#how to migrate subscription platforms

[autumngracy]

NGl @staff I think tumblr should just try doing regularly scheduled fundraising campaigns like AO3, NPR, and Wikipedia.

Everybody loves this site and wants to ensure its survival.

Nobody likes ads, but we also hate the idea of paying a subscription *just* to get rid of the ads (because it feels predatory). And nobody wants to buy keychains or socks based on random, barely popular memes.

Tumblr is struggling to fund itself. Just be forthright with the issues! Ask people to give money that just goes directly to keeping the servers online and enough staff around to keep things running!

Stop wasting time and money implementing dumb features no one asked for that are just copies of features other social media platforms have but do better than tumblr, and expecting people to love them, when they already use an entire other popular platform dedicated to those features.

Understand why tumblr is unique, and why people have actually stuck around for that. Understand that it's truly one the last platforms to offer this experience. Understand that people are willing to give you money to retain this experience. You don't have to sucker them in with predatory bs.

We don't want this site to randomly go down with no warning and never come back. So be honest with us. Tell us how much money you need to keep running and just ask for it outright. Keep putting it at the top of the site/app until you meet the fundraising goal.

AO3 does this routinely and it always ends up getting way more than it was asking for. Tumblr is, like AO3, an invaluable part of fandom and niche communities.

People would be much happier using this site if they know for sure it's going to be sticking around (or at least give ample warning before going down forever), and they WILL be willing to donate to this end.

I keep seeing folks migrating to other platforms because they don't know if it's "safe" to keep using this site, and this would also alleviate much of that concern.

[cowbot-lumberjane]

I hope the Internet blows up.

I hope that every bit centralized platform chokes on its infinite growth and rent seeking until everyone starts making smaller platforms and site corners again.

I hope discord goes next so everyone migrates to shit like revolt or other small char clients.

I hope bluesky dies in 5 years because it's trying to be the new Twitter and the needs of that will outgrow how much money they can make so quickly under such late stage capitalism.

I hope Tumblr goes after.

I hope everyone learns to make sites again, I hope forums come back, I hope people start pioneering new free video sharing sites that you don't have to pay a fucking subscription to use.

I hope this proto web 3 we exist in dies and we get knocked back to web 2 or 1.5

This shit is a joke. The Internet fucking sucks now. Monoliths of minimalist garbage infinite adspace trackers selling data racist homophobic transphobic moderation content censoring generative content scraping art theft that uses ten billion gallons of water and kills a thousand trees every time someone makes am excuse that they're just too poor off to be an artist and this is the only way they can do it copyright striking bullshit preservation becoming impossible "intellectual property" and monetary incentives

I hope it all blows up and phones that do less come back into style.

Im tired, I'm angry, I barely got to experience the world I grew up in before it was drawn and quartered to be sold like butcher paper wrapped nostalgia.

Fuck this.

[bones-partys]

I understand why they are doing this. I understand their want to not be beholden to advertisers. I understand feeling that they've hit a ceiling on their growth on youtube.

But

A vast majority of viewers wont be moving for monetary reasons, for dislike of the streaming platform method, for xyz.

So

Will their growth not stagnate on a separate website?

I find alot of the content i watch on youtube from recommended videos, its how i found unsolved! You wont have that natural migration on a separate website. Once everyone whos interested gets a subscription it will stagnate after that.

I saw someone bring up rooster teeth and i cant help but compare the 2. I was a big fan of camp camp when if first came out, but when s2 was only on their website (wich was very unusable on mobile the only thing i had) i couldnt watch a very loved show! They say they will post the premiere episode on youtube but as a long time viewer, and some one who has been scorned by shows getting canceled*, i wont even watch the premiere of the seasons.

I think it will be profitable at frist but stagnate as everyone who wants to migrate will have already done so.

*not that i think they would cancel a show but id rather not get invested in another professor story line and then not be able to see where it goes, like a story driven show getting canceled at a clif hanger

[luizsiqueiraneto]

The Limbo of Advanced Users and Amateur Developers in Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365, the successor to the iconic Office suite, has transformed how millions of people work, collaborate, and manage their daily tasks. However, this transformation has not been equal for everyone. While businesses and corporations have access to a myriad of powerful tools through robust subscriptions, advanced users — those enthusiasts who have historically driven innovation through customization and automation — are left in limbo. This article argues that Microsoft, by prioritizing service-based and enterprise-focused models, has abandoned beginner developers and advanced users, once the cornerstone of its tools’ success.

The Golden Age of Customization

In the past, Microsoft Office allowed rich customization and automation through Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and integration with technologies like COM (Component Object Model). These features enabled individuals, even without corporate tools, to create scripts to automate tasks, customize interfaces, and connect applications in innovative ways. With VBA, a user could generate automated reports in Excel or build macros to streamline repetitive processes in Word. This turned Office into not only a productivity tool but also a learning platform for budding developers.

However, with the migration to Microsoft 365, this flexibility has been significantly reduced. VBA remains available in a limited capacity, but its usage is increasingly marginalized, and many new features of Microsoft 365 are inaccessible through it. Furthermore, VBA has no support in the web environment, which is becoming increasingly central to modern workflows.

A Service, Not a Tool

Microsoft 365 represents a fundamental shift: from locally installed software to a cloud-based service. While this approach offers benefits like real-time collaboration and automatic updates, it has severely limited advanced users. Local automation has taken a back seat, and the focus has shifted to tools like Power Automate — a powerful platform, but largely inaccessible to personal users.

Power Automate is clearly designed for the corporate environment. Many of its most compelling features are locked behind business-specific subscriptions, leaving individual users without practical alternatives. For users seeking advanced and customized solutions, Microsoft 365 is no longer a viable option.

Apple’s Counterpoint

While Microsoft appears to be moving away from advanced users, Apple is taking the opposite direction. Tools like Shortcuts, AppleScript, and Automator make Apple’s applications highly customizable, even for personal users. Tasks can be automated in Pages, Numbers, Reminders, and Calendar without relying on corporate services. This approach not only empowers users but also fosters curiosity and learning among new developers.

This contrast highlights the central issue: Apple values tech enthusiasts and amateur developers, while Microsoft seems to have relegated them to a secondary role, if not excluded them entirely.

The Impact on the Future of Technology

Microsoft’s abandonment of advanced users has broader implications beyond daily workflows. For many developers, tools like VBA served as an entry point to programming. Removing these opportunities makes practical learning more difficult and stifles grassroots innovation. At a time when the market needs more developers and creative thinkers, this decision is particularly troubling.

Moreover, this exclusion risks alienating a community that has historically been crucial to Office’s success. Advanced users are often technology “evangelists” within their circles, promoting tools and influencing purchasing decisions. Ignoring them poses a significant strategic risk for Microsoft.

Conclusion: What Should Microsoft Do?

If Microsoft wants to regain the trust and engagement of advanced users, several actions are essential:

1. Revitalize VBA and Similar Technologies: Ensure that local automations are not only supported but encouraged, including integration with new Microsoft 365 features.

2. Expand Access to Power Automate: Offer more platform functionalities to individual users without requiring corporate subscriptions.

3. Acknowledge the Value of Advanced Users: Develop tools and initiatives aimed at educating and empowering amateur developers and tech enthusiasts.

In a world increasingly dominated by cloud-based services, striking a balance between innovation and accessibility is crucial. Microsoft has an opportunity to correct its course and reaffirm its commitment to the community that helped it succeed. If it fails to do so, it risks losing a vital segment of its user base to more inclusive alternatives.

