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Chief Operating Officer at MindK
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Maxim Churilov 2021-06-07
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The modern recruiting market requires digital solutions to save time and at the same make the hiring process run like clockwork.

Creating an Applicant Tracking System can help you snatch top talent and improve your KPIs.Read a detailed guide to building a modern recruitment system. 

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Maxim Churilov 2021-04-12
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Education is one of the most traditional industries and it is changing nowadays.

Classrooms with a teacher and students don't represent education anymore.

The learning process now tends to leverage EdTech solutions like online classes, learning management systems, and others to make education more effective and accessible.

But how will modern technologies change the way of teaching?

Here at MindK, we did research and found out modern trends which will drive the education sector in 2021.

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Maxim Churilov 2020-12-07
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In a world jam-packed with digital solutions, there should not be the need to talk about the importance of quality assurance.

The competition is too high and there's no room for error.Unfortunately, not all businesses are ready.

Many companies don’t have strong QA professionals and polished testing processes.

Moreover, those who develop solutions in the midst of a crisis lack time and resources but desperately need fast, high-quality results.

Even when everything in your testing processes seems to be fine, there may be hidden problems that act like a ticking time bomb and require a on-time solution.That is where timely QA consulting comes into play.In this article, we reveal the warning signs that show you might be failing to cope with quality assurance and outline what to expect from software testing consultancy in every situation.Read the article...

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Maxim Churilov 2020-08-12
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In December 2018 more than 30 million O2 customers were left without Internet access after an internal update.

A tiny error at the UK telecommunications company caused a nationwide outage and disrupted electronic timetables at London bus stops.This error could’ve been easily avoided with some regression testing.Changes to the application code can introduce unintentional side effects called regressions.

Often, they can affect the app’s functionality or performance.Imagine changing a tire on your car making the steering much harder or breaking your air conditioner.Regression testing is, therefore, aimed at finding issues caused by changes to the code.

It is critical for the overall stability and performance of your app.In practice, this means re-running a select number of old test cases to verify that the new functionality doesn’t break old features (not to be confused with re-testing which is simply running the same tests for the second time after a bug fix to ensure the defect was indeed removed).Among the main benefits of regression testing are:Earlier detection of bugs caused by changes to the system.Focus on building new features instead of reworking old defects.Better UX without unintended side effects.Less unexpected risks.Improved system performance, etc.Now, how do you perform regression testing?

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Maxim Churilov 2021-05-25
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Every day recruiters are flooded with hundreds of resumes for various jobs advertised and it is becoming impossible for them to scan every resume manually.As a result, businesses are trying to find a solution, be implementing HR technology in the hiring process.

If you have a feeling that you don't use your full potential and some improvements can be made, it is high time to employ applicant tracking software.

The main idea of such software is to make your business workflow smooth and automatized.

Just decide what exactly you want to fix.

This complete guide on ATS will help to make your business run like clockwork.  

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Maxim Churilov 2021-04-09
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It is no longer a secret, that the EdTech industry is gaining popularity.

Education was always considered as one of the most traditional and conservative industries, but the 21st century made us the witnesses of technological revolution, which increased the interest in the digitalization of many processes – education is no exception for it.

The world pandemic and its consequences triggered many people to start exploring new ways of learning, and businesses in turn – opportunities to cover education needs.

As a result, the EdTech sector is becoming a global phenomenon, which shows significant growth and interest from both learners and investors.

If you are about to invest in educational technology, it’s high time to do it.

But before building the business around your product, let’s have a look at the global EdTech landscape.Read here  

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Maxim Churilov 2020-10-19
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Times are rough, whether you’re a Fortune 500 company or a tiny startup.

Businesses leaders are facing both the pandemic’s immediate danger and recessive trends in the economy.

When every penny counts, resource optimization becomes the top priority for businesses of all sizes.When every penny counts, resource optimization becomes the top priority for businesses of all sizes.Yet, every limitation can be an opportunity.

An opportunity to reinvent your business models, change outdated processes, and modernize your products.

All of this is almost impossible without investing in digital transformation or updating existing systems.So, how can we deliver more when we all have fewer resources?To answer this question, our partners at Radenia AG organized a webinar for business leaders interested in digitalization.

Click the link below to get a brief recap of the best insights shared by Alexander Radchenko (CEO at Radenia AG), Alberto Parolo (Principal Consultant at Radenia AG), and Oleg Nesterov (CEO at MindK).Read more…

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Maxim Churilov 2020-08-04
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When most people answer the question “Why software should be tested?”, the responses might include making sure the product works as intended, that the solution is secure and complies with certain policies, can satisfy the end-users, etc.With so much software released every day, testing is a phase that cannot be left out.

