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Jade Hill

Jade Hill

Our community is full of great minds. Whether it’s a former coworker whose contributions have remained invaluable, or a former student who had some wise words to share, we’re proud to offer their insights alongside our own esteemed Nerds.

Blog Posts

  • Jade Hill
    Got Talent? Get More.
    Jade Hill Clients
    Aug 25, 2017

    Hiring a third-party company to build your app may seem overzealous when you have in-house developers and designers. Here’s why you should consider it, and how it will ultimately help your team.

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  • Jade Hill
    Mobile App Maintenance Contracts: Recommended For A Reason
    Jade Hill
    Aug 14, 2017

    Technology changes, and as new iOS and Android operating systems are released and new phones hit the market, your app will be affected. This is where a maintenance contract can help save you time and money.

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  • Jade Hill
    5 Ways to Train Your Developers for Continued Success
    Jade Hill Clients
    Jul 12, 2017

    Perhaps you know the value of training your development team, but you’re not sure exactly how to get started. You have to ensure that the option you choose is the best value for your employees, and your company. So what exactly is the best way?

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  • Jade Hill
    Why You Should Update Your iOS and Android Apps Before Launch Day
    Jade Hill iOS Android Clients
    Jun 28, 2017

    With iOS 11 and Android O launching later this year, you may be curious as to whether or not you should spend the money updating your apps. The answer is a resounding yes. Here’s why.

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  • Jade Hill
    Big Nerd Ranch Named Top iOS App Development Company
    Jade Hill iOS Ranch News Clients
    Jun 12, 2017

    mobbed.io recently chose Big Nerd Ranch as a top company on its “20 Best iOS Development Companies in the World” list.

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  • Jade Hill
    Clash of the Coders: 2017 Winners
    Jade Hill Ranch News
    May 9, 2017

    After a grueling 72-hour competition, our Clash of the Coders 2017 projects are complete and the results are in. With only a few points separating each of our teams, we present our three winners.

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  • Jade Hill
    Sixth Annual Clash of the Coders
    Jade Hill Ranch News
    May 2, 2017

    The time has come… Clash of the Coders is nearly here. This three-day competition is designed to encourage our Nerds to explore new technologies, push their skills to the limit and consume as much coffee as humanly possible.

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  • Jade Hill
    Funding a Coding Bootcamp: What You Need to Know
    Jade Hill Leveling Up Students
    Mar 7, 2017

    Finding time to level up your skills can be hard, but finding the money can be an even bigger roadblock. Here are some of our best tips for paying for your coding bootcamp.

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  • Jade Hill
    Considerations for Hiring an App Development Company
    Jade Hill Clients
    Feb 21, 2017

    Choosing the wrong partner to build your company’s app can result in bad code, a poorly designed user experience, weeks of delay or tens of thousands of dollars wasted. Avoid these issues by figuring out what you need to know before you start the process.

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  • Jade Hill
    Mobile is More Than iOS: Why Your Company Needs an Android App
    Jade Hill Clients Android
    Feb 9, 2017

    Many companies believe that developing an app for their company means only developing an iOS app. Here are three reasons why you should consider building an Android app too.

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  • Jade Hill
    The Benefits of Learning Multiple Programming Languages
    Jade Hill Leveling Up Students
    Jan 30, 2017

    Taking the time to learn a programming language is a huge accomplishment, particularly for those people who are looking to find full-time work as a developer. However, successfully learning one language does not mean that the work is done.

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  • Jade Hill
    The Top Big Nerd Blog Posts of 2016
    Jade Hill Ranch News
    Dec 20, 2016

    This year, our Nerds really outdid themselves with their blog posts. We’ve had a lot of content to write about—Android Nougat, Swift 3, iOS 10, Elixir and more— and they didn’t disappoint. Check out the top developer blog posts of the year in each category.

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  • Jade Hill
    Big Nerd Ranch Chosen as a Top Coding Bootcamp Provider
    Jade Hill Clients Students Ranch News
    Dec 8, 2016

    Big Nerd Ranch has been chosen as one of the top software training providers in the world by Training Industry.

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  • Jade Hill
    Roadie Wins Best Mobile Startup at Atlanta Mobile Awards
    Jade Hill Ranch News Clients
    Nov 8, 2016

    We’re excited to announce that our client Roadie has won the Best Mobile Startup Award at the 2016 Atlanta Mobile Awards. Presented by the Atlanta Mobile Marketing Organization (AMMO), the awards celebrate innovation in mobile technology and bring attention to mobile marketing, mobile development and mobile hardware created in Atlanta.

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  • Jade Hill
    Big Nerd Ranch Alumnus Releases Second App in App Store
    Jade Hill Students iOS
    Oct 20, 2016

    Chris Hepworth is an alumnus of the iOS Essentials with Swift bootcamp here at Big Nerd Ranch who recently released his second app in the App Store. Since we love to showcase alumni success, we interviewed him about his career path, his experience at Big Nerd Ranch, and his two complete apps.

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  • Jade Hill
    Why Experienced Programmers Should Attend Coding Bootcamps
    Jade Hill Clients Students
    Aug 29, 2016

    It is a common assumption that coding bootcamps are only for students just entering the programming world. But what about those who already code professionally? They can benefit from training, too.

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  • Jade Hill
    What the Internet of Things Means for Your Business
    Jade Hill Clients
    Aug 24, 2016

    The Internet of Things is becoming a popular topic of conversation, both within the workplace and outside it. But what, exactly, is the Internet of Things? And what impact is it going to have on you and your business?

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  • Jade Hill
    Big Nerd Ranch Q&A with Chris Aquino
    Jade Hill
    Aug 23, 2016

    We recently interviewed Director of Web Chris Aquino about his work at Big Nerd Ranch, how he stays relevant in his field, and the release of our newest book.

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  • Jade Hill
    Video: Testing Doze Mode in Android Nougat
    Jade Hill Android
    Aug 19, 2016

    In this video, Paul Turner expands on his post on Doze Mode in Android Nougat and walks you through how to test Doze Mode on your devices.

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  • Jade Hill
    Video: Cross-Platform Game Templates in Xcode 8
    Jade Hill iOS
    Aug 9, 2016

    It’s been possible to write cross-platform SpriteKit code, but you had to build all the boilerplate yourself. The new Xcode 8 Beta 3 includes a new project template for cross-platform games, saving many hours of repetitive setup. In this video, Steve Sparks walks through the structure of the template and shows you how to start creating your own.

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  • Jade Hill
    Why Your Company Should Invest in Professional Development
    Jade Hill Students Clients
    Aug 2, 2016

    If you’re a manager, it may seem like a risky investment to offer professional development to your employees. The fear is that employees can take their new knowledge elsewhere, but in reality, when employees receive the training they need, the returns exceed your monetary spend.

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  • Jade Hill
    Which Programming Language Will Earn You the Highest Salary?
    Jade Hill Students Clients
    Jul 25, 2016

    The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that app developers earn a median of $98,260 annually. With such a high salary, more and more people are beginning to learn the skills needed to obtain a job as an app developer. But which programming language should you choose?

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  • Jade Hill
    Video: How to Install and Use n to Manage Multiple Versions of Node.js
    Jade Hill Back-End
    Jul 20, 2016

    We’ve just kicked off a series of short how-to videos. Today, Dee Del Rosario shows you how to use n to manage multiple versions of Node.js.

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