[jade-everstone]

Art Goals for 2024

This post is a mirror of a post on my website (here)

It’s a few days into the new year. While the feelings of uncertainty from 2023 still lingers, I set myself a handful of goals going forward to give myself some sense of direction, 8 in fact, though I’ll mostly be focusing on my art-related goals here.

Technical improvement isn’t a major focus this year (I mean, I just did 4+ years of that lol). I think it’s time to focus on more external factors of art, like gaining some stability, pouring more focus into doing it part-time while maintaining the personal side. As well as strengthening skills not directly related to illustration. It’s something that’s fell to the wayside until senior year of college, and now that I’m out of school I think at least for this year I can let these factors overtake direct art improvement.

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Finish PC-Mania!

My short webseries! This was launched as part of my senior thesis, but has had multiple hiccups in terms of production. This year I want to smooth out those bumps & be able to wrap it up by the end of this year. The reason I say by the end of this year? My drafts are roughly 40 pages, and even with my other plans for this year I’ll have more time on my hands to focus on comics. So I’m pretty confident I can wrap it up regardless of how it happens.

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Launch Support Streams related to my art

This one was inevitable. Even if it’s a goal of part time vs. full time, I want to be able to do art as a career. Meaning I have to have some form of income to be able to continue doing it comfortably. This one will need time to sort-out though since there are hurtles; Notably my overall lack of reach, as well as inflation times.

Lack of reach is likely due to struggling with consistent posting (even reposts & WIPs slip by me), not wanting to completely bend my practices to algorithms, and migrating between platforms. So that one may be harder to sort-out while keeping it fair to my self & my limits. Inflation is tricky. Art is a luxury afterall, and when the cost of living has skyrocketed across the board I don’t blame people for choosing food and rent over art. I’m likely going to keep it to one-time payments & tip jars indefinitely since I don’t want to launch subscriptions in a time where people looking to cancel them to make ends meet. Plus, with my issues with consistent posting, I’m not in a position to be doing subscription-based works & would also like to better sort out my boundaries before even considering (ie: I don’t want anything that could potentially lead to people feeling entitled to my attention).

I still want to try pushing for commissions & freelance, even with a lack of success over the past few years. Though I also want to look more into online shops & tabling since last year, all of the money I made from art was from IRL sales. So it’s a matter finding those events that are original-art & zine friendly (I’m uninterested in monetizing fanart beyond commissions. Fanart to me = Personal art & I’d like to keep it that way). As well as researching more into online shops as a means to get things out there outside of the convention space.

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Better-establish OC Lore & Worlds

This one is likely gonna be harder than it sounds. Because on one hand I am excited about these project, but I’ve always struggled with getting ideas-to-paper. While I don’t want to claim much since I don’t have an official diagnosis as of writing, I’m very sure I have ADHD meaning getting down schedules, and getting projects done before I jump to another interest has been a long-term struggle. It’s part of what hampered PC-Mania & reach, and hampers my ability to put more info about the projects I’m working on & are excited about (hell last year, I think I ended up drawing Io way more than art for said projects…).

I don’t know if there’s any “ADHD-friendly guides to maintaining projects before you forget them” out there (I’d argue most project guides & tips I’ve seen don’t consider it), so I’m pretty sure I’m on my own in this department. Currently I’m thinking about leveraging my website for this since it’s meant to be a work archive as is, and even if progress is inconsistent it’ll at least give me a central hub to link back to.

If you are curious, the main one I want to establish is Doverhill! It’s where a PC-Mania takes place for reference, and it’s set in modern times in the fictional town of Doverhill MA. Perfectly normal, except for the occasional paranormal encounter. The main cast that has to deal with them are a group of friends & neighbors who live in an apartment complex together. Story-wise it’s an episodic comedy about the sheer absurdity that is life. Even if it’s not a hard world-building project, it deserves a central hub to link back to.

The other one I’m debating on is Fang and Iron, a dark-sci-fantasy world building project about demon-hunting androids. But I think it needs more time in the oven, and I don’t plan on making it a main focus for a long time.

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Learn Blender for making assets & Blocking

I’ve thought about the other skills I’d like to strengthen & learn for future projects, notably writing skills, drawing mecha, desktop publishing software, and 3D. But I picked learning 3D, since I feel like this one will have a ton of versatility in terms of making references for myself. If you’re wondering using 3D assets for references is extremely common, especially within the world of comics where you need to re-draw backgrounds and props. So having knowledge on how to block out scenes in blender will help massively in the long run, especially when my schedule starts filling up again.

(now I just need to finish that donut)

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Shorter Comic Project?

I’m considering this one optional, but if I can squeeze in another smaller 8-16pg comic or zine along the lines of 9:15 Slushie I’d like to. I have an Idea I want to do for it (an idea that existed before 9:15 slushie did!) so the next step is carving out time to make it happen

Those are my main art goals of 2024. For the other 3 main resolutions of mine, I’ll list a short summary of those instead:

Get a job alongside art (I’ll need it. Bills be upon me + even with help from family members, I’d like to transition into being self-sustaining & be able to front the costs for my supplies & projects going forward)

Get my Drivers License (Also needed, especially if I want to continue tabling & other hobbies, and for getting to whatever job I end up at)

Get better at IIDX (and by extension BMS) so I can say I suck at normal 7’s vs normal 4’s lol (my only “hobby” goal of this year. I’ve wanted to get into IIDX for a long time too, so since I’m planning on getting my license & income anyways, I’ll see if I can squeeze this one in)

[rotting-in-your-arms]

Let's Plays Over the Years

Posted 23rd December 2023

I found myself thinking about how much the Let's Play format has changed over the years, and came to the conclusion that there are four main "eras" of the genre.

- The Forum Era - This era originated on Something Awful in circa 2006 credited to user "slowbeef", often using screenshots and text descriptions of the gameplay rather than recorded video or commentary. This format was very rudimentary and often, once a game was completed and discussions over, the thread would be archived and forgotten about, left to rot. The Let's Play Archive was founded in 2007 to archive these threads properly in an easily accessible manner, and later expanded to archiving the later YouTube Let's Plays.

- The Classic YouTube Era - slowbeef is also credited with spawning this circa 2007; traits common in this era include low quality video/audio, YouTube's 10 minute time limit, and little-to-no editing. Many of the games played in this era were classic Nintendo and PC games, things easily emulated and captured with free recording software.

Notable YouTubers include:

retsupurae [a duo consisting of Something Awful users slowbeef and Diabetus, with other users being featured occasionally]

Gaming Garbage [a duo consisting of the late Something Awful founder Lowtax and the disgraced Shmorky]

Chuggaaconroy, NintendoCapriSun, ProtonJon [the three forming TheRunawayGuys channel, but all having solo YT careers]

lucahjin

HCBailly

and many more.

- The Modern YouTube Era - Many would say Pewdiepie was the origin of this new era of Let's Plays on YouTube, introducing a webcam to see the player behind the gameplay (not always featured, but definitely the standard), as well as a deeper focus on PC games, especially titles from independent developers. Other YouTubers include Markiplier, jacksepticeye, CinnamonToastKen VenturianTale, ZackScottGames, Tobuscus' gameplay channel TobyGames, and several others.