Here are only a few reasons why:it detects bugs and errors;it checks the adaptability of the product;it helps to avoid risks and extra costs;it earns customer loyalty.In this light, application testing is like health insurance – you don’t think you need it until you receive a pretty hefty bill from the hospital.Based on the World Quality Report and Software Testing Genius the universal recommendation for the budget spent on software testing is not less than 25% of development costs.

However, it may depend on many factors like the size of the project, software development methodology, or types of software testing you plan to use, etc.

There is a vast deal of software testing types and classifications that may be quite confusing for business stakeholders and Product Owners.That is why today you find out about the common types of software testing that we use on a daily basis that helped us get dozens of amazing products off the ground!So, let’s dig deeper and find out more.Read more...

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Maxim Churilov 2021-05-24
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Recruiting software is the umbrella term for all types of software related to and used in the recruitment process.The employment market has a number of challenges that require innovative technology and digital solutions.

Fortunately, there are different recruiting tools and software which can cover all the growing needs inside the hiring process.

The main task of each of them is to make the recruiting process smooth and automated.

So do not hesitate the implementing such software into your business workflow.

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Maxim Churilov 2021-02-05
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Running any association or nonprofit community is challenging due to a great amount of administrative routine.

However, you are not alone with this problem as there are dozens of specialized membership systems promising to turn any management activity into an easy thing.Membership management software is an all-in-one solution that can be used to store, organize and use your membership data to its fullest potential.

It is also called Association Management Software (AMS), Community Management Software, Club Membership Software, Software for Nonprofits, etc.

Such systems are often available as Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions under subscription fees.

All of them promise to remove administrative tasks such as tracking membership dues, sending out emails, monitoring event registrations, reporting, automating the tasks that take up time and resources, and much more.

Sounds promising,  but are they really so all-embracing and powerful as they claim?

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Maxim Churilov 2020-09-15
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You might start your project with clearly defined goals and milestones.

But if you stick to the plan and ignore changes that happen outside of your window, you might end up with a product that fails to address your current business needs.Change is inevitable, so a clear change control process is essential to ensure the success of your product.The approach to managing changes is closely related to the software methodology you are using on the project.

Agile methodologies are quite flexible and embrace changes from the start while a more traditional Waterfall model has difficulty adapting to the changing requirements.In this guide, I’ll explain how the change process works on different kinds of projects and offer a simple step-by-step procedure you can use to handle changes even with the most inflexible methodologies.Go to the article…

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Maxim Churilov 2020-06-09
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Choosing the right software methodology is one of the most important decisions you’ll make about your project.

It will affect how developers approach your project, the way you manage your team and communicate with engineers.It can lead to a product that becomes a smash hit among users.Or it can lead to budget overruns and missed deadlines.So, which of the two most popular approaches to development are better suited to the current crisis, and which of them is right for your project?Read on to learn the answers!

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Maxim Churilov 2021-05-24
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Nowadays LMS has f strong potential and is used all around the globe, in various industries, and for different learning purposes.

When exactly your business needs an LMS?

Learning Management System is a complete solution that helps you manage every step of the education process from creating the course to tracking student's progress.

You may either start working with the ready-made solution or develop a custom one.

If you chose the last one you have to know the basic rules on how to develop the LMS.

The Learning Management System of your dream is closer than you think.Read more here.

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Maxim Churilov 2021-02-05
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To stay ahead of the curve, businesses need to have solutions up and running as effectively as possible because any downtime can drop a company's productivity.

The good news - there’s an easy way to get control over your IT operations without building a large inhouse team of experts.This way is called  IT managed services.

Managed IT services give you the support you need for your critical IT technology — development, networks, servers, security, quality assurance, etc.

— without the cost and hassle of managing everything in-house.

For instance, it is estimated that a successful introduction of managed services is able to reduce IT cost by 25-45% and boost operational efficiency by 45-65%.Read the article...

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Maxim Churilov 2020-09-03
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To get all the benefits out of test automation, you need to have a right test automation framework in place.

Selecting a wrong one may lead to waste of your time and money.

Since each and every project is unique, the requirements, duration, and tool choice will vary.

That's why your primary goal is to select an automation framework that leads to smarter testing, productivity benefits, and better overall results in your particular project.So what should you consider to make the right choice?Our quality assurance team asks this question each and every time they start working on a new project.

To save our time, we’ve worked out a step-by-step checklist that guides our test automation framework choices.

Now we are sharing it with you.

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Maxim Churilov 2020-06-09
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Experts name more than 50 approaches to software development.

Choosing between Scrum, Kanban, or Waterfall can have serious repercussions for your project.

These software development methodologies represent different rules, processes, and rituals we use when building digital products.

Some of them are flexible and lightweight while others tell exactly how to develop the system and manage your team.Today you will learn about the top 7 approaches to development, their pros, cons, and application cases.

