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The tech world is one of the most dynamic segments in the whole universe. One moment, the world is behind a technology and the next moment, suddenly, the technology becomes obsolete. Similar is the case with the app world, too. Numerous tech stacks, frameworks, and languages are available to develop an app but still, developers are not confident about a single framework that can offer the best results. As the world is adjusting to conventional apps, the whole ecosystem is also evolving. dApps or decentralized applications are a novel breed of applications that are not controlled or owned by a single authority, cannot be shut-off or cannot have a downtime. dApps: The Ultimate Open Source Revolution The dApp concept is still in its nascent stage. Explaining the same in a single line is tough because no specific definition seems to fit all the attributes that make an application a decentralized app. As dApps, an application is required to exhibit the following four characteristics: The first and foremost attribute is that such apps should make their core source code available to everyone. As the core characteristic of dApps is autonomy and unanimous consensus, essentially the changes must be decided by all or the majority of the users. Also, the code should be available to everyone for checking out. Open Source: As the name suggests, decentralized applications stores everything on a decentralized blockchain or any cryptographic technology to save the app from perils of centralized authority and emphasize on autonomous nature. Decentralized Nature: As the app is based on the decentralized blockchain, the validators of the records on the network must be rewarded/incentivized with cryptographic tokens or any form of digital asset that has value. Incentivization: Decentralized app needs to have a consensus mechanism that portrays proof of value in the cryptographic system. Essentially, this endows value to the cryptographic token and creates a consensus protocol that users agree upon to generate valuable crypto tokens. Algorithm: Now that we know the characteristics, we can try to fit it into a definition that will help us identify real-life examples. Essentially, dApp is an application that runs on decentralized P2P network governed by all the members and not a single central authority. How dApps fit in the real world? Utilizing the definition derived above, we found out that the first known dApp in the world was the Bitcoin. Popular as an apex cryptocurrency, bitcoin solves the centralization issue and gives users the power to perform transactions without any middleman or central authority via a self-sustaining public ledger. Coming to the use case of decentralized applications, we can classify these apps based on the scenario they can be infused into. This classification categorizes dApps into three segments that are also its potential use cases: Money Management & Transfer Decentralized apps can be used to smoothen money transfer in the world. We have already seen the benefits in the form of success of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Using blockchain network and its own crypto token, dApps can speed up money management, transfer, and lending by eliminating middlemen and enhance security due to the consensus mechanism that is impossible to change without a majority. Business Process Management Companies can integrate decentralized applications to streamline processes without human intervention. With the help of smart contracts- an essential cog in the blockchain network, critical issues can be solved and process efficiency can be enhanced. For example, logistics companies can integrate RFID chips into their shipment that can be scanned at the destination ports on which the payment can be settled automatically through a smart contract between buyer and seller. DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) DAO is a completely new phenomenon of starting faceless organizations without leaders. These organizations can work as a corporate and run via rules that are defined by programming languages on the blockchain. How members will vote, what business segment will the organization operate in, who can be members, how will the value token be exchanged, everything can be programmed on the blockchain that will run the organization. These organization cannot stop once deployed and can work worldwide, without any trouble riding on the blockchain network bandwagon. Real-world dApp examples: Successful dApps Projects in the world Most dApps are focused on money management and simplifying money transfer. Most of the cryptocurrencies remove the friction associated with P2P transfers. But, there are some innovative use cases of dApps, too. For instance, Factom is an open-source record keeping system that is unalterable. There are some other promising dApps projects that are transforming the app landscape. These include: Golem Golem utilizes idle computer power and its first use case came out in the form of Brass Golem. Brass Golem aims at improving CGI rendering landscape by giving CGI artists the power to rent out powerful computing resource as per the CGI requirement. By creating a decentralized network, idle machines are put to a good use by giving them the power to accept tasks from the users of Golem network. This is the next level of resource sharing and pooling that is being made possible by Goem dApp. Augur Augur aims at blending the power of decentralized network with prediction algorithms to create full-proof forecasting tools for markets. Though the app is still under beta testing, the potential implications are quite promising. The app will be able to input real-world events into other events to create an unalterable blockchain network of true facts that can be used for reference across industries. Status Status runs a peer-to-peer network where users can send payments to each other and enter into a smart contract. Via the messenger system, users can stay connected without the problem of server downtime as everything is based on blockchain P2P network. Developing dApps: How to build a powerful decentralized app? Just like any new programming concept or technology, there is a wide range of coding options and platforms that developers can leverage while thinking of developing decentralized applications. If you have to develop a dApp for yourself, you need to get hold of proper tools, components, and frameworks for success. We have tried to compare dApp development with conventional development and compile everything you need to build a decentralized app in the following table: dApps are based on backend code operating on a P2P network. When compared to conventional apps, this is a major difference as a normal app’s backend runs on a centralized server. When it comes to the frontend, the code can be written in any programming language. Using an API, frontend calls the backend in case of decentralized applications. Also, frontend can also be hosted on a decentralized storage system such as IPFS. Now you