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BinarCode & Growee at ATIC HR & Recruitment Conference 6.0: Our Takeaways
Liza Bazilevici Liza Bazilevici
HR Growth

BinarCode & Growee at ATIC HR & Recruitment Conference 6.0: Our Takeaways

BinarCode and Growee were at ATIC HR & Recruitment Conference 6.0. Here's what we heard from the room: where HR teams actually stand on AI, what they want…

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Aligning Marketing and Product Teams: A Practical Guide for SaaS Companies
Liza Bazilevici Liza Bazilevici
Communication Marketing

Aligning Marketing and Product Teams: A Practical Guide for SaaS Companies

How to align marketing and product teams in SaaS: practical frameworks for shared roadmaps, launch messaging, and customer feedback.

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Jevons Paradox AI: Why Companies Are Hiring More Developers, Not Fewer
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
technical

Jevons Paradox AI: Why Companies Are Hiring More Developers, Not Fewer

The Jevons Paradox explains why AI isn't replacing developers — it's creating more jobs. Learn why software development hiring is growing 15% through 2034.

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Our Women in Tech: Celebrating International Women’s Day (March 8)
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
technical

Our Women in Tech: Celebrating International Women’s Day (March 8)

For March 8, meet the women in our tech teams. Their motivations, and “what if” careers - plus why representation in tech matters.

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From Developer to QA - A Career Shift
Emilia Truța Emilia Truța
Story time technical

From Developer to QA - A Career Shift

A personal story about transitioning from Frontend Developer to QA Engineer, the mindset shift behind the change, the challenges of switching careers in tech,…

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The Advantages of Having International Teams
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
business

The Advantages of Having International Teams

Discover why international teams are a strategic advantage for modern product development. A practical guide for founders, CTOs, and product leaders building…

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When Values Lead the Way: Switching from Marketing to HR
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
storytime business

When Values Lead the Way: Switching from Marketing to HR

A story about trust, internal mobility, and how supportive leadership makes role changes feel like alignment, not risk.

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Doing Agile vs. Being Agile: When Process Replaces Purpose
Alina Scutaru Alina Scutaru
Development Agile

Doing Agile vs. Being Agile: When Process Replaces Purpose

Doing Agile creates control. Being agile creates value. Why teams fail when process becomes the goal instead of the customer.

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PHP 8.5 in Laravel 12: The Quiet Upgrade That Actually Matters
Gabriel Petrescu Gabriel Petrescu
technical

PHP 8.5 in Laravel 12: The Quiet Upgrade That Actually Matters

PHP 8.5 brings the pipe operator, native URI extension, and stricter diagnostics to Laravel 12 - improving code clarity, testing stability, and maintainability.

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BinarCode 2025: Our Year of Growth, AI Innovation, and Team Evolution
Liza Bazilevici Liza Bazilevici
Development Growth

BinarCode 2025: Our Year of Growth, AI Innovation, and Team Evolution

BinarCode 2025 retrospective: AI software development breakthroughs, Laravel innovations, RestifyTemplates launch, and global client success stories.

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How Much Does It Cost to Build an AI Agent in 2025?
Liza Bazilevici Liza Bazilevici
AI Development

How Much Does It Cost to Build an AI Agent in 2025?

How much does it cost to build an AI agent in 2025? Get pricing development breakdowns, cost factors, and expert tips to optimize your budget.

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Top AI Agent Development Companies in 2025
Liza Bazilevici Liza Bazilevici
AI Development

Top AI Agent Development Companies in 2025

Looking for the best AI agent developers in 2025? Here’s a ranked list of top companies and agencies building autonomous AI agents for businesses worldwide.

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Why E2E tests are essential for web applications: Lessons from a Front-End developer
Alex Lesan Alex Lesan
e2e vue

Why E2E tests are essential for web applications: Lessons from a Front-End developer

Learn how a front-end developer uses E2E tests with Vue.js and Cypress to keep a complex B2B job platform stable, catch bugs early, and ship with confidence.