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Maxim Churilov 2021-06-07
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The modern recruiting market requires digital solutions to save time and at the same make the hiring process run like clockwork.

Creating an Applicant Tracking System can help you snatch top talent and improve your KPIs.Read a detailed guide to building a modern recruitment system. 

Maxim Churilov 2021-05-24
img

Recruiting software is the umbrella term for all types of software related to and used in the recruitment process.The employment market has a number of challenges that require innovative technology and digital solutions.

Fortunately, there are different recruiting tools and software which can cover all the growing needs inside the hiring process.

The main task of each of them is to make the recruiting process smooth and automated.

So do not hesitate the implementing such software into your business workflow.

Maxim Churilov 2021-04-12
img

Education is one of the most traditional industries and it is changing nowadays.

Classrooms with a teacher and students don't represent education anymore.

The learning process now tends to leverage EdTech solutions like online classes, learning management systems, and others to make education more effective and accessible.

But how will modern technologies change the way of teaching?

Here at MindK, we did research and found out modern trends which will drive the education sector in 2021.

Maxim Churilov 2021-02-05
img

Running any association or nonprofit community is challenging due to a great amount of administrative routine.

However, you are not alone with this problem as there are dozens of specialized membership systems promising to turn any management activity into an easy thing.Membership management software is an all-in-one solution that can be used to store, organize and use your membership data to its fullest potential.

It is also called Association Management Software (AMS), Community Management Software, Club Membership Software, Software for Nonprofits, etc.

Such systems are often available as Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions under subscription fees.

All of them promise to remove administrative tasks such as tracking membership dues, sending out emails, monitoring event registrations, reporting, automating the tasks that take up time and resources, and much more.

Sounds promising,  but are they really so all-embracing and powerful as they claim?

Maxim Churilov 2020-12-07
img

In a world jam-packed with digital solutions, there should not be the need to talk about the importance of quality assurance.

The competition is too high and there's no room for error.Unfortunately, not all businesses are ready.

Many companies don’t have strong QA professionals and polished testing processes.

Moreover, those who develop solutions in the midst of a crisis lack time and resources but desperately need fast, high-quality results.

Even when everything in your testing processes seems to be fine, there may be hidden problems that act like a ticking time bomb and require a on-time solution.That is where timely QA consulting comes into play.In this article, we reveal the warning signs that show you might be failing to cope with quality assurance and outline what to expect from software testing consultancy in every situation.Read the article...

Maxim Churilov 2020-09-15
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You might start your project with clearly defined goals and milestones.

But if you stick to the plan and ignore changes that happen outside of your window, you might end up with a product that fails to address your current business needs.Change is inevitable, so a clear change control process is essential to ensure the success of your product.The approach to managing changes is closely related to the software methodology you are using on the project.

Agile methodologies are quite flexible and embrace changes from the start while a more traditional Waterfall model has difficulty adapting to the changing requirements.In this guide, I’ll explain how the change process works on different kinds of projects and offer a simple step-by-step procedure you can use to handle changes even with the most inflexible methodologies.Go to the article…

Maxim Churilov 2020-08-12
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In December 2018 more than 30 million O2 customers were left without Internet access after an internal update.

A tiny error at the UK telecommunications company caused a nationwide outage and disrupted electronic timetables at London bus stops.This error could’ve been easily avoided with some regression testing.Changes to the application code can introduce unintentional side effects called regressions.

Often, they can affect the app’s functionality or performance.Imagine changing a tire on your car making the steering much harder or breaking your air conditioner.Regression testing is, therefore, aimed at finding issues caused by changes to the code.

It is critical for the overall stability and performance of your app.In practice, this means re-running a select number of old test cases to verify that the new functionality doesn’t break old features (not to be confused with re-testing which is simply running the same tests for the second time after a bug fix to ensure the defect was indeed removed).Among the main benefits of regression testing are:Earlier detection of bugs caused by changes to the system.Focus on building new features instead of reworking old defects.Better UX without unintended side effects.Less unexpected risks.Improved system performance, etc.Now, how do you perform regression testing?

Maxim Churilov 2020-06-09
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Choosing the right software methodology is one of the most important decisions you’ll make about your project.

It will affect how developers approach your project, the way you manage your team and communicate with engineers.It can lead to a product that becomes a smash hit among users.Or it can lead to budget overruns and missed deadlines.So, which of the two most popular approaches to development are better suited to the current crisis, and which of them is right for your project?Read on to learn the answers!

Maxim Churilov 2021-05-25
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Every day recruiters are flooded with hundreds of resumes for various jobs advertised and it is becoming impossible for them to scan every resume manually.As a result, businesses are trying to find a solution, be implementing HR technology in the hiring process.