see how different development of a decentralized app is compared to a normal app, let’s focus on the benefits of choosing dApps over apps managed via centralized servers. Why choose dApp development over conventional app development? dApps promotes decentralization making them tamperproof and the records unalterable. As dApps are based on a secure blockchain network, such apps promote a high level of security and are immutable from hacks and intrusions. Faster & payment processing without needing to integrate payment gateway to accept funds. High levels of data security due to smart contracts governed by private keys. Greater anonymity without needing the users to follow the lengthy signup process. Reliable data records as users can access the public blockchain to verify transaction information. For kickstarting a successful dApps project, you need an who has the agility and expertise to handle complex frameworks. In order to, make your decentralised app development journey successful, you need a dependable companion with experience of deploying successful dApps. Intuz has been working in the dApps domain for quite a while and offers specialised blockchain services for several industries. Engage with Intuz dApps experts and . expert blockchain developer contact us now Read My Previous Articles on Blockchain/Cryptocurrency How to Build a Cryptocurrency Exchange App How To Launch And Market Your Own Cryptocurrency/ICO Stay tuned with us on , , and for other interesting news from us! Also: Twitter Facebook LinkedIn

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Top Web Development Companies in 2018

2017 gave exciting glimpses of what mobile and industry is doing in the field of Internet of Thing (IoT) and sixth sense technologies. Smartwatch, fitness tracker bands and smart household appliances have flooded the markets over the past year and smartphone operating system and device manufacturers have taken up the task of supporting these technologies with gusto. Demand for applications to support IoT technologies has risen and the focus towards their development has received impetus. We take a look at the top 10 IoT app companies of 2018 - software development 1. Intuz Intuz works with clients worldwide for developing mobile and web applications of very advanced features. It was a natural progression for this company to adopt the latest development standards and deliver advanced IoT enabled features in the mobile applications developed by them. They have used IoT features such as GPS, Beacon and sensors to deliver applications for various commercial application in petrol station, Hotel Booking Startup and for a Marketing Platform provider. 2. Softeq Softeq specializes in developing custom apps for mobile and web platforms and wearable devices. Their engineers have both hardware-level and application level expertise, which they merge to deliver highly functional applications. They have so far delivered apps for wearables, augmented reality games, SmartTV, IPTV & VoD solutions. 3. AppInventiv AppInventiv is a top-ranked web and mobile development company which is most sought for working on emerging destructive technologies. They specialize in IoT, wearable and augmented reality technology based app development. Their notable work on IoT apps include a Hearing Aid Non Profit application for those with hearing disability that uses GPS capabilities. They have also designed apps for companies from entertainment industry, primarily focusing on UI/UX design. 4. Solution Analysts Solution Analysts forayed into IoT-based mobile application design and development with the onset of iBeacon and growth in wearable device in the market. They have used GPS and beacon technology extensively to develop commercial applications for retail stores and event management industry. They have also developed notable applications for the iWatch. 5. Octal Info Solutions Octal Info Solutions have their business interests spread across development for web and mobile platform, and with the increasing focus on IoT, big data and cloud solutions, they are building their profile in this segment too. Some of their work using IoT technologies are for an international packers and movers company that assists in international relocation by giving users services such as providing information city guides. It has also worked with a retail shop to increase the footfall of shoppers by designing a mobile application. 6. Menlo Technologies Menlo Technologies is one of the leading software solutions developer with a global presence and a large team of software developers and engineers. They deliver strategic IT solutions to clients that enable them to leverage technology to meet their business goals. They are using IoT technologies for mobile application development in fields as diverse as working with a semiconductor company to develop tools, to working with a data services company as their technical resource provider. 7. FS Studio FS Studio is an advanced software consulting firm that specializes in providing support with embedded device products and virtual reality. They work largely on machine learning and computer vision. They have worked extensively in children’s technology market and created entire solutions from foundation for company’s technology initiative. Some of their notable work has been in developing custom solutions for a boutique marketing agency and created augmented reality enabled gaming applications for a children’s toy company. 8. Swenson He Swenson He works with business to provide end-to-end software solutions development, adhering to their most complex needs with their group of highly proficient engineers. They are currently working with the latest IoT technologies to enable companies manufacturing smart products to augment their products efficiency and usability. They are recommended by clients for the smart UI design, which makes interaction of the smart product with the smart app a child’s play. 9. HQSoftware HQSoftware is known for its high level of involvement with the client project, engaging clients at various levels to accomplish the project within stipulated time and limiting costs. They are providing feasible IoT-based solutions to companies that want to move to the new standard without escalating their costs. Some of their work engages a textile factory, IT firm and a digital agency, enabling them to design engaging solutions. 10. Lemberg Solutions Lemberg Solution provides web, mobile and IoT development solutions and currently has experience working with travel and hospitality, automotive, healthcare, social networking and consumer electronics industries. In IoT development, they do hardware design and prototyping and firmware development. They have designed learning applications for an eLearning firm and a College mobile app and an AR Freeflight app that uses the drone technology. The above list has been condensed from a list of IoT development company, picking the top ranking mobile app development companies, by selecting them for their highest scores in the area of IoT development.

