The Creative Side of Technology Biweekly Digest #18

In this biweekly digest you will explore such topics:

Python events worth attending in 2018
Modern programmers skills - what know-how is crucial now
The future of UX - a brand-new approach to personalisation

Also, take a closer look at an insightful Polish Tech Night 2018 coverage, get a slide deck regarding future of fintech and read about Google+ shutting down after security bug.

Enjoy!

Hot News 🔥

Google+ Is Dead
Google shutters the Google+ social network after Wall Street Journal reports a huge security lapse.

Forbes Europe's Top 50 Women In Tech List 2018
This year Forbes is proud to mark Ada Lovelace Day (9 October) by announcing its debut Top Women In Tech list. This shines a light on 50 incredible women from across Europe who are putting technology at the heart of their rising businesses.

Google Launches Interactive Youtube Ads That Support Downloads
To attract more brands to YouTube video site, Google LLC is launching new ad formats that will let users engage in interactive content and even make purchases without leaving the platform at any point of time.

Microsoft-owned LinkedIn Acquires Glint To Bolster Employee Engagement Tools
LinkedIn has acquired Glint, a Redwood City, Calif. company that helps organizations get feedback from employees.

Articles 📝

5 Must-Attend Python Conferences in 2018 (October - December)
To keep abreast with Python news, you should attend valuable tech events. Here are 5 hands-on Python conferences worldwide.

The Future Of UX Is Here, And It's Taking Personalization To A Whole New Level
Great UX is behind how you feel when you use your favorite products, and it's coming to life in a way the world has never seen before.

Why London's Tech Community Is Thriving, Despite Brexit
The general outlook in the London's tech and development communities is brighter than typical British springtime weather. The local tech ecosystem doesn't seem fazed by all the doom and gloom. Why?

Hiring the Modern Programmer: Does That Smart New Software Developer of Yours Also Have 'Soft' Skills?
Forget the technical skills for a moment. Does that developer know how to communicate? In focusing on software skills many companies have failed to recognize the lingering importance of soft skills, as well.

7 books every front-end dev should read
Want to skyrocket your programming skills? Here's the list of top-notch books that every front-end developer should know.

The Next UX Frontier: A Simpler View of Enterprise Applications
Users want the same ease of mobile and cloud apps in their workplace applications. This requires stepping up the commitment to application design.

Expert's Point of View 🔎

'If the Polish startups are increasing their presence in Germany, why German startups can’t benefit from the outstanding software engineers, based right behind the River Oder Bridges? '

How the German startup scene can benefit from the Polish neighbourhood?
[Polish Tech Night 2018]

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