Integrated Development Environments (IDE) Resources

If you have Windows, you have access to the default Notepad application installed on your computer. At some point, you would have used Notepad to replace Microsoft Word. But those who work with code understand that while it looks similar to Microsoft Word in terms of providing a writing space, Notepad can do more. Most modern systems come with pre-installed basic text editor software like Notepad, and you can use them for more than just taking notes and creating documents. 

Classical computing has come a long way, from solving simple mathematical problems to using additional resources to solve highly complex tasks. However, the limitations of classical computing prevent it from solving the much more complex challenges the world faces today, and that's where quantum computing steps in. 

This post is part of G2's 2021 digital trends series. Read more about G2’s perspective on digital transformation trends in an introduction from Michael Fauscette, G2's chief research officer and Tom Pringle, VP, market research, and additional coverage on trends identified by G2’s analysts.

At the end of 2019, G2 released its 2020 digital trends series highlighting anticipated software trends for the year to come. As part of that series, we took a shot at predicting software development trends. Notably, we predicted that rapid application development (RAD) would find its footing in the market after years of floating in a void between developers and non-developers. 

I recall—and many of us can relate to—picking up X-ray sheets from one doctor and driving them to another so I could have a cast put on.

No, it’s not the equivalent of a B-.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned digital veteran, deciding the right technology stack — aka tech stack — is crucial to app development success.

Sometimes a certain skill or trend comes along that really gets everyone talking.