Top 10 IoT (Internet of Things) App Development Companies | IoT Solutions Leader 2018

A sophisticated way of customer management service, an invaluable asset for small companies and an awesome tool to derive business intelligence — we are talking about Chatbots. Chatbots, if leveraged in the true and accurate sense can deliver ultimate customer satisfaction and streamline the support functions for small organizations. One has witnessed a meteoric rise in chatbots over the past few years. Chatbots have become all –pervasive — so where you are ordering food (Zomato), calling a cab (eg. UBER) or booking a movie ticket you could have all your conversations with a chatbot residing in the app/website of your choice. What is a Chatbot? Computer programs that can converse to the users like real human are called chatbots. Almost all prominent messaging apps are making use of chatbots. Companies both big/small give an identity to their chatbots and these bots are designed smartly to understand spoken and written text. The bots then decipher the meaning and offer the aptest information/solution to the users. Technologies used in Chatbot Chatbots function on two types of technology: AI based chatbots Command based chatbots AI-based Chatbots are based on natural language processing and thus can answer vague and ambiguous questions too. AI-based chatbots generate answers by making use of the natural language process and improvise themselves from the learnings of the past questions. Command based chatbots work on hard-coded messages, heuristics, and databank of questions and answers. Command chatbots cannot generate text themselves. However, the bot is intelligent to understand the question of the user and select a reply that corresponds to the query asked. Command Chatbots are more dependable and grammatically correct. However, they cannot offer answers to questions that are outside their preview. Features of command based chatbots: Command based chatbots can have only a limited set of questions and answers. Answers can only be sought for questions that are fed in the chatbot. Manual intervention is needed for uncommon questions (questions that are not in the repository) Chatbots are the first line of customer support, they feature a conversational UI and many of them require no coding too. They are must for small businesses that are looking to create customer delight and in turn, earn loyal customers for their business. Reasons why small businesses need a chatbot An interactive marketing platform Chatbots create an active user experience, unlike apps and websites. And thus can be used for an interactive marketing campaign. Chatbots can help a small business reach out to more audience without extra cost. Chatbots on Facebook Messenger is an example of how companies can reach out to more people effectively and at a lower cost. 24/7 Availability As a small business, you would not need to invest in employing additional resources for your business to engage with your customers or stakeholders. The productive hours or an employee is 5/6 hours. However, the Chatbot can run efficiently 24X7. Thus, no additional shift means no additional cost. Quick support for customers Chatbots act as instant support for customers. All important and most asked questions can instantly be answered via chatbots, without customers having to wait on the phone call and undergo the maddening on-hold music. Chatbots also allow small businesses to control & set the tone of the call and ensure brand consistency. Scales up business operations Chatbots help small business scale up their operations as they do not have limitations related to time & efficiency. Unlike human agents who can handle only 2 to 3 calls at a time, Chatbots, when used to complement your task force, can offer quick solutions to more customers. Decreases Customer Acquisition Cost One of the main challenges for small businesses is lowering Customer Acquisition Cost. Chatbot can be of great help here too. Chatbots can be designed to handle sales. A salesperson can handle only a defined number of customer requests, but a Chatbot can process gigabytes of data at one go. This would lead to quicker response and happier customers. Helps to Earn More Revenue with Better Engagement Chatbots can be customized to upsell/cross-sell. Small businesses can stay ahead of competition by making use of Chatbots instead of employing a large sale force. This would help cut down on costs. Businesses that have similar products can also use Chatbots to sell related product. Chatbots can offer the right advice to customers and help them buy related products and the right and meaningful benefits can be pitched through Chatbots. For instance, a lense can be pitched to a person who is buying a camera. Chatbots can explain and convince users to buy expensive products by explaining the benefits & values of a product/service. Increases organizational efficiency Small business can lower down their costs significantly by making use of Chatbots instead of a large number of resources for their backend support. Instead of recruiting people for routine and humdrum tasks, using Chatbots would be a better and cost-effective option. Increases Return on Investment (ROI) Customer Retention directly influences yours ROI. According to a reduction of 5 percent in the customer churn rate, increases profit margin between 25 and 125 percent. (source:InsightSquared) InsightSquared Small businesses can make use of AL enabled Chatbots. All they have to do is equip it with the desired knowledge and make it capable to handle all customer queries. The higher customer retention, the more will be the revenue for the business. Increases Customer Satisfaction Customer satisfaction is a key ingredient for the success of small businesses. If the customers are delighted, their tendency to come back increases. With a good, loyal customer base the sales would tend to shoot up. Also, happy customers are more likely to recommend you to their friends and family. Chabots offer quick help and solutions to customers and gain their trust and delight. Reduces Cost Chatbots are less expensive than apps. Chabots can be developed at a much lower cost as compared to the whole application. All small businesses have to keep in mind is that Chabots should be developed in such a way that it offers a great experience to the users. Creates Brand Recall Chatbots can be programmed to be humorous and funny. As a business you can code a small script that has jokes or witty replies to questions. Such Chatbots attract customers and help small businesses create and identity for their business. Thus, Chatbots are one of the most effective ways to add a character/personality to your brand. The benefits of Chatbots are enormous for both big and small businesses. However, certain points need to be kept in mind while developing a Chatbot for your business. What needs to be kept in mind? Chatbots are all about personalization. So, the introductory screen should speak about all the features of the Chatbot. The user should feel welcomed and important. Thus can be achieved by using the name of the user and also with the help of interactions. Make sure that the design of the Chatbot is user-friendly and easy to navigate. Make use of high-resolution pictures and proper text formatting in your Chatbot. Make your Chatbot smart. Ask minimal info from the user and do not repeat the questions. Make sure proper answers are provided with little input from the user’s end. Some Handy Chatbot platforms: — It is an easy to use Chatbot platform that allows users to develop automated bots. FlowXO — It helps you create your Chatbot in just three easy steps. This platform makes use of natural language processing. As a result, the conversational tone of the bot is quite realistic. Morph.ai — This platform needs coding experience. It is mostly used by the developer community to create Chatbots. The interface is however quite simple and easy to comprehend. Chatfuel It is time for small businesses to automate their customer experience for better productivity and Return on Investment (ROI). Right from handling customer queries to streamlining sales/marketing operations, small business can leverage Machine learning and AI Chatbots to grow their business. Are you a small business and looking for interactive way to streamline your sales & business operations? Intuz has a solution. to help them improve customer engagement. We offer customized and technologically advanced Chatbot solutions for small businesses Contact us for free consultation and Chatbot demo.