If you have a feeling that you don't use your full potential and some improvements can be made, it is high time to employ applicant tracking software.

The main idea of such software is to make your business workflow smooth and automatized.

Just decide what exactly you want to fix.

This complete guide on ATS will help to make your business run like clockwork.  

Maxim Churilov 2021-05-24
img

Nowadays LMS has f strong potential and is used all around the globe, in various industries, and for different learning purposes.

When exactly your business needs an LMS?

Learning Management System is a complete solution that helps you manage every step of the education process from creating the course to tracking student's progress.

You may either start working with the ready-made solution or develop a custom one.

If you chose the last one you have to know the basic rules on how to develop the LMS.

The Learning Management System of your dream is closer than you think.Read more here.

Maxim Churilov 2021-04-09
img

It is no longer a secret, that the EdTech industry is gaining popularity.

Education was always considered as one of the most traditional and conservative industries, but the 21st century made us the witnesses of technological revolution, which increased the interest in the digitalization of many processes – education is no exception for it.

The world pandemic and its consequences triggered many people to start exploring new ways of learning, and businesses in turn – opportunities to cover education needs.

As a result, the EdTech sector is becoming a global phenomenon, which shows significant growth and interest from both learners and investors.

If you are about to invest in educational technology, it’s high time to do it.

But before building the business around your product, let’s have a look at the global EdTech landscape.Read here  

Maxim Churilov 2021-02-05
img

To stay ahead of the curve, businesses need to have solutions up and running as effectively as possible because any downtime can drop a company's productivity.

The good news - there’s an easy way to get control over your IT operations without building a large inhouse team of experts.This way is called  IT managed services.

Managed IT services give you the support you need for your critical IT technology — development, networks, servers, security, quality assurance, etc.

— without the cost and hassle of managing everything in-house.

For instance, it is estimated that a successful introduction of managed services is able to reduce IT cost by 25-45% and boost operational efficiency by 45-65%.Read the article...

Maxim Churilov 2020-10-19
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Times are rough, whether you’re a Fortune 500 company or a tiny startup.

Businesses leaders are facing both the pandemic’s immediate danger and recessive trends in the economy.

When every penny counts, resource optimization becomes the top priority for businesses of all sizes.When every penny counts, resource optimization becomes the top priority for businesses of all sizes.Yet, every limitation can be an opportunity.

An opportunity to reinvent your business models, change outdated processes, and modernize your products.

All of this is almost impossible without investing in digital transformation or updating existing systems.So, how can we deliver more when we all have fewer resources?To answer this question, our partners at Radenia AG organized a webinar for business leaders interested in digitalization.

Click the link below to get a brief recap of the best insights shared by Alexander Radchenko (CEO at Radenia AG), Alberto Parolo (Principal Consultant at Radenia AG), and Oleg Nesterov (CEO at MindK).Read more…

Maxim Churilov 2020-09-03
img

To get all the benefits out of test automation, you need to have a right test automation framework in place.

Selecting a wrong one may lead to waste of your time and money.

Since each and every project is unique, the requirements, duration, and tool choice will vary.

That's why your primary goal is to select an automation framework that leads to smarter testing, productivity benefits, and better overall results in your particular project.So what should you consider to make the right choice?Our quality assurance team asks this question each and every time they start working on a new project.

To save our time, we’ve worked out a step-by-step checklist that guides our test automation framework choices.

Now we are sharing it with you.

Maxim Churilov 2020-08-04
img

When most people answer the question “Why software should be tested?”, the responses might include making sure the product works as intended, that the solution is secure and complies with certain policies, can satisfy the end-users, etc.With so much software released every day, testing is a phase that cannot be left out.

Here are only a few reasons why:it detects bugs and errors;it checks the adaptability of the product;it helps to avoid risks and extra costs;it earns customer loyalty.In this light, application testing is like health insurance – you don’t think you need it until you receive a pretty hefty bill from the hospital.Based on the World Quality Report and Software Testing Genius the universal recommendation for the budget spent on software testing is not less than 25% of development costs.

However, it may depend on many factors like the size of the project, software development methodology, or types of software testing you plan to use, etc.

There is a vast deal of software testing types and classifications that may be quite confusing for business stakeholders and Product Owners.That is why today you find out about the common types of software testing that we use on a daily basis that helped us get dozens of amazing products off the ground!So, let’s dig deeper and find out more.Read more...

Maxim Churilov 2020-06-09
img

Experts name more than 50 approaches to software development.

Choosing between Scrum, Kanban, or Waterfall can have serious repercussions for your project.

These software development methodologies represent different rules, processes, and rituals we use when building digital products.

Some of them are flexible and lightweight while others tell exactly how to develop the system and manage your team.Today you will learn about the top 7 approaches to development, their pros, cons, and application cases.