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We have all been affected by the lifting of many of the restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic, but the same can’t be said about the related economic crisis. Although many industries are affected, some of them have suffered less than others. The IT industry is definitely one of them. This isn’t to say that we’re not facing any challenges - quite the opposite. Read an interview with Martyna Stafa and Katrzyna Klimek - our Recruitment Specialists.

The first steps at a new company can be stressful. You’re probably wondering what to expect, how you will fit in, and who will be on your new team. The onboarding itself can also be a mystery. Not at Netguru, though! Get a glimpse into what our onboarding process looks like and find answers to some of the questions and doubts that might pop up before your first day.

Agile project management is still going strong in 2021, and since it’s a big part of our daily work at Netguru, we try to stay up-to-date with the best tools and techniques out there. Here’s a list we’ve compiled of the best tools for PMs, some of which we use across the company, and some, we think, do a great job in certain circumstances.

Your first few days in a new environment can be tough, especially if you’re a junior joining an organization with a dynamic culture. There are some things you can do to land smoothly in your first few months though. Based on my experience in my first few months at Netguru, I would like to introduce you to five tips that will help you hit the ground running.

Since I made my way through to the industry, I always wanted to go deeper and understand the nuts and bolts of the applications I was working on. That's why after working as a Software Tester and Quality Assurance Specialist for three years I switched my role to a Ruby on Rails Developer and oh boy... It was the best decision in my professional life so far.

Netguru’s Talent Marketplace uses the Agile approach to connect freelancers with projects they can be passionate about. It’s a platform that offers a transparent working relationship and access to diverse teams building innovative solutions. In this article, we answer questions that are frequently asked about the Talent Marketplace and explain how to start your next gig for a top technology brand.

COVID-19 has unexpectedly forced many specialists on the previously stable IT labor market to look for a new employer. Some of them had to find a new source of income, others wanted to secure themselves by accepting more freelance assignments. One of the most popular places to look for this type of work are so-called gig marketplaces, offering a wide range of offers depending on the skills and experience of the specialist.

Sometimes, our dreams of a perfect job don’t come true, yet what we end up doing is a much better fit than what we thought we wanted to do. Damian’s story is a little like that: he intended to study art, didn’t, and now he’s very happy as a Senior Ruby on Rails developer. He has been one for about 10 years now, and for the last four he has been working exclusively remotely. We’ve spoken to Damian about his career, plans for future professional development and his everyday reality working at Netguru.

More companies are beginning to embrace the freedom and benefits that remote work has to offer. Whether it’s a few home office days or a completely remote setup many managers will sooner or later find themselves managing employees in new ways because of that.

What makes a specific person a good Project Manager? Is it soft communication skills? An analytical brain that manages budgets and timelines? High-level multitasking capabilities? If you ask me, I’d say that a pinch of everything will do the job.

Patryk Kaczmarek is a Senior Developer at Netguru with a rather unconventional background. Today, he supports the mobile development department with his experience and knowledge, and improves the company’s internal processes by unifying and optimising them. A few years ago, though, Patryk didn’t expect to be where he is today. He started out with a passion for construction, not programming. This is the story of how he changed his own life for the better through hard work and determination.

Lessons learned do not account for much unless they are recorded, improved upon, and spread. Sharing knowledge is one of the pillars of our culture. We came to a point where we realized that we’d learned so much in recent years, we had outgrown the bandwidth of our usual publication channel – our blog.

You’re a project manager about to take over the management of a new software project and all you get is a one-pager. Sound familiar? We’ve all been there, but there are a few easy steps you can take to get to know your product better. They will help you make more informed decisions, manage risks better, and have a greater impact on the success of your team, project, and product. 

Many people will tell you that coming back to the same organisation after you had once decided to leave is not a great idea. For a very long time I absolutely agreed with that hypothesis. Over a year ago I decided I would like to come back to Netguru more than 2.5 years after leaving. 

Success is a few simple disciplines, practiced every day; while failure is simply a few errors in judgment, repeated every day. —Jim Rohn Someone said that the one-percent improvement approach (also known as continuous improvement) can make one win a medal at the Olympic Games. It might not be the only reason to apply this approach in your life. Continuous improvement is a great tool (or rather a mindset) you can use to achieve your long term goals, and become more efficient, organized, productive and happy. 

Are you tired of vague job descriptions which don’t give you the full information about what to expect? We know you’d like to see the big picture before you apply for a developer position. Technology, projects, code examples, development processes, career paths and more. In most cases, the only way you can get more info about a job is to ask questions during the interview. Not in Netguru, though. Download our guide and get all the essential information before you decide to apply!

Finding the right work environment for you in the IT industry isn’t easy. You might want to be surrounded by like-minded experts who will challenge you and help you grow as a professional. Or perhaps you’re most interested in working on exciting projects, using cutting-edge tools and technologies. Let’s not forget that work-life balance and meeting interesting people in the office are crucial to maintaining motivation and engagement. You know what though? We really think that applying for a job at Netguru could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. Here are seven reasons why.

Our recruitment process is simple and has no secrets. We’ve written at length about tips & tricks on how to join Netguru and how pair programming helps us choose the best talent.

So you’ve decided to learn Ruby? Great to hear! It’s always a pleasure to introduce another person into the Ruby community.