Certified software engineers

ASSIST Software is a company focused on innovation and the latest software development trends. We work with a wide range of technologies and seek to constantly improve. Our continuous learning stands to the advantage of our international and local clients.   

Understanding and exploring our clients’ needs are our priorities when accepting a partnership or a project. But what should a client look for in a software engineering company? Are testimonials and certifications good indicators of business, and do they help potential partners make their choice? Or perhaps they are more valuable to coders on the lookout for a new company?  

Time spent on theory and practice should not be equal

Certifications only make up a small fraction of a company’s knowledge base. However, they absolutely shouldn’t be overlooked. Innovation and top performance cannot be achieved while lacking basic foundational knowledge. Ignoring or underestimating the value of certifications at a company and employee level would, therefore, render development processes ineffective. 

Certifications at ASSIST Software

At ASSIST Software, we seek to optimize how we work and learn. Certifications lead to an increase in productivity and consistency, and they provide pointers when identifying best practices. Learning through experience is also valuable, thus, we seek to balance theory and practice to suit needs, not to have unnecessary equality between the two. However, obtaining a certification will always be a step forward and considered meaningful to our team and us.  

Practice makes perfect, but certifications are a nice-to-have

Seeing a company’s certifications provides an extra layer of trust. Testimonials are powerful, and we always welcome business reviews, yet clients who need to choose a company to fulfill a dream can be overwhelmed as the market displays a plethora of possibilities. Deciding whom you work with might come down to the presence of certifications. Is it compulsory? No, but it’s a definite nice-to-have.   

Hands-on experience can lead to proficiency and innovation in a particular field, however, this does not automatically exclude theory in favour of practice, especially since everybody has their own learning style. Moreover, it is sometimes essential to comprehend how a specific technology works to use it fully to your benefit.   

Certifications are for companies as well as employees

At a company level, ASSIST Software is certified and recognized by industry players such as Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, Adobe, Drupal, MondoDB, Fujitsu, ISTQB, and others. You can view the complete list here.   

Certifications at ASSIST Software

However, our employee certifications are tremendously important as they represent the shared desire to grow. We congratulate our specialists for the certifications that they have worked hard to obtain.   

In the last two years, our team has received 40+ more certifications, which we can now add to the ones received up to that point:  

  • CPA – C++ Certified Associate Programmer
  • Java SE 11 Programmer I 
  • Programming in C# 
  • Ruby Association Certified Ruby Programmer 
  • ISTQB Foundation Level
  • ISTQB Advanced Level – Test Automation Engineer   
  • Azure Solutions
  • AWS Associate Solution Architects 
  • CKA: Certified Kubernetes Administrator  
  • Unity Certified Professional  
  • Associate Android Developer (Android)  
  • Certified Scrum Master 
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) 

ASSIST Software encourages employees to develop at a professional and personal level. We support and fund employee certifications because our team is the most important asset of our business. We encourage creativity as it leads to new ways of thinking and it sparks genius ideas. Having employees who are proficient in their areas of expertise and proactive in their practice makes our Suceava-based company one of the greatest choices a client could make or a software developer could consider for the next step in their career.   

Tell us your opinion about certifications! Which do you think is the best? Are you a certified software development professional? Leave us a comment on our social media.  

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is ASSIST Software's development process?  

The Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) we employ defines the following stages for a software project. Our SDLC phases include planning, requirement gathering, product design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

2. What software development methodology does ASSIST Software use?  

ASSIST Software primarily leverages Agile principles for flexibility and adaptability. This means we break down projects into smaller, manageable sprints, allowing continuous feedback and iteration throughout the development cycle. We also incorporate elements from other methodologies to increase efficiency as needed. For example, we use Scrum for project roles and collaboration, and Kanban boards to see workflow and manage tasks. As per the Waterfall approach, we emphasize precise planning and documentation during the initial stages.

3. I'm considering a custom application. Should I focus on a desktop, mobile or web app?  

We can offer software consultancy services to determine the type of software you need based on your specific requirements. Please explore what type of app development would suit your custom build product.   

  • A web application runs on a web browser and is accessible from any device with an internet connection. (e.g., online store, social media platform)   
  • Mobile app developers design applications mainly for smartphones and tablets, such as games and productivity tools. However, they can be extended to other devices, such as smartwatches.    
  • Desktop applications are installed directly on a computer (e.g., photo editing software, word processors).   
  • Enterprise software manages complex business functions within an organization (e.g., Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)).

4. My software product is complex. Are you familiar with the Scaled Agile methodology?

We have been in the software engineering industry for 30 years. During this time, we have worked on bespoke software that needed creative thinking, innovation, and customized solutions. 

Scaled Agile refers to frameworks and practices that help large organizations adopt Agile methodologies. Traditional Agile is designed for small, self-organizing teams. Scaled Agile addresses the challenges of implementing Agile across multiple teams working on complex projects.  

SAFe provides a structured approach for aligning teams, coordinating work, and delivering value at scale. It focuses on collaboration, communication, and continuous delivery for optimal custom software development services. 

5. How do I choose the best collaboration model with ASSIST Software?  

We offer flexible models. Think about your project and see which models would be right for you.   

  • Dedicated Team: Ideal for complex, long-term projects requiring high continuity and collaboration.   
  • Team Augmentation: Perfect for short-term projects or existing teams needing additional expertise.   
  • Project-Based Model: Best for well-defined projects with clear deliverables and a fixed budget.   

Contact us to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each model. 

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