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Enterprise AI Solutions For Business Operations in 2025
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
technical

Enterprise AI Solutions For Business Operations in 2025

Discover the best enterprise AI solutions transforming business operations in 2025. Learn how AI can streamline processes & increase revenue!

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MCP Servers - Why 2025 will never be like 2025
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
technical

MCP Servers - Why 2025 will never be like 2025

I don't think we - as humans will use internet as before - we'll use interfaces, voice, text to interact with apps and websites. 21 Lessons for the 21st Century…

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Hidden Chalet, hidden talents – Our April teambuilding story
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
teambuilding fun

Hidden Chalet, hidden talents – Our April teambuilding story

From April 4 to 6, the BinarCode team escaped the usual routine for a weekend in the mountains. The destination? Hidden Chalet — a quiet, cozy spot surrounded…

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Cloud telephony: How does it work and why it is easy and secure to use
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
cloud telephony

Cloud telephony: How does it work and why it is easy and secure to use

We all know that nowadays, staying connected is more critical than ever. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a growing small business, or a private…

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Maximizing mobility: How Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) empowers remote workforces
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
Mobility Communication

Maximizing mobility: How Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) empowers remote workforces

UCaaS leverages cloud technology to offer a comprehensive suite of communication tools, including voice, video conferencing, messaging, and collaboration…

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Softphones: Cost-effective, flexible, and superior to conventional phone systems
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
softphones telephony

Softphones: Cost-effective, flexible, and superior to conventional phone systems

Softphone applications are versatile and robust VoIP tools that facilitate two-way communication via the Internet, seamlessly operating on both Windows and Mac…

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An essential guide to Technical and Security audits for your IT infrastructure
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
technical security

An essential guide to Technical and Security audits for your IT infrastructure

We all know it: the backbone of any organization lies within its IT infrastructure, a complex web of technology that demands meticulous oversight to safeguard…

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Laravel testing strategies: A developer’s guide to efficient, robust applications
Gabriel Petrescu Gabriel Petrescu
laravel testing

Laravel testing strategies: A developer’s guide to efficient, robust applications

We all know that establishing a sturdy foundation through effective testing is paramount. Laravel, an exquisite PHP framework, offers an expansive suite of…

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Click, Like, Share: The psychology behind your social media obsession
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
Psychology Social media

Click, Like, Share: The psychology behind your social media obsession

According to recent studies, in 2023, the average internet user spent 2 hours and 30 minutes daily on social media, while the average teenager spent an…

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What does data security mean in the context of ERP and how can AI predict cybersecurity trends?
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
security data

What does data security mean in the context of ERP and how can AI predict cybersecurity trends?

Hello, there! As we all already know, data security has become more than a necessity - it's an obligation. Today, we want to discuss how ERP systems not only…

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The Art of Declining: Strategies for assertive communication in business
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
business declining

The Art of Declining: Strategies for assertive communication in business

We all know that sometimes, saying "No" is not just an option, but a necessity. The ability to assertively decline requests, offers, or demands is crucial for…

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The implications of conflicts in Ukraine and Israel on small businesses and the pathway towards a resilient future
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
economy conflict

The implications of conflicts in Ukraine and Israel on small businesses and the pathway towards a resilient future

In the shadows of the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Israel, an often overlooked dimension might be: the universal and echoing impact on small businesses,…

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Psychological mechanisms: The importance of speed in websites and applications
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
psychology speed

Psychological mechanisms: The importance of speed in websites and applications

The accelerated characteristic of web pages and applications is not merely a technical matter; it envelops psychological elements which significantly influence…

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Adventure and fun at Green Resort Șuncuiuș - We talk hiking, kayaking and connecting
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
teambuilding interactive

Adventure and fun at Green Resort Șuncuiuș - We talk hiking, kayaking and connecting

Hello, everyone! We've got a wonderful story to share about our recent team-building weekend at Green Resort Șuncuiuș. No frills or extravagance, just good…

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A conversation with Victor M., one of our most valued Full Stack Developers
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
Developer Growth

A conversation with Victor M., one of our most valued Full Stack Developers

Uncover the essence of professionalism as we sit down with one of our elite full stack developers. Dive into his journey and expert insights.