An interesting difference with this era and those most popular in it is the focus on indie games, especially horror games. Like Pewdiepie playing Amnesia, or Markiplier playing SCP: Containment Breach, and of course most famously, Five Nights at Freddy's. Rarely do you see console titles, AAA games, or games from companies like Nintendo or Sega. This creates opportunities such as Markiplier's ongoing "3 Scary Games" series, with over 100 episodes and counting. In this series he features indie horror games to bring awareness to the titles and their developers, using his platform to support small creators. Other creators collaborate in this format, some of the most popular of which being Grand Theft Auto V and Gmod gameplay videos.

- The Livestreaming Era - This is a nebulous era, with the rise of Twitch (and YouTube introducing livestreaming features to compete with them), many have taken to playing games live on air. Rather than record with live commentary to be uploaded later, this era is exclusive to playing live with audience (chat) interaction and discussion. Many people who got their start in the modern YT era, and even some from the classic era, have migrated to streaming. One benefit of streaming over prerecording is the ability to generate more content; one can stream gameplay for a sum of hours, upload the VOD, and then edit it down into highlight videos (and in the current YouTube landscape, Shorts). Streaming also allows for multiple sources of income, being able to take Twitch subscriptions, donations, or even on-stream sponsorships, on top of YouTube's standard ad revenue (and sponsors there, too). Although, due to the nature of online content creation, this is always a gamble- making money is never guaranteed and many creators have a lot of luck (or networking) on their side when they finally make their break (of course, this applies to the prior two eras, but the prospect of making content creation a job is much more realistic today than it was back then).

I personally grew up with the "classic era", seeing a lot of the modern era too. I was kinda right in-between them, I watched a lot of NCS, RunawayGuys, ScykohPlays if anyone remembers him (though he was actually a few years later), and then Pewdiepie got big. I remember spending a lot of time watching Happy Wheels videos from Pewdiepie, TobyGames, a lot of Markiplier's SCP Containment Breach series and obviously his FNAF playthroughs (I actually rewatched his SCP series a few years back, it was fun). I really respect Mark for showing off indie devs' work on his channel, he's kind of been doing it since he started but he's put more focus on it. I also think it's really interesting that you rarely see him play anything triple-A, same with the other big channels of those years. It makes me wonder if he's ever played Resident Evil or Silent Hill or something, like old PSX or PS2 horror games.

Anyway, sorry for the sort of "stream of consciousness" blogpost. And the lack of site updates in the past couple months. Life hasn't been treating me very well lately. Maybe I'll write a blogpost about it someday. I just felt like writing about something that made me feel a little happy :D.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays too, almost forgot to say that.

[govindhtech]

IBM Maximo AWS Deployment Strategies

The Business Value of IBM Maximo, a recent IDC report that surveyed 9 companies with an average of 8,500 employees, found that adopting IBM Maximo resulted in a business benefit of USD 14.6 million per year per organization, 43% less unplanned downtime, and USD 8.6 million in total equipment cost avoidances.

One comprehensive, cloud-based application platform for asset monitoring, management, predictive maintenance, and reliability planning is IBM Maximo Application Suite (MAS). Maximo optimizes performance, extends asset lifecycles, and reduces downtime and costs for high-value assets using AI and analytics. Hosting Maximo on a scalable infrastructure maximizes performance, hence the current tendency is to shift it to the cloud. In this trip, MAS migration and deployment on AWS Cloud are gaining popularity.

The growing demand for Maximo AWS Cloud migration

Migrating to cloud helps enterprises improve operational resilience and dependability while updating software with minimal effort and infrastructure constraints. Due to the growing demand for data-driven asset management, firms must aggregate data from diverse departments to identify trends, generate predictions, and make better asset management decisions.

Last April, IBM said Maximo 7.6 and add-on support would stop in September 2025. All Maximo EAM customers must upgrade to the latest cloud-based MAS. Maximo migration and modernization are become increasingly significant to clients.

IBM has released new containerized versions of Maximo Application Suite as a Service (MAS SaaS) on AWS Marketplace with Bring Your Own License (BYOL) to assist Maximo migration to AWS. MAS SaaS on AWS is another milestone in Maximo’s integration of Monitor, Health, and Visual Inspection into a unified suite.

What makes MAS SaaS distinct

IBM Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) specialists use best practices to continuously maintain and administer MAS SaaS, a subscription-based AWS service. This partnership gives customers an industry-leading IBM asset management system underpinned by AWS’s size, agility, and cost-efficiency.

Upgrades and migrations to MAS 8 are possible with MAS SaaS. The data update is similar to prior upgrades, but ROSA and other dependencies require architecture changes. The migration is comparable to how clients transitioned from on-premise to Maximo EAM SaaS Flex, but with MAS changes. Perpetual on-premises customers would stop paying Service & Support (S&S) and purchase a SaaS subscription, on-premises Subscription License customers would start a new subscription, and existing MAS Flex and MAS Managed Service customers would start a new subscription to migrate to MAS SaaS.

Our IBM Consulting Cloud Accelerator (ICCA) technology lets firms plan migration and upgrade strategies before investing.

Maximo migration strategy of a global energy firm

IBM worked closely with an energy company confronting the following challenges:

Infrastructure needed for latest Maximo version takes longer.

WebSphere, Maximo’s core, experienced high-availability and performance difficulties.

Lack of data fabric and integration layer hinders cross-application data interchange.

Complex setup, failures, and security with manual end-to-end deployment.

Since Maximo Application Suite 8 (MAS8) tackles industry issues like failure risk, escalating maintenance costs, sustainability, and compliance laws, the customer chose it. The client chose AWS Cloud for its deployment flexibility, scalability, high availability, and secure architecture. 

Approach to solution

This is how IBM accelerated the energy company’s Maximo move to AWS:

Used Infra as a code to upgrade Maximo from 7.6.0.9 to 7.6.1.2.

IaC allowed instance spin-up for auto scaling. This automation reduces the time to spin up and execute the new environment and addresses multi-AWS availability zone deployment latency.

Used AWS DMS for data migration and schema conversion.

IaC spun the DR environment on demand to reduce database replication (DR) infrastructure and expense. DR capabilities update data in availability zone and DR area.

Achieved data exchange across applications using IBM Cloud Pak for Data and standardized integration using IBM Cloud Pak for Integration components.

Solution components

Maximum Enterprise Application Management (EAM) has a 3-tier design with these components:

HTTP/Web Tier and Application Tier using IBM WebSphere and HIS installed EC2 instance under private subnet for application security.

Database Tier uses AWS Oracle RDS with replication for DR under private subnet.

AWS best practices were used to configure VPC with public and private subnets.

Application servers and deployment manager were autoscaled by Auto Scaling Group. 

Maximum web-based UI resolution for external access using AWS Route 53.

WAF was the initial line of defense against web exploits.

Integration of Terraform and CFT IaC scripts provided autoscaling architecture.

AWS Reference Architecture

Max on RedHat OpenShift Service on AWS (ROSA) helps clients

Containerized MAS 8.0 runs on RedHat OpenShift. AWS, IBM, and RedHat developed an IBM MAS on ROSA reference architecture to help customers inexperienced with production containerization. ROSA, a fully managed, turnkey application platform, supports IBM MAS configuration and offloads cluster lifecycle management to RedHat and AWS, allowing organizations to focus on application deployment and innovation. This means IBM MAS clients don’t need to develop, administer, or maintain RedHat OpenShift clusters.