Chatbots: An Invaluable Asset for Small Businesses - (Don't Ignore)

Voice-activated virtual assistants and artificial intelligence are transforming the way people interact and use technology in modern homes. As of May 2017, Alexa-enabled devices were sold all over the world. Experts already have predicted that Alexa and other voice assistants will become a industry by 2020 as more than 30% interactions with smart devices will be voice-based in the future. 10+ million $10 billion Source: Statista What does such a transitional scenario mean for your small business? With Alexa Skill marketplace brimming with apps at present, how can you leverage the technology for your business benefit? Alexa is not only disrupting how people use technology at home, the business world is also taking cues to simplify common tasks in offices. You need to rapidly invest in building an Alexa Skill for your business looking at the monumental leap in the number of skills in the marketplace. Empowering your Business through Alexa Skill Amazon’s Alexa is not just a homely assistant. It can help you manage several tasks at your office or business with absolute efficiency. Businesses all over the globe have been demonstrating how efficient smart assistants such as Alexa can be in converting a conventional office to a smart office. Recently, showed how to use Alexa to fetch important business reports through voice using Alexa Skills in their ERP. Financialforce Just like Financialforce, entrepreneurs are checking out the applications of Alexa in their regular workplace environment. While some are using Alexa to add meetings to Google Calendar, post messages and add tasks, others are moving to more sophisticated uses of Alexa in a business environment. Create/update to-do lists & track tasks Alexa can be used to update to do lists using a voice command. Entrepreneurs and professionals can use Alexa to schedule an item on the calendar or create a to-do list that can be easily accessed from the Alexa app on mobile or computer. Using a voice-activated command, you can request Alexa to create a reminder. For example, a small command such as Alexa add 3:00 o’clock meeting with Mr. ABC to the calendar will prompt Alexa to add the same to your calendar and notify you just before the right time. Create & track travel itineraries Alexa can streamline business travel for companies with frequent fliers. Using an Alexa skill, employees and business owners can plan for a business trip, book tickets, get alerts for flight delays and cancellations, Skill customization can be done to include more features such as seat maps, weather updates, driving directions, etc. to have complete control over the travel experience. Smart inventory management Alexa skill can be used to manage inventory intelligently. With the help of voice-activated inventory management system in your business, you can access inventory data easily from anywhere, anytime without having to fiddle with complex software or spreadsheets. With more than 20,000 live Alexa Skills, at present, the possibilities and business applications are endless. But for harnessing the Alexa platform, you need to develop the right Alexa Skill by understanding the platform and following a structured process. Let’s see how you can develop an Alexa skill for your small business. Alexa Skills Processing Architecture Source: SlideShare Developing an Alexa Skill for your Business If you are keen on utilizing Alexa’s full potential, you will be required to develop a skill according to your customized business needs. You can think of automating a process, simplifying a structure or improving access. The key to a great Alexa skill is simplicity and innovation. Once you have identified the core business area that needs voice-assisted support, you will have to follow the below-mentioned steps for creating an Alexa Skill: Design Voice User Interface for Alexa Skill The most important step of creating an Alexa skill is to design an intuitive voice user interface. This is how common users, employees and others will activate Alexa for using the skill. To design a proper interface you will have to create a flowchart that will define the path of user interaction. The flowchart will help you in identifying various types of user requests. The identified user requests will become Intents are actions required to be performed by Alexa to fulfill the user request. intents. Source: Amazon Start creating a skill in the Developer Console With the help of , you can start building your skill. You will be required to define the name of the skill, languages supported and the interaction model for your Alexa skill. Amazon’s developer console As you are building a skill from scratch for your unique business idea, select custom interaction model when prompted. In the custom model you can define the requests your skill can handle and sample utterances that will trigger the skill. Configure Voice Design to Create Your Interaction Model Your interaction model will define how the skill will respond to a user. It basically consists of collection of intents, sample utterances and the dialog mode. As stated earlier, intents are the requests that your skill can handle i.e. basic functionality. Sample utterances are the words and phrases that users will use to express intent. Dialog model will identify the information required to complete a request and the conversation Alexa can use to collect and confirm the same information while interacting with the user. Write the Code for your Skill The basic premise of Alexa skill coding is to complete the task of accepting user requests and send back appropriate responses. To start coding, you can use AWS Lambda to run the code without having to manage servers. Use Node.js, Java, Python or C# to write down the basic code if you are thinking to use AWS Lambda. If you want to host your skill as a web service, you can even use other programming languages. The code should be capable of handling user requests, implement built-in intents, understand account linking, access Alexa shopping and to-do lists to perform the desired task. After you are done with coding, test your skill on the Alexa Test page or using an Alexa-enabled device. Don’t forget to update endpoint of your skill in the developer’s console before moving forward with testing. Once you are done with testing, add metadata about your skill that would show up in Alexa Skills Store. Conduct a Beta Test Once everything is complete, you can invite beta testers to check out and test your skill before the actual launch. You can select beta testers or can invite anyone from the general public. Beta testing is completely optional but will enable you to gather feedback that will help you in improving your Alexa skill. Submit your Alexa Skill for certification After you have completed the process and are ready to roll out your Alexa skill for users, you should submit it for certification. Even if your beta testing is not complete you can submit your skill. Before submitting, you should run all the functional and validation tests listed on the Certification page in the developer console. Make sure that you comply with the submission checklist to speed up the process of certification. After you are confident enough about your Alexa skill, submit the same to Amazon for certification. After Amazon approves your skill, users can view, enable and use the skill to complete the tasks. Next Step Creating an Alexa Skill for business can streamline common tasks and even improve overall efficiency inside your organization. If you are finding the process of developing a custom Alexa skill confusing, you can always . We at are continuously disrupting the voice-based search ecosystem with reliable Alexa Skill development services. Our experts can create reliable Alexa Skills that you can put to use in your business for better operations and employee engagement. take help of specialist Alexa skill developers Intuz

How to Create an Alexa Skill For Your Small Business?

Let’s face it: crypto has an image problem. For most people, it still feels like a confusing mix of trading charts, technical whitepapers, and interfaces that look like they were designed by engineers for engineers. It’s exciting, sure — but also intimidating as hell. But not the Simple App — crypto wallet crypto wallet designed to be clear and easy for everyone. Features That Actually Fit Your Life Every feature feels like it’s been designed by someone who’s actually tried to use crypto in the real world. Simple App is crypto that fits into your daily routine, not the other way around: Crypto Card: Spend your crypto anywhere with instant fiat conversion and Apple Pay integration. It even gives cashback rewards.
