Ruse Game
Posted by namit | Filed under Technology
An admirable demonstration of the new real-time strategy game, Ruse, published by Ubisoft and developed by Eugen Systems. The video is on an impressive touch table interface. The game is anticipated to be release on PC (yeah..), Xbox 360 and Playstation 3.
Microsoft Sustainability
Posted by namit | Filed under Inspirational, Technology
The incredible presentation of what could be the future technology in 2019 according to Microsoft. A work prepared by the Microsoft R&D showing the combination of touch and digital paper. More images and video in the future is added.
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Is There a Better Way for Confirming Passwords?
Posted by namit | Filed under Online Strategy, Technology
The defining characteristic of a password field is that it abstracts text as dots. While the intention of this behavior is understandable (it makes users feel secure and protects from prying eyes), the unintended effect is that it creates a usability problem. Users can’t tell if they’ve entered a password incorrectly until after the site’s validation informs them. It’s like typing with your eyes closed.
The most common solution for the password field problem on registration pages is to require people to confirm their password in a second field. Again, the intention is understandable (it cuts down on mistakes), but the reality is that sites are requiring people to deal with two password fields. Here’s an example of the common solution with some JavaScript validation:
- Password
- Confirm Password
Software Development: Lean and Agile
Posted by namit | Filed under Technology, Trends
Alex Iskold has a great post on Read/WriteWeb about The Future of Software Development. He does a good job of quickly summarizing the evolution of software development, and why older methods don’t work. In my view, his post title is misleading—he’s really describing the current state of software development for web applications.
Our work with start-ups has pushed us to apply agile methods because requirements change constantly in an evolving business. As we meet new clients, we often go through a similar description of the way software development practices have improved over the years. Some key points from Alex:
