Android Auto Backup and Your Developer Workflow
AndroidAuto Backup is a nifty feature introduced in Android 6.0 (23) that allows users to have the data from their apps backed up onto...
Core Graphics, Part 1: In the Beginning
iOS MacCore Graphics, also known by its marketing name "Quartz," is one of the oldest graphics-related APIs on the platforms. Quartz forms the foundation of...
Why Do JavaScript Test Frameworks Use describe() and beforeEach()?
Front-End Full-Stack WebWhy do the most popular JavaScript testing frameworks use the same peculiar API: `describe()`, `beforeEach()`, and `it()`? Why not just call your tests `test()`?...
Digging into the Swift compiler: Nerdcamp is the Shovel
iOSLearn how to be more proficient with Swift by using the Compiler. Big Nerd Ranch shares lessons learned from nerdcamp.
It Looks Like You Are Trying to Use a Framework
iOS MacTake a deep dive into the internals of iOS frameworks and learn how to best use (and not use) frameworks for cleaner, faster code...
Is VueJS’ Weex a Suitable Alternative to React Native?
Front-End Full-Stack WebAs consultants, it is part of our job to recommend technologies for our clients to use on their projects. In deciding whether or not...
Big Nerd Ranch Named as Top 5 UX Agency in Atlanta
Big Nerd Ranch landed a spot on the highly respected Top UX Designers in Atlanta list recently published by Clutch.
Don’t Over React! Rendering Binary Data
Front-End Full-Stack WebWith modern browser APIs, handling large binary files is safe and effective.
The Basic Parts of a Mobile App
Clients Leveling UpHave you ever wondered what goes into a mobile app that you use on your smartphone? Wonder no more! There’s no magic to the...
Aligning with the Rest of the Organization: A Few Tips for Tech Leaders
ClientsHow can tech leaders create alignment between their group and the rest of the business organization? We covered this and more in a live...
Our Approach to User Experience Design
DesignThe Design team is responsible for ensuring that the product meets and exceeds the needs of the users. This, in turn, helps our clients...
Design Discovery Overview
DesignAt Big Nerd Ranch, the Discovery phase of a project is an important step in determining the best path forward for the design and...