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Referral Rewards: Invite friends, earn rewards. Easy win. Crypto Card: Spend your crypto anywhere with instant fiat conversion and Apple Pay integration. It even gives cashback rewards. Buy & Swap: Fast, smooth transactions without feeling like you’re launching a rocket. Earn with USDC: 12% APR on stablecoin deposits. No complex staking hoops. Just passive income, plain and simple. Crypto Jars: A clever way to save toward goals — whether that’s a new laptop or your next trip. Even your friends can chip in. Referral Rewards: Invite friends, earn rewards. Easy win. And this part’s rare in crypto: they are 24/7 human support. Like, real humans. Built on Trust — Not Just Tech Simple App doesn’t just talk the talk when it comes to security. It’s a regulated wallet in the EU and other regions, so you’re not just protected by good tech — you’re backed by real compliance standards. “At Simple App, our mission is to make crypto simple, accessible, and truly understandable for everyone. We believe that crypto adoption starts with clarity and great design. That’s why we focus relentlessly on creating an exceptional user experience — not just a beautiful interface, but a journey that builds trust, confidence, and ease at every step”, – CEO Simple App Alex Yemelyanov said. “At Simple App, our mission is to make crypto simple, accessible, and truly understandable for everyone. We believe that crypto adoption starts with clarity and great design. That’s why we focus relentlessly on creating an exceptional user experience — not just a beautiful interface, but a journey that builds trust, confidence, and ease at every step”, – CEO Simple App Alex Yemelyanov said. UX That Doesn’t Make You Feel Dumb (Finally) Too many crypto platforms get caught up in trying to look “cutting-edge” and forget one crucial thing: people actually have to use them. That’s where the Simple App really stands out. From the first tap, it just feels right. It’s clean, familiar, and easy to navigate — more like a polished fintech app than a crypto tool. You’re not being hit with buttons that make you anxious or acronyms you’re too embarrassed to Google. A Community That Actually Feels Like One What’s cool about Simple App isn’t just the tech — it’s the people around it. The community isn’t some faceless Discord server full of hype and memes. It’s a real mix of curious newcomers, builders, and crypto fans who actually want to help each other grow. So stay connected with Simple App on Social Media: – TikTok. – Instagram. – YouTube. – X (formerly Twitter). – LinkedIn. Bottom line If you’ve ever bounced off crypto apps because they felt too technical, too cold, or just too much — Simple App is the antidote. It’s crypto with a human touch. And honestly, it might be what brings the next wave of users into Web3. This story was distributed as a release by Btcwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here This story was distributed as a release by Btcwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here here here

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Table of Links Abstract and 1 Introduction Abstract and 1 Introduction 2 Survey with Industry Professionals 2 Survey with Industry Professionals 3 RQ1: Real-World use cases that necessitate output constraints 3 RQ1: Real-World use cases that necessitate output constraints 4 RQ2: Benefits of Applying Constraints to LLM Outputs and 4.1 Increasing Prompt-based development Efficiency 4 RQ2: Benefits of Applying Constraints to LLM Outputs and 4.1 Increasing Prompt-based development Efficiency 4.2 Integrating with Downstream Processes and Workflows 4.2 Integrating with Downstream Processes and Workflows 4.3 Satisfying UI and Product Requirements and 4.4 Improving User Experience, Trust, and Adoption 4.3 Satisfying UI and Product Requirements and 4.4 Improving User Experience, Trust, and Adoption 5 How to Articulate output constraints to LLMS and 5.1 The case for GUI: A Quick, Reliable, and Flexible Way of Prototyping Constraints 5 How to Articulate output constraints to LLMS and 5.1 The case for GUI: A Quick, Reliable, and Flexible Way of Prototyping Constraints 5.2 The Case for NL: More Intuitive and Expressive for Complex Constraints 5.2 The Case for NL: More Intuitive and Expressive for Complex Constraints 6 The Constraint maker Tool and 6.1 Iterative Design and User Feedback 6 The Constraint maker Tool and 6.1 Iterative Design and User Feedback 7 Conclusion and References 7 Conclusion and References A. The Survey Instrument A. The Survey Instrument 5.2 The Case for NL: More Intuitive and Expressive for Complex Constraints Respondents found natural language easier for specifying complex constraints than GUIs, especially for extended background contexts or numerous choices that wouldn’t reasonably fit into a GUI. Natural language was also preferred for expressing vague, nuanced, or open-ended constraints, like “don’t include offensive words” or “respond in a cheerful manner.” At a high level, respondents emphasized that natural language provides a more natural, familiar, and expressive way to communicate (potentially multiple) complex constraints, and, “trying to figure out how to use a GUI might be more tedious.” “don’t include offensive words” “respond in a cheerful manner.” “trying to figure out how to use a GUI might be more tedious.” Additionally, some respondents noted that, despite their preference for using GUIs to define constraints from time to time, they ultimately have to use natural language prompts due to API limitations. Moreover, some wished to reference “external resources” in constraints that are not feasible to directly include in prompts (e.g., “a large database / vocabulary”). These suggest that a dedicated “output-constraints” API field for specifying constraints could be advantageous, potentially through the use of a formal language or notation. “external resources” “a large database / vocabulary” This paper is available on arxiv under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DEED license. This paper is available on arxiv under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 DEED license. available on arxiv Authors:
(1) Michael Xieyang Liu, Google Research, Pittsburgh, PA, USA (lxieyang@google.com);
(2) Frederick Liu, Google Research, Seattle, Washington, USA (frederickliu@google.com);
(3) Alexander J. Fiannaca, Google Research, Seattle, Washington, USA (afiannaca@google.com);
(4) Terry Koo, Google, Indiana, USA (terrykoo@google.com);
(5) Lucas Dixon, Google Research, Paris, France (ldixon@google.com);
(6) Michael Terry, Google Research, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA (michaelterry@google.com);
(7) Carrie J. Cai, Google Research, Mountain View, California, USA (cjcai@google.com). Authors: Authors: (1) Michael Xieyang Liu, Google Research, Pittsburgh, PA, USA (lxieyang@google.com); (2) Frederick Liu, Google Research, Seattle, Washington, USA (frederickliu@google.com); (3) Alexander J. Fiannaca, Google Research, Seattle, Washington, USA (afiannaca@google.com); (4) Terry Koo, Google, Indiana, USA (terrykoo@google.com); (5) Lucas Dixon, Google Research, Paris, France (ldixon@google.com); (6) Michael Terry, Google Research, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA (michaelterry@google.com); (7) Carrie J. Cai, Google Research, Mountain View, California, USA (cjcai@google.com).

