In this episode, we get started on the implementation phase of our software product.  We have a reasonably robust design documented from the tasks of the prior episodes.  Thus, this should be an easy and natural next step.  Your product vision at this point is solid and thought through. Start Simple These first steps of implementation will be used to create our foundation and development environment.  Once this is complete, we will be ready to crank out some code and focus on our application.  Here is a short checklist of tasks we should tackle in this step. Create The Database Script any needed seed data for the DB Create the application skeleton of files (sort of a hello world) Connect to the DB and... Read more

We continue defining our product in this episode.  Our prior episodes looked at the problem to solve, the solution, and general requirements.  Now we can move on to the product specification and deciding on the environment we will use to create it. Design the application structure (core, data model, methods/functions, helpers, screens/output) Challenge: Create the specification from these decisions Choices, Choices, Choices The modern landscape provides a seemingly infinite combination of choices when we consider languages, data stores, platforms, delivery method, and the other variations available to a solution.  There are several things to consider in making this decision. Languages you know (or want to learn) A Suitable platform for your customers The cost to you and thus customers Speed and... Read more