Operating Model and Maximo Migration

Top 3 Maximo AWS migration accelerators

Clients can migrate to the cloud using three IBM MAS deployment methods on AWS Cloud:

ROSA-powered MAS SaaS on AWS

ROSA-powered AWS MAS

Customer-hosted ROSA

Why use customer-hosted ROSA

The customer-hosted ROSA option for hosting IBM MAS in a customer’s VPC with ROSA is powerful. ROSA is perfect for MAS deployments because it seamlessly deploys, scales, and manages containerized applications.

The benefits of this choice are enormous. Full control over the infrastructure while still subject to the organization’s monitoring, controls, and governance standards allows businesses to customize and adjust the environment to their needs. This control includes adding MAS integrations and enforcing cloud security and governance requirements. ROSA charges are combined into one AWS bill and drawn from any AWS enterprise agreement, simplifying financial management.

AWS enterprise agreements and Compute Savings Plans offer infrastructure savings for MAS implementations. Because the ROSA cluster operates under the customer’s AWS account, customers can buy upfront ROSA contracts and get a one-year or three-year ROSA service charge discount.

Why IBM for Maximo AWS migration?

Any modernization effort must include cloud migration. Cloud migration is not a one-size-fits-all method, and each organization faces unique cloud adoption difficulties.

IBM Consulting’s Application Modernization offering helps clients migrate and modernize AWS applications faster, cheaper, and more efficiently, reducing technical debt and accelerating digital initiatives while minimizing business risk and improving business agility.

IBM offers unique cloud migration services to accelerate customer application migration to AWS:

Cloud migration factory capabilities including proven frameworks and processes, automation, migrating templates, security policies, and AWS-specific migration squads speed up delivery.

IBM Garage Methodology, IBM’s cloud services delivery capabilities, ROSA, and AWS Migration tools and accelerators accelerate migration and cloud adoption.

ICCA, IBM’s proprietary framework for migration and modernization, reduces risk. ICCA for AWS Cloud automates various modernization procedures, simplifying and speeding up company agility. Before investing, businesses can plan migration and modernization strategies. Discover IBM Consulting Cloud Accelerator for AWS Cloud.

Our well-defined pattern-based migration methodology includes re-factor, re-platform, and containerization using AWS managed services and industry-leading tools to remove and optimize technical debt.

Finally, IBM offers customizable t-shirt-sized price models for small, medium, and large migration sizes, ensuring clients’ migration scope is obvious.

IBM helps clients migrate applications, like Maximo to AWS Cloud

In conclusion, clients seek IBM’s expertise to:

1.Upgrade Maximo 7.6x (expiring 2025) to MAS 8. 

2.On-premise workload to AWS Cloud for elastic, scalable, and highly available infrastructure and runtime

IBM Consulting can help

AWS Premier Partner IBM Consulting accelerates hybrid cloud journeys on the AWS Cloud by leveraging business and IT transformation skills, processes, and tools from many industries. On AWS Cloud, IBM’s security, enterprise scalability, and open innovation with Red Hat OpenShift enable enterprises grow swiftly.

BM Consulting develops cloud-native apps in AWS Cloud with 21,000+ AWS-certified cloud practitioners, 17 validated SDD programs, and 16 AWS competencies. IBM Consulting is the best AWS partner due to acquisitions like Nordcloud and Taos, advancements at IBM Research, and co-development with AWS.

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[seralica]

In case anyone would like something to submit to the form, below is what I (as a long time supporter of creators on Patreon) have submitted. Feel free to use as a template and change as necessary. (This is mostly about how I hate the subscription billing model as a supporter tbh)

subject: Patrons dislike this change and will leave the platform

FORM SUBMISSION:

As a longtime Patron with your platform, I am extremely unhappy about the site-wide forced switch to subscription billing. If this goes forward, I will be looking for alternative ways to support the creators that I currently support on Patreon.

An initial draw to Patreon for me was the ability to get one bill on a predictable day (ie the 1st) of every month. It is convenient to have expenses collated, and was a benefit over existing services at the time that did not collate billing.

Recently, when I have subscribed to creators that use subscription billing, it has been ACTIVELY FRUSTRATING to me. I do not want to be billed multiple times a month by Patreon. At the very least, I want the ability to set the date on which I am billed, so that I as a consumer can opt to do what is convenient. I had already decided to only subscribe to new creators on the first of every month in response to finding out that I could not change the date.

Hearing that everyone will be migrated to this explicitly inconvenient model is frustrating as a Patron. Additionally, I am hearing from creators that this change will significantly impact their revenue through the platform.

I comprehend that Apple’s requirements may make other models difficult without the app. HOWEVER, responding by changing everyone site-wide, including those who do not, will not, and will never interact with Patreon by way of the app, is frankly nonsensical.

I would propose the alternative of simply proceeding with what you have stated is your plan for non-subscription billing users if they opt to keep their model for as long as possible:

“ If you remain on a billing model other than subscription billing after November 2024, your existing members will not experience any changes, but new fans will lose the ability to purchase a membership in the iOS app (until you switch or are migrated to subscription billing).”

Give creators options. Let them choose if they want the option to accept subscriptions through iOS. Let them choose if they want to keep another model. They are adults capable of making these decisions for themselves.

If you force creators and Patrons to use a rolling billing model, huge numbers of us WILL be searching for alternatives, because Patreon will have removed its competitive advantage.

Please think about whether this would be good for your business.

Thank you for considering.

Hey, so, Patreon is lying to you about Apple forcing their hand.

Patreon is getting rid of 1st-of-the-month/per-creation billing, claiming a new decision by Apple has forced their hand. This will hurt a lot of creatives, and their excuse is bullshit. Allow me to explain.

In 2018, Patreon tried to impose a new ill-considered fee structure on everyone that would have cost creators a lot of smaller pledges. They ended up apologizing for this profusely; they have now deleted this apology from their website and unfortunately I was unable to find it on the Internet Archive. This was shameful, but to their credit they backed off quickly when things got ugly.

Back in 2021, Patreon discussed plans to force all creators into a rolling bill structure and get rid of first-of-the-month/pay-up-front billing. The community once again very decisively shouted them down, and they had to walk it back again. This whole fiasco damaged the already shaky trust between Patreon creators and staff.

This week, Patreon announced that, along with extra fees, Apple's policies were supposedly forcing them to move everyone over to the rolling fee structure that they first tried to get us to agree to in 2021. Patreon will tell you they are not happy about this. As a person who spent a long time watching Patreon make terrible decisions, I can tell you-- they are probably very happy about this, because it's exactly the smokescreen they needed to do what they've been trying to do for years, which is pull ALL Patreon creators away from 1st-of-the-month and per-creation billing.

The spin in the news I've seen so far is "Apple bullies Patreon, boo hoo hoo poor Patreon". This is very obviously not what's happening. Mind you: Apple does suck, and they are doing something bad here. Fuck apple. But Patreon and Apple are BOTH the asshole in this situation; Everyone Sucks Here. Patreon has options: they can make the iOS app a reader app and do billing through the browser to avoid the restrictions and the extra fees (Netflix and Amazon, notably, both do this), or they can allow creators to opt-out of iOS billing if they want to use billing models that don't work with it.

It seems most likely to me that the Apple situation is a real fire that Patreon has chosen to use as a convenient smokescreen to do what they've been wanting to do since at least 2021, and maybe since 2018.