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We're gearing up for GITEX once more this year!
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
TechWorld Gitex

We're gearing up for GITEX once more this year!

Hey there! We bet you've heard about GITEX! But what you probably didn't know, and we didn't either, is that GITEX was first held in 1981, making it one of the…

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Our journey with Project.co - The Next-Gen SaaS Project Management Solution
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
technical

Our journey with Project.co - The Next-Gen SaaS Project Management Solution

In this article, we will focus on our journey with Project.co, a software we worked on for more than 2,5 years. But first...what is SaaS?

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Feature Flagging in Laravel: Optimizing Development and Deployment
Victor Malai Victor Malai
technical

Feature Flagging in Laravel: Optimizing Development and Deployment

This blog post is tailored for both technical professionals, such as developers and software engineers, seeking to leverage feature flagging techniques to…

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Laravel testing file_get_contents
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
technical

Laravel testing file_get_contents

When writing tests for Laravel applications with PHPUnit, you may encounter some challenges when testing code that makes use of PHP's file_get_contents function…

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From Intern to Frontend Development Pro - Alex L.
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
interview webdev

From Intern to Frontend Development Pro - Alex L.

At BinarCode, we believe in fostering talent and providing growth opportunities for our team members. In this article, we showcase the inspiring journey of…

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Navigating Cloud Migration: Strategies for Seamless Transition and Scalability
Arthur Kirkosa Arthur Kirkosa
technical

Navigating Cloud Migration: Strategies for Seamless Transition and Scalability

Construction Partner, a comprehensive software solution tailored to meet the diverse needs of construction businesses, has been a reliable desktop application…

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Common Anti-patterns in Laravel Development
Victor Malai Victor Malai
coding laravel

Common Anti-patterns in Laravel Development

Laravel has emerged as one of the most popular PHP frameworks for web application development. It offers a wide range of features and tools that streamline the…

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Safeguarding Your Business from Cyber Threats: Best Practices for Security
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
Threat intelligence Cybersecurity

Safeguarding Your Business from Cyber Threats: Best Practices for Security

In today's digital age, ensuring the security of your business's data and online assets is more crucial than ever. Cyber threats are on the rise, and no…

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The Power of Social Media Marketing in the IT Industry
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
business

The Power of Social Media Marketing in the IT Industry

Social media has seamlessly integrated itself into our daily lives, revolutionizing the way businesses connect with their target audience. For small IT…

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Growing as a Developer at BinarCode: Diana S.
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
technical

Growing as a Developer at BinarCode: Diana S.

Allow us to present Diana Sindrilaru, PHP Backend Developer at BinarCode, and a third-year Psychology student. With an impressive six years of experience in the…

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Attracting and Retaining Top Talent in the IT Industry
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
business

Attracting and Retaining Top Talent in the IT Industry

In today's competitive IT industry, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for the success and growth of any company. In this blog post, we will outline…

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Code as poetry. How to write elegant code
Silvia Rad Silvia Rad
technical

Code as poetry. How to write elegant code

Antoine de Saint-Exupery once said: "Perfection is achieved, not when there is nothing more to add, but when there is nothing left to take away”. This can also…

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Learning curve .NET
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
technical

Learning curve .NET

Learning Curve .NET .NET is a software framework developed by Microsoft that runs primarily on Microsoft Windows. It includes a large class library known as…

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A Look Inside the Hiring Process at BinarCode
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
business

A Look Inside the Hiring Process at BinarCode

In this article, we provide an overview of the hiring process at BinarCode. From resume review to final offer, we outline the steps that we take to identify…

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Build interactive dashboards with Vue.js & Tailwindcss
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
technical

Build interactive dashboards with Vue.js & Tailwindcss

This article is a step by step guide on how you can create interactive dashboards with Vue.js, TailwindCSS and Gridstack. We will cover on how you can create…

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6 Business Strategies for Scaling Up and Succeeding
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
automation business

6 Business Strategies for Scaling Up and Succeeding

The decision to scale your business will be a pivotal moment in your business' history. Depending on your line of work, the ability to scale, and the path to…

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Project Estimation: Inhouse Software Development vs Outsourcing
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
automation business

Project Estimation: Inhouse Software Development vs Outsourcing

Developing software for your company is almost a requisite to stay afloat in the 21st century. Companies like Google, Facebook, Netflix, and Amazon have shown…

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When in doubt, learn to code.
BinarCode Team
coding interview

When in doubt, learn to code.