The Case for NL: More Intuitive and Expressive for Complex Constraints

There are a few things expected from a good manager: Have a vision of the result.
Know where we are on the way to this result.
Have an understanding of the team’s condition and capabilities. You need to keep your finger on the pulse of product development. This can be achieved through various approaches, and in this article, I would like to introduce a really simple yet impactful technique that can help you on a daily basis. To put it briefly: learn how to take notes on everything you hear during your workday, and you’ll be surprised at how much easier your career could become. This article could be useful for any manager working with teams, but it is also valuable for engineers or specialists. While the examples focus on software product development, the advice can be applied to many other professions. The Hidden Power of Notes in Problem-Solving A manager’s work revolves around communication with other specialists. Modern agile rituals are built around quick meetings, short sprints, and analysing team problems. In a healthy and motivated team, it is highly uncommon for an issue to arise that wasn’t mentioned, even briefly, beforehand. The same behaviour can be observed even in tired or partially burned-out teams. If something is wrong, team members will almost always hint at it in some way, often as a way to shift responsibility for future problems. This is where a key skill for any manager comes in - the ability to recognise and interpret these signals. And this can be achieved through note-taking. Every time you have a discussion with someone, you should aim to make your notes as detailed as possible. The key is to learn how to capture and not overlook important insights or remarks during the conversation, as they might hold crucial information about the actual state of a task, the team’s motivation, or overall collaboration. Practising this method regularly helps train your mind to identify these kinds of clues. It is similar to attending lectures at university or college, where you need to listen carefully and capture the most impactful details from a long speech. As a tool, you could use your favourite “Moleskine” notebook or an application on your laptop. Personally, I would recommend using your computer for these notes, as it’s important not only to take notes but also to have a system for quick navigation and efficient searching through them. Make sure to check what is permitted in your company under NDA policies, as these notes may contain sensitive information. It is better to use corporate private spaces like Notion, OneNote, Confluence, or any other in-house software. In general, most note-taking applications offer similar basic features. Do you have daily status meetings? Take notes on each person’s updates: 2024.11.20 Status Meeting Jim: Finished the email-sending module with some out-of-scope tech debt, sent a PR, and switched to logging.
Alex: Stuck on the new notification popup but still on track with estimates. Plans to finish by tomorrow. Waiting for some design clarifications… Are you invited to a client call or a status meeting with other managers? Write it down. Create a tagging system to quickly navigate between meetings or notes on different topics. No matter how good your development process is, there will inevitably be situations where your release candidate is broken, and no one understands how it could have happened. All PRs were successfully merged, and everything seemed on track. But in that moment, your mind will recall a comment from your developer two weeks ago about a "little out-of-scope to-do" that has now disrupted the integration with a third-party service. You will undoubtedly fix this process issue later, but for now, your notes could save you several hours. This highlights the true value of taking notes - it doesn’t mean you need to reread everything later. Instead, it helps develop your managerial intuition. Intuition, at its core, is the ability to anticipate situations based on past experiences. Cultivating the habit of consistently documenting everything as a background task strengthens this skill. Over time, you can even learn to take notes seamlessly without being distracted from the conversation or to capture key points even when you’re not at your best during morning meetings. It’s similar to driving a car - once you gain enough experience, your brain can monitor the road while you comfortably chat with a passenger. Note-taking is more than just recording conversations. It is a powerful tool for developing intuition, identifying patterns, and staying ahead of potential challenges. By turning it into a habit, you improve your ability to respond quickly and effectively. This leads to smoother workflows and better results in any role. There are a few things expected from a good manager: Have a vision of the result. Know where we are on the way to this result. Have an understanding of the team’s condition and capabilities. Have a vision of the result. Know where we are on the way to this result. Have an understanding of the team’s condition and capabilities. You need to keep your finger on the pulse of product development. This can be achieved through various approaches, and in this article, I would like to introduce a really simple yet impactful technique that can help you on a daily basis. To put it briefly: learn how to take notes on everything you hear during your workday, and you’ll be surprised at how much easier your career could become. This article could be useful for any manager working with teams, but it is also valuable for engineers or specialists. While the examples focus on software product development, the advice can be applied to many other professions. The Hidden Power of Notes in Problem-Solving A manager’s work revolves around communication with other specialists. Modern agile rituals are built around quick meetings, short sprints, and analysing team problems. In a healthy and motivated team, it is highly uncommon for an issue to arise that wasn’t mentioned, even briefly, beforehand. The same behaviour can be observed even in tired or partially burned-out teams. If something is wrong, team members will almost always hint at it in some way, often as a way to shift responsibility for future problems. This is where a key skill for any manager comes in - the ability to recognise and interpret these signals. And this can be achieved through note-taking. Every time you have a discussion with someone, you should aim to make your notes as detailed as possible. The key is to learn how to capture and not overlook important insights or remarks during the conversation, as they might hold crucial information about the actual state of a task, the team’s motivation, or overall collaboration. Practising this method regularly helps train your mind to identify these kinds of clues. It is similar to attending lectures at university or college, where you need to listen carefully and capture the most impactful details from a long speech. As a tool, you could use your favourite “Moleskine” notebook or an application on your