What do we do?:

They have a feedback form specifically about this.

They also have a creator discord.

And they have lots of social media pages where they probably really, really hope that this doesn't blow up again, because they never learn. The incidents I've described here aren't the only two other times Patreon has pissed off their creators. They know if they don't contain the noise it'll be harder to get away with it, so make some noise. They've done a lot of work to spin this cleverly so you'll have sympathy for them and they won't get the kind of backlash they know they deserve.

Please don't misuse these links and make threats or spam or something. All you have to do is give well-reasoned feedback. Patreon hates feedback. Make sure they get a nice heaping helping of their least favorite vegetable.

[tonymattny]

How ideyaLabs Redefines OTT App Development in 2025: A Future-Proof Blueprint for Streaming Excellence

OTT app development stands at the heart of digital transformation in 2025. Streaming content has become the primary mode of entertainment, learning, and communication. ideyaLabs leads this evolution by developing robust, innovative, and scalable OTT platforms for organizations across industries. This blog unveils ideyaLabs’ approach to OTT app development, highlights game-changing features and illustrates the opportunities that strategic OTT solutions unlock for creators, businesses, and audiences worldwide.

What OTT App Development Means in the Age of On-Demand Streaming

OTT stands for “over-the-top,” referencing the delivery of media content directly to viewers via the internet. Cable and satellite subscriptions no longer dictate access to desired movies, shows, or live events. ideyaLabs builds OTT platforms that bridge creators and audiences seamlessly. Engaging content streams directly to viewers’ smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and computers without interruptions or limitations.

OTT app development integrates flexibility, scalability, and user-centric design. ideyaLabs empowers brands to shape their digital presence, maximize monetization, and deliver a superior user experience.

Why Businesses Choose ideyaLabs for OTT App Development in 2025

Businesses embrace OTT platforms as essential digital assets. ideyaLabs crafts applications that increase reach, support global scalability, and provide robust analytics. Organizations create sustainable revenue streams through subscriptions, advertising, and pay-per-view models.

ideyaLabs aligns every project closely with client objectives. Brand identity thrives through custom interfaces and adaptive streaming experiences. Content owners attract and retain larger audiences. Enterprise-level security safeguards proprietary content and user data. Market-leading performance and reliability define every ideyaLabs OTT solution.

Strategic Steps in ideyaLabs OTT App Development Process

ideyaLabs first collects exhaustive business requirements. Detailed market and audience research determines user needs and competitor positioning. Teams design UI/UX that prioritizes intuitive navigation, content discoverability, and brand appeal.

Developers utilize state-of-the-art frameworks and cloud architecture. ideyaLabs delivers fast, stable, and scalable applications. Testing teams ensure applications are bug-free, secure, and ready for high-traffic streaming. Support staff handle post-launch scaling and maintenance.

Innovative Features That Set ideyaLabs OTT Apps Apart

ideyaLabs integrates multi-device compatibility. Users access content on any preferred device. Adaptive bitrate streaming maintains consistent quality regardless of network speed. Personalized recommendations drive engagement and user satisfaction.

User profiles and watchlists foster deeper relationships with content. Advanced search and categorization make exploration effortless. Robust content management systems empower organizations to add, update, or remove shows in real-time.

Advanced video encryption and DRM protect intellectual property. Payment gateway integration supports one-time purchases, recurring subscriptions, and ad-based monetization in a secure environment. Detailed analytics dashboards provide actionable insights on viewer preferences and content performance.

Customization and Branding: ideyaLabs Approach to Uniqueness

ideyaLabs champions custom OTT app development that places the brand at center stage. Design choices align with business vision, from color schemes to navigation and homepage layouts. Organizations deploy unique video libraries, feature sets, and monetization paths.

White-label OTT solutions let businesses launch branded platforms faster. ideyaLabs handles content migration and third-party integration with minimal disruption. Organizations tailor every user touchpoint to their audience.

OTT Monetization Trends in 2025

ideyaLabs creates OTT apps equipped for evolving monetization models. Subscription-based platforms deliver steady monthly revenue. Advertising-supported offerings reach wider audiences and generate ad impressions. Pay-per-view systems let users unlock exclusive content for a fee. Hybrid models blend several streams, providing flexibility for diverse markets.

Every monetization approach integrates seamlessly into ideyaLabs OTT solutions. Security and compliance remain paramount at each step.

Unrivaled User Experience Through ideyaLabs Design

User experience makes or breaks platform loyalty. ideyaLabs engineers interfaces that highlight fresh releases, trending shows, and personalized picks. Engaging micro-interactions and visually striking layouts foster content discovery.

Multilingual support invites users from multiple regions. Accessible design ensures differently-abled users enjoy uninterrupted service. Lightning-fast load times and minimal buffering keep users satisfied and coming back.

Advanced Security and Privacy in Streaming Solutions

Security defines audience trust and content owner peace of mind. ideyaLabs implements end-to-end encryption, meticulous rights management, and reliable authentication. The company complies with international data privacy regulations, safeguarding user identities and content at every digital checkpoint.

Admins monitor every piece of content. Owners retain rights and configure geographic restrictions when needed. Auditing tools enhance compliance and enable transparent reporting.

Scalability and Performance Engineering for Growing Platforms

Scalability ensures OTT platforms thrive as user bases, content libraries, and streaming demands grow. ideyaLabs adopts cloud-native architectures and scalable content delivery networks. Organizations handle millions of concurrent viewers with confidence.

API-first engineering enables easy integration with payment processors, marketing tools, and third-party systems. ideyaLabs builds applications ready to expand with business ambitions.

Comprehensive Analytics for Data-Driven Content Strategy

Analytics drive content and marketing strategies. ideyaLabs provides granular real-time dashboards detailing view counts, subscription trends, user retention, and engagement statistics. Businesses optimize catalogs, target unpredictable user churn, and analyze revenue streams.

These data-driven insights support acquisition, engagement, and conversion campaigns. ideyaLabs ensures clients build platforms that adapt and evolve, maximizing market opportunities.

Embracing Tomorrow: ideyaLabs and the Future of OTT App Development

Innovation shapes the next era of OTT app development. ideyaLabs leverages artificial intelligence and automation to personalize recommendations, automate workflows, and segment audiences. Interactive live streaming enriches sports, events, and educational experiences.

Virtual reality and augmented reality become new frontiers for immersive storytelling. ideyaLabs guides partner organizations through every technological leap, ensuring platforms stay on the leading edge.

The ideyaLabs Difference in OTT App Development Partnerships

Technical expertise, market vision, and a personalized approach define ideyaLabs. Teams handle every task, from ideation to post-launch scaling and 24/7 support. ideyaLabs values communication, transparency, and measurable client success.

The company delivers fully customized, branded, and feature-rich OTT applications, driving value for creators, enterprises, and end-users alike. ideyaLabs measures achievement by user growth, engagement, and realizing business objectives.

Transform Your Streaming Vision into Reality with ideyaLabs

OTT app development drives digital transformation in 2025. ideyaLabs empowers businesses, educators, and content creators to launch and scale winning streaming solutions. Clients unlock paths to monetization, audience expansion, and digital leadership.

ideyaLabs makes streaming platforms secure, user-friendly, and adaptable for the future. The team serves as your guide to conquering the OTT landscape and bringing bold entertainment ideas to global audiences. Reach out to ideyaLabs and turn your streaming vision into lasting impact.

