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Plumelo Team • 06 Mar 2025

Finding the Right Front-end Framework for Modern Web Development

In the world of web development, there always seems to be a new “game-changing” framework that's being released. Developers end up bouncing between options like caffeinated ping-pong balls. We’re not going to compare frameworks here. Instead, we’ll explore how the evolution of front-end development has led us to a crossroads. We’ll also uncover why sometimes the best tool isn’t the most popular one but the one that lets you create the exact web application that you want.

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Plumelo Team • 19 Mar 2025

Microservices vs. Monoliths - Why Starting Simple Makes Sense

In this article, we’ll explore why starting a “majestic monolith” often makes more business sense, when microservices might be the right choice, and how to make this crucial architectural decision for your project.

Plumelo Team • 06 Mar 2025

When Software Fails - The Importance of Code Coverage

In 2012, Knight Capital [lost $440 million in just 45 minutes due to a software glitch. The cause? During a software update, one of their eight servers didn't receive the new code, and the untested combination of new and old code created a cascade of erroneous trades. This incident, which nearly bankrupted the company, demonstrates how untested code configurations can lead to catastrophic failures.

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Plumelo Team • 06 Mar 2025

Why Kanban Could Be Your Answer to Project Management Chaos

If you’ve tried different project management methods, you know that finding the right approach can feel like a neverending experiment. The problem with most methods is that they either provide too much structure or not enough. Let’s take a look at what’s out there and why they might not be giving you the results you need. By the end of this article, you’ll have a better understanding of what it takes to keep your team on track and deliver great results, without all the headache and hassle. We’ll also discuss why we ultimately decided to opt for Kanban as our main framework.

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Plumelo Team • 06 Mar 2025

Running Your Company’s Infrastructure on Open Source Technologies

In this guide (Article 1 of a series), we’ll break down exactly what you have to know about leveraging open source technologies to build better software for your business.

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Olivia Rhye • 18 Jan 2024

Great UX design boosts satisfaction, engagement, and business success.

A well-crafted UX design isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity for software success. In this post, we explore why investing in great user experience can drive user satisfaction, boost engagement, and ultimately transform your business.

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