laptop. Personally, I would recommend using your computer for these notes, as it’s important not only to take notes but also to have a system for quick navigation and efficient searching through them. Make sure to check what is permitted in your company under NDA policies, as these notes may contain sensitive information. It is better to use corporate private spaces like Notion, OneNote, Confluence, or any other in-house software. In general, most note-taking applications offer similar basic features. Make sure to check what is permitted in your company under NDA policies, as these notes may contain sensitive information. It is better to use corporate private spaces like Notion, OneNote, Confluence, or any other in-house software. In general, most note-taking applications offer similar basic features. Do you have daily status meetings? Take notes on each person’s updates: Do you have daily status meetings? Take notes on each person’s updates: 2024.11.20 Status Meeting 2024.11.20 Status Meeting 2024.11.20 Status Meeting Jim: Finished the email-sending module with some out-of-scope tech debt, sent a PR, and switched to logging. Alex: Stuck on the new notification popup but still on track with estimates. Plans to finish by tomorrow. Waiting for some design clarifications… Jim: Finished the email-sending module with some out-of-scope tech debt, sent a PR, and switched to logging. Jim: Finished the email-sending module with some out-of-scope tech debt, sent a PR, and switched to logging. Alex: Stuck on the new notification popup but still on track with estimates. Plans to finish by tomorrow. Waiting for some design clarifications… Alex: Stuck on the new notification popup but still on track with estimates. Plans to finish by tomorrow. Waiting for some design clarifications… Are you invited to a client call or a status meeting with other managers? Write it down. Create a tagging system to quickly navigate between meetings or notes on different topics. No matter how good your development process is, there will inevitably be situations where your release candidate is broken, and no one understands how it could have happened. All PRs were successfully merged, and everything seemed on track. But in that moment, your mind will recall a comment from your developer two weeks ago about a "little out-of-scope to-do" that has now disrupted the integration with a third-party service. You will undoubtedly fix this process issue later, but for now, your notes could save you several hours. This highlights the true value of taking notes - it doesn’t mean you need to reread everything later. Instead, it helps develop your managerial intuition. Intuition, at its core, is the ability to anticipate situations based on past experiences. Cultivating the habit of consistently documenting everything as a background task strengthens this skill. Over time, you can even learn to take notes seamlessly without being distracted from the conversation or to capture key points even when you’re not at your best during morning meetings. It’s similar to driving a car - once you gain enough experience, your brain can monitor the road while you comfortably chat with a passenger. Note-taking is more than just recording conversations. It is a powerful tool for developing intuition, identifying patterns, and staying ahead of potential challenges. By turning it into a habit, you improve your ability to respond quickly and effectively. This leads to smoother workflows and better results in any role.

Note Your Way to Intuition: A Guide for Managers

"In today's digital age, security compliance is not just a necessity but a cornerstone of trust," says Akshay Sekar Chandrasekaran, a leading compliance engineering expert at Intuit. He provides insights at a crucial time when cybersecurity threats and regulatory complexities are at an all-time high. Akshay directly enhances Intuit's security environment with his initiatives, setting a high bar for digital security across the industry. The Imperative of Compliance in a Digital World Immense pressure forces businesses to fortify their defenses while adhering to increasingly stringent regulatory requirements. Intuit, a global financial software company, faces these challenges head-on and uses professionals like Akshay Sekar Chandrasekaran to enhance its security posture. Akshay integrates advanced automation and machine learning into compliance engineering, streamlining processes and reducing human error with his innovative methodologies. "We’ve reinforced a system that automates compliance checks across many layers, significantly reducing the risk of non-compliance and potential breaches," Akshay explains. "This has been a game-changer for us, allowing for continuous monitoring and swift responses to potential threats." Intuit Assist: A Revolution in Financial Guidance Intuit Assist, a distinctive artificial intelligence (AI)-a powered platform offering personalized financial guidance to over 100 million subscribers, is central to Intuit's innovative course of action. Akshay’s role in the development of Intuit Assist was crucial via the achievement of compliance certifications along with the development of new security controls, policies, and standards, which paved the way for an advanced assistant. The system handles 810 million AI-driven interactions and 25 million natural language conversations annually. Intuit Assist provides real-time data to offer customized guidance that adapts to each user's unique financial scenario, setting itself apart. Unlike conventional financial tools that basically react to user inputs, Intuit Assist takes a proactive stance, anticipating needs based on a deep understanding of each user's financial journey. By seamlessly integrating across Intuit products such as Quickbooks, TurboTax, Credit Karma, and MailChimp, it democratizes financial decision-making for individuals and businesses. Compliance certifications served as a cornerstone to the integration of the assistant across Intuit products whilst also allowing data sharing between Intuit and its financial partners. "Automation in compliance improves accuracy, but it also enhances our ability to predict and prevent security incidents," says Akshay Sekar. "Foresight is a superpower that only AI can supply for now." Automating Compliance: A Technological Leap Akshay leads the compliance automation framework at Intuit, utilizing automation and artificial intelligence to perform real-time audits and generate comprehensive, easy-to-interpret reports. This innovation has streamlined the auditing process, reducing the time required from weeks to mere hours. This allows Intuit to maintain compliance with global security compliance standards such as ISO 27001, PCI, SOC2, and SOX  more efficiently, freeing up resources to focus on proactive security measures. In 2023, Intuit's automated systems flagged potential vulnerabilities in third-party integrations, allowing immediate mitigation before any exploit could occur. A Vision for Sustainable Security As the digital terrain shapeshifts, strategies employed to secure it must also change. Akshay envisions a future where compliance