[ioweb3tech]

Web3 Development Company: Building the Decentralized Future of the Internet

The internet is evolving, and at the heart of this transformation is Web3—a decentralized, user-centric version of the web powered by blockchain technology, smart contracts, and digital ownership. As businesses, startups, and creators race to adopt this next-gen infrastructure, the demand for a skilled, visionary Web3 development company has never been higher.

Whether you're launching a DeFi app, NFT marketplace, decentralized identity solution, or integrating blockchain into existing platforms, choosing the right Web3 development company is key to unlocking the full potential of this new digital era.

What is Web3 and Why Does It Matter?

Web3, often referred to as the decentralized web, is built on the foundation of blockchain and cryptographic technologies. Unlike Web2, where centralized platforms control data and infrastructure, Web3 allows users to own and control their digital presence, assets, and interactions.

Key pillars of Web3 include:

Decentralization: No central authority. Peer-to-peer networks rule.

Tokenization: Native digital assets enable new business models.

Trustless Systems: Smart contracts automate trust and transactions.

User Ownership: From identity to assets, users retain control.

As adoption grows across industries like finance, gaming, supply chain, and social media, more businesses are turning to Web3 solutions to future-proof their operations.

Why You Need a Web3 Development Company

Building in Web3 is not like building in traditional Web2. It requires expertise in blockchain protocols, cryptography, token standards, and decentralized infrastructure. A professional Web3 development company offers:

Blockchain Architecture Design (Ethereum, Solana, Polygon, etc.)

Smart Contract Development & Auditing

DeFi, NFT, DAO Platform Development

Tokenomics & Token Integration

Cross-Chain Interoperability

dApp Frontend & Backend Engineering

They don’t just write code—they build ecosystems that are secure, scalable, and aligned with your business goals.

How Web3 Connects with AI and SaaS

Today’s most forward-thinking platforms are combining Web3 with other emerging technologies like AI product development and cloud-based SaaS.

AI + Web3: Intelligent decentralized agents, fraud detection, automated governance.

Web3 + SaaS: Subscription models enhanced by token economics, decentralized identity for access control.

Working with SaaS experts and AI engineers in tandem with Web3 developers enables the creation of smart, secure, and autonomous platforms tailored for the future.

Use Cases for Web3 Development

Here’s where a professional Web3 development company can truly make an impact:

🔗 DeFi (Decentralized Finance)

Create platforms for lending, staking, and yield farming with smart contract automation.

🎨 NFTs & Digital Ownership

Build marketplaces, minting platforms, and unique digital collectibles that redefine ownership.

🛡️ Identity & Security

Decentralized identifiers (DIDs) and verifiable credentials for secure digital identity systems.

🌐 DAOs & Governance

Decentralized Autonomous Organizations for transparent, rule-based governance.

🎮 GameFi & Metaverse

NFT integration and blockchain-based economies for next-gen gaming and immersive virtual worlds.

Businesses integrating these Web3 applications often hire developers who specialize in both blockchain and traditional development stacks to create seamless hybrid platforms.

Traits of a Reliable Web3 Development Company

When choosing a Web3 partner, look for:

Experience Across Chains: Ethereum, Solana, Binance Smart Chain, Avalanche, etc.

Security-First Approach: Audited smart contracts and secure deployment pipelines.

Agile Methodology: Rapid prototyping, MVP launch, and iterative development.

Multi-Disciplinary Teams: Blockchain experts, product designers, cloud architects, and compliance strategists.

Post-Launch Support: Upgrades, token migration, community-building tools.

You want more than coders—you want builders who understand the decentralized economy.

The Future of Web3 is Now

Web3 is not a fad; it's a paradigm shift. From startups experimenting with tokenized ecosystems to Fortune 500 companies investing in decentralized infrastructure, the Web3 movement is changing how the internet is built and experienced.

Innovative organizations are already leveraging AI product development alongside Web3 to build smart contract systems that learn and evolve, creating decentralized apps that adapt to user behavior and market conditions.

By combining the forces of AI, Web3, and SaaS, businesses can build platforms that are smart, autonomous, and unstoppable.

Final Thoughts

As we move toward a decentralized, trustless, and token-powered future, partnering with a trusted Web3 development company is no longer optional—it’s essential.

Whether you’re a founder launching a disruptive dApp, an enterprise transitioning to blockchain-backed systems, or an innovator blending AI product development with decentralized technology, the right Web3 team can bring your vision to life.Don’t just build software—build the future.Hire developers with deep Web3 expertise, collaborate with SaaS experts, and shape tomorrow’s internet today.

[medibest1]

Why MediBest Leads in Hospital System Software

Hospitals face tighter margins, rising patient expectations, and stricter data-privacy rules. A powerful, future-ready hospital management system software is now the backbone of safe, efficient care. MediBest—India’s most comprehensive hospital software company—unites every clinical, administrative, and financial workflow on one secure platform, giving hospitals an edge today and tomorrow.

What Makes MediBest the Benchmark in Healthcare Management Systems

MediBest was built for real-world hospital pressures: high footfall, complex specialties, and multi-location growth.

Core Modules of MediBest Healthcare Management System Software

MediBest’s healthcare management system software ships with every module hospitals need—no bolt-ons:

Electronic Health Records & CPOE for real-time, error-free documentation.

AI-driven scheduling that balances beds, staff, and theatres.

Integrated billing & claims with payer rules to cut denials.

Pharmacy, inventory & biomedical tracking to curb leakage.

Analytics dashboards comparing live KPIs against national benchmarks.

MediBest encrypts every transaction end-to-end, logs all access, and supports role-based permissions. Quarterly updates keep your hospital aligned with NABH, HIPAA, and upcoming EU AI rules. Bi-directional HL7/FHIR interfaces healthcare management system software near me ensure seamless data flow to labs, imaging, national registries, and public-health portals.

Rapid Implementation Roadmap

Define success metrics—LOS, claim cycle, infection rate.

Phase migration—start with EHR; add billing and inventory next.

Parallel runs to validate data accuracy.

Role-specific training for faster adoption.

Post-go-live audits every 30 days to refine workflows.

MediBest’s specialists handle mapping, testing, and onsite coaching, so IT teams stay focused on care delivery. Click here :

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is hospital management system software critical today? It digitizes every workflow—appointments, orders, billing—cutting delays and errors, while giving leaders real-time data to make better decisions.

2. How does MediBest differ from other hospital software companies? MediBest offers a single-platform solution with native PACS, mobile apps, and machine integrations, backed by local 24 × 7 support and modular pricing.

3. Can small hospitals afford MediBest healthcare management system software? Yes. Subscription tiers and lightweight cloud deployment let community hospitals start small and expand features as they grow.

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[sleepy-space-lizard]

Oh yeah, here's the email I got from Patreon:

Hey,

Apple is requiring that Patreon use their in-app purchasing system and remove all other billing systems from the Patreon iOS app by November 2024. This means that starting in November, new memberships purchased in the iOS app will be subject to Apple's 30% App Store fee.

‌You're currently on a first-of-the-month billing model, but Apple's in-app purchase system only supports subscription billing. Apple has made clear that if creators on Patreon continue to use unsupported billing models or disable transactions in the iOS app, we will be at risk of having the entire app removed from their App Store.

