One thing certain about software development is this: change is fast-paced. New trends emerge faster than we know, and it is best to keep up lest we get left behind by the quick pace with which technology evolves. This article will look at the rising trends in software technology.
Trends to Watch Out For
Let’s look at some of the upcoming trends in software development.
No-Code and Low-Code Software Development
Many people believe that to develop software, advanced skills and knowledge of coding and programming are needed. Moreover, the fast-paced environment that we are in demands results faster than we can provide it. The advent of No-Code and Low-Code programming aims to address this difficulty.
No-Code Software
As the name suggests, the No-Code software gives you the platform to develop software without technically having to create or generate codes yourself. Instead, pre-made codes are available as a graphical user interface from which you can start and create the software you visualize. As it requires no advanced coding knowledge, this becomes appealing to visionaries and those who are still new in the field but would like to dive right in.
Low Code Software
On the other hand, Low-Code software entails a more technical approach and requires some programming work, but it provides shortcuts for quicker development. While it requires basic coding knowledge, it still provides an alternative to heavier, complex coding that may seem daunting.
Cloud Computing
One of the recent changes that accelerated the development of technology is telecommuting. Most industries have moved to remote work set-up, ushering in the era of cloud computing. While this is not entirely new, the shift in work set-up has significantly scaled its utilization. Cloud computing uses remote servers on the internet rather than on local hardware or a local server as the data repository. This technology is a good solution for people who work remotely, providing ease of access and convenience to the users. Moreover, it assures data integrity and eliminates worries of data crashes due to hardware malfunction.
Data Security
As we strengthen our online presence, the more our information becomes available online, the more pressing the need to protect our data better. Security threats come in many forms nowadays, from simple malware to perilous social engineering, leading to a continuing upward trend in data protection and security. Simple anti-virus software is no longer enough and must be augmented by more sophisticated software designed specifically to address the users’ needs.
Artificial Intelligence
Service personalization is at the forefront nowadays, and in achieving this, analysis of large chunks of data is needed faster and more efficiently. This need paved the way for heavier reliance on artificial intelligence—a promising technology developed further to be more receptive to people’s needs. It won’t come as a surprise if more of our daily and repetitive functions are delivered via artificial intelligence.
Blockchain
With data theft and the ingenuity of no-good hackers, people are looking for a more secure repository of information or data. It is in this respect that Blockchain gains an edge. This technology provides a method of storing or recording data or information in a manner that is difficult to be altered or accessed by those who are not authorized to do so. It works by classifying different data points on a transaction on different “blocks,” which are then replicated several times. If there is malicious intent to alter one of the “blocks” and it succeeds, the system will not accept it since it will not match the others in the series. This system is what makes it a go-to for most businesses.
Extended Reality
Extended reality is a collective term for immersive technologies that allow people to discover, collaborate, and develop ideas for computer-generated landscapes ranging from gaming to virtual production. There are three elements of extended reality:
- Virtual reality
- Augmented reality
- Mixed reality
Virtual reality
This technology aims to simulate actual environments and have the user experience them. It aims to make the experience as nearer to reality as possible. The initial application was in gaming, but now it has applications in education.
Augmented reality
This technology aims to enhance the real-world experience by heavily engaging the other sensory stimuli.
Mixed reality
This technology is where reality meets the virtual world – and provides an experience that showcases both. Mixed reality opens possibilities in many fields where interactions can further be enhanced and elevated.
Internet of Things (IoT)
This innovation has been a buzzword in recent years. The Internet of Things is about the network of physical, tangible objects containing sensors and similar technologies used to collect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet. Reliance on IoT for an efficient day-to-day life becomes heavier as innovation on this front becomes more and more refined.
Conclusion
There are many things to be excited about regarding software development, and one thing is for sure, as you are reading this right now, another innovation is breaking through. The question now is – are we ready to catch up?