Request Testing in Vapor, Part 1
Back-End Full-Stack WebVapor includes many features out of the box for writing great web apps. You may not realize it, but it also includes great support...
An Introduction to Kotlin on Android
AndroidGoogle surprised many at its 2017 I/O keynote by introducing (https://kotlinlang.org/) as a first-party language. This day has been long-awaited at Big Nerd Ranch—we've...
Google I/O 2017: AI, Democratized
AndroidGoogle has made a lot of interesting announcements at this year's Google I/O. Here's what we're most excited about.
Android O: Get Ready for Adaptive Icons
Android DesignWith the introduction of the Android O preview, we've gotten a look at how Google intends to tidy up the home screen through Adaptive...
The Effectiveness of Job Stories
Clients DesignA famous economist once said about consumers, “People don’t want a 1/4 inch drill. They want a 1/4 inch hole.” While not formally a...
Clash of the Coders: 2017 Winners
After a grueling 72-hour competition, our Clash of the Coders 2017 projects are complete and the results are in. With only a few points...
5 Questions to Ask Before You Train Your Team
ClientsInvesting in your team’s professional development is a great way to attract talent, increase performance levels, and sustain your competitive advantage. But the success...
Sixth Annual Clash of the Coders
The time has come… Clash of the Coders is nearly here. This three-day competition is designed to encourage our Nerds to explore new technologies,...
From Coding Bootcamp to Full-Time Developer… A Journey to Big Nerd Ranch
AndroidThe journey to the tech industry isn't always from Point A to Point B. In fact, it often involves many twists and turns (and...
tvOS Games, Part 1: Using the Game Controller Framework
iOSIf you want to write a game for tvOS, it starts with understanding what the controllers can do for you. In the first of...
Designing for Highly Specialized Usage Environments
Clients DesignIn most scenarios, designers can make accurate assumptions about a user’s typical environment; however, highly specialized users and environments require us to rethink and...
Making Accessibility More Accessible, Part 2
iOS Leveling UpMaking your apps accessibile is hard work, especially when dealing with Accessibility Traits. Discover a straightforward way of handling it, and then another more...
