Python is not a joke

I remember the common wisdom among my former .Net developers colleagues regarding Python and it was like… “ok, that’s kind of toy like PHP, something for freaks…..”. The first language supported by Google App Engine is Python. Maybe...

Agile software development in the OSL

Now in the Oficina de Software Libre, I am the architect and we’re defining the methodologies for the next projects we’re starting. They are software for the university. The main methodology is going to be Test Driven Development which is not tight to any...

My new job rocks

The idea for this year was mostly to work for my own, in my micro-ISV. However, my friends at Universidad de La Laguna made me an offer that I couldn’t decline. I am now a member of OSL (Oficina del Software Libre) which is the Open Source consulting group here...

Did you know about the Linux Foundation?

I certainly didn’t till now. Check out the web of the Linux Foundation. I think it is very important to have so many people defining Linux standards. To fix and address standards is crucial for the quality of software in my opinion. I got this site looking for...

The Business of Software

Are you an entrepreneur? Tired of your job? Are you a developer thinking of starting your new software company? If so, you must read Eric Sink’s book: The Business of Software. I’ve just finished reading this VERY interesting book oriented to those...