As we all know since the start of the Internet, programming is one of the fastest growing industry where the need for people is ever growing, and with help of…

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How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Software Engineer?
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
how-to productivity

How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Software Engineer?

The formula is simpler than it seems So, you want to create custom software to overhaul your business? Easier said than done . You’ve spent hours working,…

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What is outsourcing in software engineering?
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
nearshore offshore

What is outsourcing in software engineering?

What is outsourcing in software engineering? Outsourcing is a process by which a company hires a third-party service to handle their software development…

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What is the Average Time it takes to Hire a Software Engineer?
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
hiring software

What is the Average Time it takes to Hire a Software Engineer?

How long does it take to hire a software engineer? Here’s the short answer A study conducted by Dr. Andrew Chamberlain of glassdoor.com stated that the average…

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Best Cities For Finding Software Engineers
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
remote work cluj-napoca

Best Cities For Finding Software Engineers

Software development: it’s perhaps the fastest-growing sector of engineering that has ever existed, and one that continues to evolve at a rapid pace. The…

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How to Automate Manual Business Processes
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
automation business

How to Automate Manual Business Processes

Automation is the new paradigm Manual business processes are the dinosaurs of the global workforce. These dinosaurs have yet to go fully extinct, but we find…

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Editable interfaces with Vue.js and Tailwindcss
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
customizable interfaces tailwindcss

Editable interfaces with Vue.js and Tailwindcss

With each year, Javascript is becoming more and more popular and also more and more powerful. In the last year at BinarCode we had at least 2 projects with…

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Building draggable interfaces with Vue.js and Tailwind
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
draggable tailwindcss

Building draggable interfaces with Vue.js and Tailwind

The frontend landscape changed quite a lot in the last years (hopefully for the better). Now there are tools and technologies that help us achieve great results…

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The most powerful Laravel/PHP tool you're not using yet
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
code interpreter laravel

The most powerful Laravel/PHP tool you're not using yet

I know we all don’t have enough time! Well at least in the PHP world we finally have a solution that will save us a lot of time in the daily routine! I would…

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3 Anti-Patterns to avoid in Vue.js
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
anti-patterns frontend

3 Anti-Patterns to avoid in Vue.js

Vue.js is probably one of the most enjoyable Javascript libraries to work with. It has an intuitive api, it’s fast, easy to use and flexible. However, along…

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Laravel 5.6 Custom Monolog channel to store logs in MariaDB
Eduard Lupacescu Eduard Lupacescu
database laravel

Laravel 5.6 Custom Monolog channel to store logs in MariaDB

This article explains how to build a custom Monolog channel to store custom activity logs in a database. This can be useful for debugging and tracing user…

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Tips for building lighter and more performant Vue.js SPA
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
javascript components

Tips for building lighter and more performant Vue.js SPA

Building Single Page Apps these days is very common and quite easy. However, delivering a small and performant SPA is quite difficult and challenging. We will…

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Creating reusable transitions in Vue.js
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
vue.js transitions

Creating reusable transitions in Vue.js

Transitions in Vue.js are really great. There is no doubt that they can bring your app to life very easily but often you have to write them from scratch in each…

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Understanding scoped slots in Vue.js
Cristi Jora Cristi Jora
components javascript

Understanding scoped slots in Vue.js

Perhaps, one of the most powerful features in Vue 2 are the Scoped Slots. So what does this strange set of words actually mean ? Why scoped ? How can scoped…

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