So, starting in November, your fans in the iOS app won't be able to purchase subscriptions to your membership until you switch to subscription billing. And, as a result of Apple's mandates and in order to make sure that you can continue getting new members in the iOS app, we've started a 16-month-long migration process to bring all creators onto subscription billing by November 2025. This means that your current billing model will be discontinued in November 2025.

We want to give you all of the tools and information you need to navigate this change in the least disruptive way possible.

To help you keep growing across all platforms, we're going to automatically switch you over to subscription billing in November 2024.

Once you're on subscription billing, you can control how Apple's fee is applied. You can either maintain your earnings by setting a higher price for new memberships purchased in the iOS app (default) or absorb the App Store fee yourself. Remember: the Apple fee only applies to new memberships purchased in the iOS app.

You can delay the migration to subscription billing by choosing to in your settings. The deadline to delay the migration to subscription billing is November 1, 2024.

If you delay, you'll be able to stay on your current billing model until November 2025, but Apple's mandate still applies. Come November 2024, your fans won't be able to purchase memberships in the iOS app until you switch to subscription billing.

We want to do absolutely everything we can to make sure that these changes are as smooth as possible for you, your fans, and your business. We didn't choose this path, but we're focusing our resources on making subscription billing an even better experience for creators and fans. This will take time and we're committed to making it happen for every creator. In the coming months, expect to hear more from us as we bring together communities of creators on first-of-the-month billing to talk about migration tips, keep you up-to-date with reminders and notifications, and share more resources to support you through the billing model change. We'll be in touch soon.

Please don't use the Patreon app on any iPhone. Apple is charging Patreon users an additional 30% fee.

Patreon is the main source of income for many creators and not everyone can afford an extra 30% on top of what they're already paying.

This is 100% corporate greed and it hurts all of us. If you can avoid using the iPhone Patreon please do so.

[hollymindstechnologies]

The ways to develop a website

You can approach various ways to developer website but depending on your goals, technical skill, and also resources. Below is an overview of the primary methods to develop a website:

1. Using website builders

Website builders are allow you to create website without calling knowledge and it is user friendly platform also. They offer pre designed templates and drag and drop interfaces.

• Popular tools: wordpress. com, shopify for eCommerce, wix, squarespace etc.

• How it works:

° You can choose the template that you want.

° Customize the design, layout and also content with using visual editor of the platform.

° You can also add forms, eCommerce, or blogs to plugins or also in built tools.

° Then publish the site with hosting that provided by the platform.

• Pros:

° No coding required and it is beginner friendly.

° Fast setup and development.

° Hosting, security and also updates are included.

• Cons:

°Compared to coding it have limited customisation.

° Monthly subscription costs.

° Migrating can be challenging because of platform dependency.

2. Content management system(CMS)

It require minimal coding and it allows you to manage website content efficiently with the customizable themes and plugins.

• Popular tools: wordpress. org, Joomla, drupal

• How it works:

° Install the CMS on a web server.

° With the basic coding or in built tool, you can select a theme and customize.

° To add functionality you can use plugins.

° Then you can manage content through dashboard.

• Pros:

° It is flexible and scalable and also it have thousands of themes and plugins.

° Provide community support and resources.

° It is useful for portfolios or blogs and also Complex sites.

• Cons:

° You should require some technical knowledge for the set up and maintenance.

° It have hosting and domain cost.

° It need security updates as also backups.

3. Coding from scratch (custom development)

Build a website with the raw code, it can give you complete control over design and functionality.

• Technologies:

° Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript.

° Backend: python, PHP, Ruby, and node. JS

° Database: MySQL, mongoDB,postgreSQL.

° Tools: code editor, hosting, version control.

• How it works:

° You can design the site structure and visuals by using HTML/ CSS/ or JavaScript.

° For dynamic features build back end logic.

° You can connect to a database for data storage.

• Pros:

° Offers full customisation and flexibility.

° Unique functionality and also optimized performance.

° No platform restrictions.

• Cons:

° It requires coding expertise.

° Costly and also time intensive.

° Require ongoing maintenance such as security, updates.

4. Static site generator

It can create fast, and also secure website by pre rendering HTML files. It is useful for Blogs, or portfolios.

• Popular tools: Hugo, Jekyll, Next. js.

• How it works:

° You can write content in markdown or also similar format.

° Use template to generate static HTML, CSS, or JavaScript files.

° Use hosting platform like netlify,or vercel.

• Pros:

° It is fast and Secure and no server side processing.

° It provide free or low cost hosting.

° Easy to scale.

• Cons:

° It has Limited functionality.

° It required some technical knowledge.

5. Headless CMS with frontend frameworks

A headless CMS can provide a backend for content management with the conctent frontend for flexibility.

• Popular tools:

° Headless CMS: Strapy, contentful etc.

° Frontend framework: React, Vue. js etc

• How it works:

° To manage content via APIs, use headless CMS.

° With JavaScript framework built a custom frontend.

° To display the dynamic content connect both via APIs.

• Pros:

° Very much flexible and scalable.

° Allowing reuse across platforms such as web, mobile.

° Modern and also performant.

• Cons:

° It require coding skill and also familiarity with APIs.

° The setup can be complex.

6. Hiring a developer or agency

If you don't have time or lack of Technical skill, you can you can hire developer or agency.

• How it work:

° For custom development you can higher freelancers or agencies.

° They can provide your requirement such as design , features, and budget.

° In collaborate on design and functionality then launch the website.

• Pros:

° They provide professional result with your needs.

° Save time.

• Cons:

° Cost can be higher.

° Depend on third parties for maintenance.

7. Low code platforms

Low code platforms fill the gap between no code Builders and custom coding. And they offering visual development with the coding flexibility.

• Popular tools: bubble, Adalo, Outsystems.

• How it works:

° To design and configure the site, use Visual interface.

° And some custom code for specific features.

° Use built in or external hosting.

• Pros:

° It is faster than coding from scratch.

° You can offer more customizable than website Builders.

• Cons:

° Learning curve for advanced features.

° Require subscription or hosting cost.

Choosing the right method

• Beginners: if you are a beginner you can start the with the website Builders or wordpress.

• Budget conscious: if you are conscious about your budget you can use static site generators or also free CMS options.

• Developers: opt for custom coding or headless CMS for whole control.

• Businesses: for businesses, it is good to consider hiring professionals or using scalable CMS platform.

If you are looking for a website development with design, it is smart to work with an experienced agency. HollyMinds Technologies is a great choice, because they are the best website development company in Pune, and they make websites that are perfectly coded and structured to stand the test of time. The algorithms are set to bring visitors from across the globe. A structured website with right content, can bring more visitors to your business.

[eshare]

The Three Main Cloud Service Models Explained: IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS

Cloud computing, which offers scalable and adaptable resources over the internet, has completely changed how businesses operate. At its core, cloud computing offers three primary Cloud Service Models: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS). Each of these models serves to different business needs and helps organizations use technology without the burden of maintaining physical infrastructure.

As companies progressively migrate to the cloud, understanding these service models is essential. SaaS offers software solutions directly to users, PaaS improves application development and deployment, and IaaS supplies the fundamental infrastructure. Together, they form a comprehensive ecosystem that caters to diverse business functions.

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): Empowering Businesses with Flexibility

The cloud service model known as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offers virtualized computer resources via the internet. IaaS allows companies to pay for networking, servers, storage, and other IT infrastructure on a pay-per-use basis. By enabling businesses to scale their infrastructure in response to demand, this concept lessens the need for large hardware capital expenditures.

