3 ways the Internet has changed how we create software

The Internet has revolutionized all communications, connecting us in ways that were previously considered fiction, expanding all industries, and making it possible for millions of people to buy whatever they need online, among other life-changing experiences.

The software industry is no stranger to this revolution. From the democratization of processes that companies use to develop and distribute their products, to online smart tools for a better development experience. In light of the Internet day, let’s recap the undeniable impact it has had on the programming field.

Ways the Internet changed how we develop, distribute and support software forever:

1. E-commerce and online updates

Some of the changes in how we acquire our software products happen so progressively that we often stop keeping track. When was the last time you purchased software in a box? Maybe if you look for it, you might be able to dust off a Microsoft Office 2000 package.

But today’s reality is much different, if we fast forward to 2022, the COVID pandemic has forced organizations to avoid unnecessarily long sales cycles. Companies can release products online, as a more efficient and less expensive way to sell them.

So the Internet has become a driving force, not only behind the way people interact with companies but also changing the pace of the development process to keep up with online updates.

2. Support automation = more innovation budget

Since online onboarding and support exist, vendors can easily provide information about their software products to most of their consumers. Companies can also support their products through forums, and thanks to community interaction build engagement with users.

And even though other levels of support are still available, the savings that the Internet represents in terms of customer support, translated into more time, money, and efforts invested in true innovation.

3. SaaS, apps, and FOSS:

Have you noticed most of the software products you use daily wouldn’t be possible without the Internet? Cloud-based or originally known as Software as a Service (SaaS) doesn’t require customer installation, it’s a model where computational and data storage resources are available on-demand to end-users. SaaS has been a part of the enterprise landscape for decades, but with the rise of cloud computing, it has become a booster in how software is developed and commercialized.?

As for the apps, in 1997 Nokia 6110 included a built-in version of the basic arcade game “Snake” which is considered the first mobile app. From that milestone to the present, the continuous evolution of the Internet has been essential so that today apps are available for virtually anything and for every smart device.?

Last but not least, the Internet made possible the huge impact of the Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) which allows anyone to use, copy, and modify software freely.?

The future doesn’t exist. It’s being created today.

Developers are the main builders of tomorrow, and the Internet will continue to rise to the occasion to facilitate collaboration among members of development teams, who can now easily use remote tools for it.?

Now, by adding AI to the equation, we come across a new wave of web-based products that truly foster a healthier collaborative culture, such as Augoor. A tool that smartens up software development by facilitating code comprehension. All through the right documentation, exploration, and collaboration features, perfect for emerging remote work practices and global teams.

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