Talking robots! Let's talk about APIs

What is an API? API stands for Application Programming Interface, let’s break that down: Interface - Every device we use has some kind of interface. Your TV has a remote with buttons on it, while a light switch has an even more straightforward interface- on or off. We use these interfaces to get the device to do what we want. Application Programming - The Application Programming bit is easier to understand. An API is how applications talk to each other. All software that you can interact with through code has some form of an API. ...

March 11, 2022 · Alex Clifford

A developer team's approach to not having a Product Manager

Back in July of this year, our Product Manager here in the Consumer Team at Resolver moved on to a new job. This was a great loss both for us and the wider company and we knew that it would take several months to find and recruit the right person for the job. During the interim, it was decided that we would try to become somewhat self-sufficient, with our Tech Lead, CTO, and Head of Content all pitching in and directing our efforts over the following few months. ...

September 15, 2021 · Poppy Rodgers