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October 2023

Power BI as a Planning Tool

insightsoftware recently purchased Power ON, a tool that sits on top of Power BI and allows you to do your planning via write-back all in the same platform. On August 30, insightsoftware’s Dylan Chapman sat down with the FP&A Guy Paul Barnhurst on LinkedIn Live to discuss how Power ON can help you use Power BI as an integrated planning tool.

Testing Techniques For a Streamlined CI/CD Pipeline

From the full episode: “Test Case Scenario" Dives into CI/CD Pipeline Mastery! In this discussion, we cover everything you need to know about setting up pipelines, navigating common pitfalls, and valuable tips for CI/CD mastery. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a professional in the field, Test Case Scenario is your go-to podcast for staying informed and ahead of the curve in the realm of software testing.

What are Microservices & How to Test Microservices | Sidharth Shukla | #apitesting #restassured

In this insightful video, Sidharth Shukla provides a comprehensive breakdown of two fundamental software architectural paradigms: microservices and monolith architecture. Sidharth delves into the intricacies of both approaches, offering a clear understanding of their principles, advantages, and considerations. With clarity and depth, Sidharth explores the key differences between microservices and monolith architecture, emphasizing their impact on scalability, maintainability, and development workflows.

The Hidden Power of Movie Data

Ever wonder how your favorite movie went from script to screen? You might just be surprised by the answer because lights, camera and action aren't the only ingredients that go into a blockbuster today. Lots of data does too. Learn how Traci Hainsworth helped pioneer a data-driven greenlighting process at one of Hollywood's biggest studio and how data has reshaped the way movies are made.

Introducing Semantic Version-Based Intelligent Routing

One of the main challenges API producers face is making improvements and enhancements to their APIs without getting their clients to upgrade API versions (i.e., change their applications). We're excited to introduce semantic version-based intelligent routing in Choreo, making API consumption easier than ever. This feature groups APIs into their major versions, and the corresponding URLs are simplified to include only the major version number.

Test Framework: Before or After Development? | Monika Sharma | #softwaretesting #automationtesting

In this thought-provoking video, Monika Sharma tackles a critical question in software development and testing: Should the test framework be constructed before or after the development phase? Monika provides insightful perspectives on the timing and considerations involved in building a test framework. Whether you're a developer, tester, or involved in software quality assurance, this video offers valuable guidance on the strategic decisions surrounding test framework development.