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Tech startups coming to Slush 2025: what to expect
It's already August. Only three months to Slush. I can say I am excited for the next three and a half months ahead. It means this is time to keep myself busy getting to know some of the best tech startups in the world, some of which will become the next big thing in the coming years due to their innovation and community building. It’s time for Slush.
By Susan Fourtané 6 months ago in 01
Belitsoft’s Take: Why is Playwright Better than Selenium in 2025?
In just a few years, Playwright has become the fastest-growing test automation tool. Community surveys show Playwright being used by almost half of respondents, exceeding other tools. In TestGuild's survey analysis, Playwright usage has far exceeded Selenium making it the top automation testing tool in 2025. Many teams have started choosing Playwright as their primary UI automation framework.
By Dmitry Baraishuk6 months ago in 01
Belitsoft’s 2025 .NET Toolchain for Enterprise: From Code to Cloud
The 2025 .NET stack blends Microsoft-supported open-source and commercial components: high-performance application frameworks, Azure cloud services, developer productivity extensions, and DevOps automation. Together, they allow engineering teams to build and run scalable, cross-platform workloads for web, mobile, cloud, and AI while meeting performance and security requirements.
By Dmitry Baraishuk6 months ago in 01
Belitsoft Shares How to Hire a Dedicated Development Team and Cut Costs by 40%+
Outsourcing software development services saves businesses up to 70% of the budget, especially if you hire a high qualified offshore dedicated development team. Even global leaders like Alibaba, Google, Skype, and WhatsApp rely on this model. Discover when to choose a dedicated team model and how to make such a collaboration well-organized and budget-saving.
By Dmitry Baraishuk6 months ago in 01
Belitsoft’s Guide to ASP.NET Cloud Development: Enterprise Strategy & Best Practices
Building modern enterprise applications with ASP.NET in the cloud requires consideration of application architecture, cloud services, and deployment models. This article outlines how to develop and deploy ASP.NET applications (including MVC web apps, Blazor interactive UIs, and Web API services) on leading cloud platforms. It highlights key cloud features (like auto-scaling, CI/CD, containerization, and serverless functions) and compares Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud for hosting ASP.NET solutions. This guide is for technical decision-makers to plan a scalable, and compliant enterprise ASP.NET cloud architecture.
By Dmitry Baraishuk6 months ago in 01
Belitsoft's Guide to Outsourcing ASP.NET Development
This guide explains how to outsource ASP.NET projects effectively and what to look for in an outsourcing partner - especially for projects of different scopes, budgets, and durations. It highlights why Eastern Europe has become a prime region for .NET outsourcing, combining technical expertise with cost efficiency.
By Dmitry Baraishuk6 months ago in 01
Belitsoft on Vibe Coding’s Hidden Crisis: Why AI-Generated Code Demands Senior Oversight
AI-assisted coding uses large language models to translate natural language prompts into code. Automating repetitive and boilerplate tasks shortens development cycles and reduces labor costs. However, companies are increasingly turning to specialized firms to rescue AI-generated codebases that lack proper architecture and security safeguards, reflecting growing pains in the rapidly expanding vibe coding market.
By Dmitry Baraishuk6 months ago in 01
Belitsoft’s 2025 Azure Guide for Enterprise .NET Developers
Certain Azure services stand out as most relevant for cloud-native .NET applications. Below is a breakdown of key Azure-native tools and services - across compute, data, integration, and management - that executives consider in their cloud strategy. Each of these services is fully managed by Microsoft, which not only speeds up development but also improves cost-efficiency and reliability. We also include notes on the ROI/cost model for each service and typical use cases.
By Dmitry Baraishuk6 months ago in 01
Engineering Enterprise Trust: Praveen Kodakandla’s Work Is Helping Enterprises Build Smarter, Safer Data Infrastructure
In the fast-evolving world of data infrastructure, the need to balance performance, privacy, and cost is more pressing than ever. Enterprises across healthcare, retail, and digital services are under growing pressure to modernize their data systems while maintaining trust, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Praveen Kodakandla, a senior data engineering professional with over 2 decades of experience, is making important contributions toward solving these challenges through a combination of architectural leadership, real-world system migrations, and applied AI innovation.
By Oliver Jones Jr.6 months ago in 01
How to Build a High-Performing Nearshore .NET Team in 2025: Belitsoft's Best Practices
How to find and hire the best nearshore .NET developers in 2025? This guide outlines best practices for finding top nearshore .NET developers - covering project needs, locations, engagement models, required skills, and vendor selection.
By Dmitry Baraishuk6 months ago in 01
The AI Revolution: My Journey to Redefining Business Success
A Scientist’s Leap into a New Era I’m Mohammad Mehdi Sabaghpour Azarian, a scientist-turned-CEO of Asu Vanda Gene, a company dedicated to advancing cancer research. My days used to be filled with lab experiments and academic papers, but as a leader, I’ve learned that progress isn’t just about breakthroughs in the lab—it’s about revolutionizing how we work. Two years ago, I stumbled upon a truth that changed everything: AI isn’t just a tool; it’s the key to unlocking a new kind of business success.
By Mohammad Mehdi Sabaghpour Azarian6 months ago in 01
