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What is the real difference between DevOps/DataOps?
2 days ago by Gerry DarleyWhat is the real difference between DevOps/DataOps?I'm increasingly seeing cross over between the two disciplines - why do you think this is happening?DevOps changed the way we develop software, Da...
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Are you setting yourself up to be disappointed when searching for a freelancer?
2 days ago by David ArkinstallFreelancers are often brought in either as a last resort or to fulfill a particular requirement.Something I hear a lot is “if I’m paying this much for someone, I don’t want to compromise.”This appr...
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What's the state of the Dutch Tech Scene & Why?
2 months agoWhen speaking to a lot of our clients, the same question keeps popping up...How's the Tech hiring scene looking right now in Amsterdam?Our Answer - Busy!We've been analysing why this is given the ...
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Amsterdam; The Tech EcoSystem that keeps growing & growing
3 months ago by Lewis BellAs a startup ecosystem, the Netherlands is growing rapidly and is a great place for startups from every sector imaginable. Startups created over 109,000 jobs for people in the Netherlands and 25,0...
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Code reviews within a Production Environment are the responsibility of a DevOps Engineer, not a Developer
3 months ago by Gerry DarleySome programmers still struggle to identify the extent of code reviews' value and their place within a team's workflow. However, as Devops Engineers are ultimately responsible for any production i...
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Interested in reducing your AWS Bill?
4 months ago by Gerry DarleyA few tips I've been given by my Network (Part 1)I often hear from clients and candidates about customers who've fallen into a trap of knocking up big bills from not using AWS services correctly:...
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Stuck on what research to do as prep for an interview?
5 months ago by Lewis BellIt's a very common piece of advice to give to candidates for them to'do their research'before an interview in order to prepare, but sometimes this can be a little vague and candidates don't know w...
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How can a Devops Engineer save money using Azure?
6 months ago by Gerry DarleyHow can a Devops Engineer save money using Azure?1 - Shutting down Azure VM’s correctly2 - Using Azure DevTestLabs effectively 1) Just like the annoying person accidentally leaving a light on (guil...
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Getting it right as a first-time freelancer
7 months ago by David ArkinstallTaking the leap and starting your freelance career is like setting up any other business, it's a time filled with excitement, but it can be daunting. You’ve made your decision for all of the right...
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Some Things To Consider When Choosing A Recruiter
7 months ago by Charlie OverendFinding a new role can be stressful, whether it's born out of necessity or simply searching for that new challenge! Fortunately, an industry exists that should help this process go a little smooth...
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5 Most Common Pitfalls Of Establishing CI/CD Pipelines
8 months ago by Gerry DarleyHow can you create an effective CI/CD pipeline?Devops may be one of the haziest terms in software development, but most of us agree that five activities make devops what it is: continuous integrati...
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Freelancers: The secret to growing your startup
8 months ago by Tom BakerYour tech startup has just received its first round of funding and you’ve been given the go-ahead to scale. It’s the decision you and your team have been dreaming about and it’s finally here. By al...
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How to Boss the Negotiation Phase of Your Recruitment Pipeline!
8 months ago by Tom PageThe Negotiation Norm The negotiation stage is unarguably one of the most important parts of the application process. As the employer, you want to be careful not to overspend or cause rifts with...
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We need to talk about CV Duplication
9 months ago by David ArkinstallThe world of freelancing is more competitive than ever, and it is becoming clear in the Netherlands that there is a supply surplus for freelance developers. You only have to look at the job boards ...
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How to Make Your CV Stand Out
9 months ago by Huw SensierApplying for a new job? The first thing you need to do is make sure your CV stands out from the crowd. While a well-presented CV arguably isn't as valuable as an awesome GitHub repo or smas...
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But Isn’t Infrastructure Always Critical?
9 months ago by Gerry DarleyOur current circumstances have only highlighted that strength of infrastructure can sustain flexibility (and productivity) in companies. Now, more than ever, the need for both development and op...
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Netherlands Announced As Most Competitive Country!
over 1 year ago by Tom PageThe Netherlands was recently announced as the most competitive country in Europe, overtaking economies such as Germany and Switzerland. The WEF Global Competivieness Report, which ranks 141 econ...
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Another Record-Breaking Year In The Netherlands
over 1 year ago by Tom Page2018 was another record-breaking year in the Netherlands startup scene. The number of "fast-growing" companies in the Netherlands has doubled in the last 4 years - a massive testament to the thr...
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Is Your Application Process Up To Scratch
over 1 year ago by Tom PageWe're all too aware of how competitive the Tech talent market is right now in the Netherlands. However, despite this fact, I still see many companies not maximising their chances of securing the ca...
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Amsterdam's Tech Ecocystem makes up 13% of the Dutch job market
almost 2 years ago by Tom PageAccording to a news report by Dealroom.co that was commissioned by StartupAmsterdam, the Technology sector in Amsterdam makes up 13% of the total job market in Amsterdam, despite the fact that the ...
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