Archive for September, 2009
How users see your website
Posted by Adnan Arif in Website Design on September 24, 2009
There is a difference between how we think people use web sites and how they actually use them. I read a great article by Steve Krug on How We Really Use the Web and I totally relate to his observations.
When we’re creating sites, we act as though people are going to pore over each page, [...]
How to become a Systems Architect
Posted by Adnan Arif in Project Management on September 19, 2009
I am asked by many colleagues and IT Professional how can they become Systems Architect. What it takes to become one, what are the characteristics, what skills are needed, how much experience is required, what education is required, what courses are required. So I decided to share with you what it takes to become a [...]
Who am i – Systems Architect
Posted by Adnan Arif in Project Management on September 19, 2009
I am a Systems Architect and I have more than 8 years of experience in the field of Information Technology in various capacities. I started my career as freelance software developer while pursuing full time education (Computer Science Major). During this wonderful journey I took many responsibilities and roles and all this experience helped my [...]
Myths surrounding a Project Manager
Posted by Adnan Arif in Project Management on September 18, 2009
In my daily interaction with people at different IT organization in general and my company in particular, I hear different myths surrounding Project managers. There are certain expectations associated with Project managers both from top management and staff members and it’s very difficult to live up to these expectations and make both parties satisfied. So [...]