articles sent in advance. One caught my eye & I paused. Did I read that right? It was just a brief mention, but it struck a chord: In any given organization, there are seven potential CEOs. Those […] The post There Are 7 Potential CEOs in Your Organization.

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Why AI On-Premises Means Big Bottom-line Advantages in the Long-run

CIO

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at a pivotal moment, as more businesses realize that the best place for their AI operations might not be the cloud, but on their own premises. The choice between on-premises AIpopularly known as private AIand a cloud-based approach is now less about if and more about when, as companies recognize the benefits of a private AI infrastructure.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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How to Build an AI Agent: A Step-by-Step Guide

Openxcell

In today’s technology-driven world, machines do more than follow commandsthey think, learn, and adapt intelligently. From chatbots handling customer interactions to AI-driven automation organizing business operations, intelligent agents are transforming the way we work and live. According to AI business , by 2025 , AI-powered agents are expected to drive 95% of customer interactions, reducing operational costs by 30%.

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Use the STAR Interview Method to Land Your Next Job

Harvard Business Review

What it is, when to use it, and how to craft responses with clear, compelling, and memorable examples.

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Download your Kindle books right now - Amazon is killing this option in a few days

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

The clock is ticking for Kindle users. After February 2025, a long-standing feature disappears. Will this change how you buy and store digital books? Read on to find out.

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