By Dr Paul S. Ganney FIAP The question of Data Retention has been around almost as long as storage has existed, but over the last couple of decades, the driver has changed. Originally it was the cost of the media: it was standard practice for organisations such as the BBC to re-use the tapes that […]
In July 2024 the IAP ran a webinar called ‘Programming Provoking Poetry’. Yes, poetry. If you’re thinking, how does poetry relate to the activities and concerns of the IAP and its members, you need to read the works and poems by Paul Lynham, BSc (Hons) MSc PGCE FIAP. Paul’s prose are about science, technology, biology, […]
Reviewing and Refactoring Article by John Ellis FIAP Cmpn, FRSA, MBCS While AI has been around for over half a century and probably before that, the last 2 years have seen some of the greatest leaps in the technology. This is in the main, down to the implementation of Large Language Models (LLM’s) which […]
Our Next Webinar: Friday 13th September 2024 at 2pm. FROM BARTER TO BLOCKCHAIN: THE EVOLUTION & SECURITY OF FINTECH. We delve into the historical evolution of financial trade, tracing its roots from ancient barter systems and the advent of commodities-based currency around 3000 BC to the sophisticated banking operations of Ancient Mesopotamia and the medieval […]
Advanced technology is not always immediately effective and well received. There’s a risk that users will not adapt to or ultimately accept every new software release due to functionality complications or bugs that affect system software.
Evolving Professionalism: From Traditional Software to Mobile App Development The realm of software development has witnessed a transformative journey from the era of traditional software developers and programmers to the dynamic world of modern mobile app developers. This shift not only reflects technological advancements but also a change in methodologies, tools, and professional standards. This […]