engineering is fully integrated into enterprise operations and advances with AI and machine learning. This integration will enable security frameworks to be more dynamic and responsive and adapt to new threats in real-time. "The future of compliance engineering lies in its ability to scale with the changing digital environment," Akshay reflects. "Our goal is to create a resilient infrastructure that not only meets today's standards but anticipates and prepares for tomorrow's challenges." Akshay Sekar Chandrasekaran exemplifies the critical role of compliance engineering in modern enterprise security through his work at Intuit. He has bolstered Intuit's defenses and set a new industry benchmark through his use of automation and AI. "Ultimately, our mission is to build trust through security," concludes Akshay Sekar Chandrasekaran. "We can establish a safer digital future for everyone by staying ahead of regulatory demands and emerging threats." This piece was published as part of HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. For more details, please click here. "In today's digital age, security compliance is not just a necessity but a cornerstone of trust," says Akshay Sekar Chandrasekaran, a leading compliance engineering expert at Intuit. He provides insights at a crucial time when cybersecurity threats and regulatory complexities are at an all-time high. "In today's digital age, security compliance is not just a necessity but a cornerstone of trust," Akshay directly enhances Intuit's security environment with his initiatives, setting a high bar for digital security across the industry. The Imperative of Compliance in a Digital World The Imperative of Compliance in a Digital World Immense pressure forces businesses to fortify their defenses while adhering to increasingly stringent regulatory requirements. Intuit, a global financial software company, faces these challenges head-on and uses professionals like Akshay Sekar Chandrasekaran to enhance its security posture. Akshay integrates advanced automation and machine learning into compliance engineering, streamlining processes and reducing human error with his innovative methodologies. "We’ve reinforced a system that automates compliance checks across many layers, significantly reducing the risk of non-compliance and potential breaches," Akshay explains. "This has been a game-changer for us, allowing for continuous monitoring and swift responses to potential threats." "We’ve reinforced a system that automates compliance checks across many layers, significantly reducing the risk of non-compliance and potential breaches," "This has been a game-changer for us, allowing for continuous monitoring and swift responses to potential threats." Intuit Assist: A Revolution in Financial Guidance Intuit Assist: A Revolution in Financial Guidance Intuit Assist, a distinctive artificial intelligence (AI)-a powered platform offering personalized financial guidance to over 100 million subscribers, is central to Intuit's innovative course of action. Akshay’s role in the development of Intuit Assist was crucial via the achievement of compliance certifications along with the development of new security controls, policies, and standards, which paved the way for an advanced assistant . The system handles 810 million AI-driven interactions and 25 million natural language conversations annually. advanced assistant advanced assistant Intuit Assist provides real-time data to offer customized guidance that adapts to each user's unique financial scenario, setting itself apart. Unlike conventional financial tools that basically react to user inputs, Intuit Assist takes a proactive stance, anticipating needs based on a deep understanding of each user's financial journey. By seamlessly integrating across Intuit products such as Quickbooks, TurboTax, Credit Karma, and MailChimp, it democratizes financial decision-making for individuals and businesses. Compliance certifications served as a cornerstone to the integration of the assistant across Intuit products whilst also allowing data sharing between Intuit and its financial partners. "Automation in compliance improves accuracy, but it also enhances our ability to predict and prevent security incidents," says Akshay Sekar. "Foresight is a superpower that only AI can supply for now." "Automation in compliance improves accuracy, but it also enhances our ability to predict and prevent security incidents," "Foresight is a superpower that only AI can supply for now." Automating Compliance: A Technological Leap Automating Compliance: A Technological Leap Akshay leads the compliance automation framework at Intuit, utilizing automation and artificial intelligence to perform real-time audits and generate comprehensive, easy-to-interpret reports. This innovation has streamlined the auditing process, reducing the time required from weeks to mere hours. This allows Intuit to maintain compliance with global security compliance standards such as ISO 27001, PCI, SOC2, and SOX  more efficiently, freeing up resources to focus on proactive security measures. In 2023, Intuit's automated systems flagged potential vulnerabilities in third-party integrations, allowing immediate mitigation before any exploit could occur. A Vision for Sustainable Security A Vision for Sustainable Security As the digital terrain shapeshifts, strategies employed to secure it must also change. Akshay envisions a future where compliance engineering is fully integrated into enterprise operations and advances with AI and machine learning. This integration will enable security frameworks to be more dynamic and responsive and adapt to new threats in real-time. "The future of compliance engineering lies in its ability to scale with the changing digital environment," Akshay reflects. "Our goal is to create a resilient infrastructure that not only meets today's standards but anticipates and prepares for tomorrow's challenges." "The future of compliance engineering lies in its ability to scale with the changing digital environment," "Our goal is to create a resilient infrastructure that not only meets today's standards but anticipates and prepares for tomorrow's challenges." Akshay Sekar Chandrasekaran exemplifies the critical role of compliance engineering in modern enterprise security through his work at Intuit. He has bolstered Intuit's defenses and set a new industry benchmark through his use of automation and AI. "Ultimately, our mission is to build trust through security," concludes Akshay Seka r Chandrasekaran. "We can establish a safer digital future for everyone by staying ahead of regulatory demands and emerging threats." "Ultimately, our mission is to build trust through security," r "We can establish a safer digital future for everyone by staying ahead of regulatory demands and emerging threats." This piece was published as part of HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. For more details, please click here. This piece was published as part of HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. For more details, please click here . here here

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