Moreover, IaaS allows businesses to quickly deploy and manage applications without the hassle of physical installations. This flexibility not only saves time but also enhances agility, enabling companies to respond to market changes more effectively. As a result, IaaS is particularly beneficial for startups and enterprises looking to innovate without the constraints of traditional infrastructure.

Platform as a Service (PaaS): Simplifying Deployment and Development.

Platform as a Service (PaaS) offers a platform allowing developers to develop, test, and deploy applications without managing their own infrastructure.. PaaS provides a comprehensive environment that includes development tools, middleware, and database management, facilitating a streamlined development process.

With PaaS, the infrastructure, scaling, and security are taken care of by the service provider, allowing developers to concentrate on coding and innovation. This not only accelerates the development cycle but also fosters collaboration among development teams across different locations. The ability to quickly iterate and deploy applications makes PaaS a compelling choice for businesses aiming to enhance their software offerings.

Software as a Service (SaaS): Revolutionizing Accessibility and Collaboration

Software as a Service (SaaS) removes the need for individual device installations by delivering software applications via the internet. Users can access these applications via web browsers, ensuring that they are always using the latest version without manual updates. By improving accessibility, this paradigm enables teams to work together in real time from many locations.

SaaS applications are often subscription-based, which provides businesses with predictable costs and the ability to scale usage according to their needs. The convenience and ease of access to software solutions have made SaaS a preferred choice for many organizations, from small startups to large enterprises. As collaboration becomes increasingly important in today’s digital workplace, SaaS stands out as a key enabler of productivity.

Choosing the Right Cloud Model: Factors to Consider for Your Business

Choosing the right cloud service model depends on several factors, including business size, industry requirements, and specific operational needs. Organizations must assess their current infrastructure, budget constraints, and long-term goals to determine the most suitable model.

For instance, startups may benefit from IaaS for its flexibility as they scale, while established businesses with development teams might lean towards PaaS for faster application deployment. On the other hand, companies seeking hassle-free software solutions could find SaaS to be the best fit. Ultimately, understanding the unique advantages of each model will guide businesses in making informed decisions that align with their strategic objectives—potentially with the help of platforms like eShare.ai that simplify collaboration and cloud integration.

[digitdigitech]

What is Shopify Used For?

Shopify is a sturdy eCommerce platform designed to simplify the process of making, coping with, and scaling online companies. Whether you’re a small startup, a longtime retail shop, or a thriving worldwide brand, Shopify equips you with all of the tools necessary to be successful in the virtual marketplace. Build, optimize, and grow your online store with trusted Shopify experts.

To maximize the ability of your on line store, partnering with a Shopify development agency in India let you personalize and scale your business efficiently. Whether you need a tailored layout, seamless integrations, or function enhancements, expert developers ensure your shop operates easily.

Key Uses of Shopify:

Creating an Online Store

Shopify gives an easy-to-use platform where you can set up a visually appealing and functional on line save without any earlier technical knowledge. From customizable issues to integrated hosting, everything is ready that will help you launch quick.

Managing Inventory and Products

Shopify’s intuitive dashboard allows you to upload products, arrange them into collections, set expenses, tune stock degrees, and more. It’s designed to make product control easy.

Processing Payments

With Shopify Payments and integrations with more than one payment gateways, you can receive payments securely from clients worldwide. Options for one-click on payments and more than one currencies decorate the purchasing enjoy.

Marketing and Analytics

Shopify consists of built-in advertising equipment like SEO, bargain codes, and email marketing integrations. Additionally, its superior analytics and reporting assist you screen income performance, customer behavior, and visitors sources. shopify expert developer tailored to take your brand further.

Expanding Sales Channels

Shopify integrates seamlessly with social media platforms, marketplaces like Amazon, or even in-man or woman point-of-sale systems, permitting you to promote wherever your clients are.

If you’re looking to optimize your Shopify shop, it’s vital to hire a Shopify developer in Mumbai who knows the platform’s talents. Professional Shopify development offerings in India permit you to enhance performance, improve consumer enjoy, and drive better conversions.

Whether you’re promoting bodily goods, digital merchandise, or subscriptions, Shopify is your all-in-one answer for building and coping with a web save.

Also Read : 90% of Brands Get This Wrong When Choosing an E-Commerce Partner

How to Seamlessly Migrate Shift4Shop to Shopify in 2025?

[edbmails25]

5 Strategic Reasons to Adopt Microsoft 365 for Enterprise IT

Enterprises today demand platforms that offer scalability, control, and long-term value. Microsoft 365 goes beyond basic productivity to deliver a unified cloud-based ecosystem that transforms how IT departments operate. For enterprise IT leaders evaluating long-term investments, Microsoft 365 offers more than just email and collaboration. It brings strategic advantages that align with modern infrastructure, compliance, and workforce agility.

1. Integrated Security and Compliance Framework

Microsoft 365 is built on a zero-trust architecture that embeds security across every layer of the platform. From endpoint protection to real-time threat detection, it provides tools like Microsoft Defender, Information Protection, and Secure Score. These capabilities help IT teams enforce identity-driven access, DLP, encryption, and regulatory compliance without relying on fragmented third-party tools such as EdbMails office 365 migration software. Whether it's GDPR or HIPAA, Microsoft 365 gives enterprises a centralized way to manage data governance across workloads.

2. Streamlined Identity and Access Management

Managing users across multiple systems often creates security gaps and administrative overhead. Microsoft 365 solves this with Azure Active Directory, which enables single sign-on, multi-factor authentication, and conditional access policies. IT teams gain complete visibility over who accesses what, from where, and under what conditions. This unified control reduces the attack surface and simplifies lifecycle management of user accounts across hybrid and remote environments.

3. Scalable Collaboration and Remote Productivity

Enterprises no longer operate in confined office spaces. Microsoft 365 provides real-time collaboration through Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive. Files are always accessible and version-controlled. Teams integrates with project workflows, third-party apps, and virtual meetings, which means IT does not need to manage multiple disconnected systems. From project execution to knowledge management, Microsoft 365 creates a consistent experience for both desk-based and remote employees.

4. Centralized Administration and Automation

Enterprise IT must scale with minimal complexity. Microsoft 365 includes the Microsoft 365 Admin Center and Power Platform, which offer centralized dashboards, automation, and reporting. Admins can deploy updates, enforce policies, and monitor usage without touching end-user machines. With tools like Power Automate and Intune, repetitive tasks can be scripted and managed with minimal human intervention. This reduces operational friction and accelerates response times during audits or incidents.

5. Future-Proof Architecture and Interoperability

Technology stacks must evolve as the business evolves. Microsoft 365 is tightly integrated with Azure and supports hybrid cloud setups. Its API-driven ecosystem enables extensibility for custom apps and industry-specific solutions. Enterprises benefit from continuous innovation without needing disruptive upgrades. New features, AI enhancements, and analytics are rolled out without downtime. IT teams can future-proof their environment while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy systems when required.

Final Thoughts

Microsoft 365 is not just another subscription service. For enterprise IT, it represents a strategic foundation that connects security, identity, collaboration, and automation in one unified platform. It reduces complexity, enhances visibility, and scales with business demands. As enterprises move toward digital maturity, adopting Microsoft 365 is not a tactical shift. It is a strategic evolution that empowers IT to lead from the front.