Focus on "why" over "what" in project documentation to ensure longevity and adaptability during organizational growth. Learn key strategies for...
Learn how to securely implement OAuth 2.0 password grants in decoupled Drupal applications for first-party and machine-to-machine interactions.
Explore the Agile vs. Waterfall debate in software development and learn how to choose the right approach based on project uncertainty.
At Metal Toad we use Capistrano to deploy our projects to their respective servers.
Many years ago I got into skateboarding, soon after, that lead to hip hop. Something about the two seemed to be synonymous around that time, or...
I am now within a couple days of having survived as a Junior Developer at Metal Toad for 10 whole months.
Explore the dynamics of team communication styles—Doer, Thinker, Challenger, and Supporter—and how to balance them for optimal project success.
In part 1 we covered our Architecture for the Custom Cloud.
Explore the challenges of matrix management and the benefits of team-based models for effective project outcomes and employee growth.
Last year Metal Toad launched its Custom Cloud Service.
Cultural anthropologists in the 60s started a study known as “Symbolic and Interpretive Anthropology”.
Discover how to effectively use Drupal 7 Form API's #states with multiple conditionals, including AND, OR, and XOR, for dynamic form behaviors.
I hesitate to review Stack Overflow Careers 2.0, but I'm so excited I just can't hide it. I imagine that this is what the early adopters of LinkedIn...
Exploring the impact of HHVM on PHP development, including speed gains, compatibility challenges, and the introduction of a PHP specification.
The benefits of maintaining small, cross-functional teams for success and growth, inspired by Metal Toad's approach to management and team autonomy.
I must admit, I do have a very unique job. After all, have you ever heard of an Office Concierge?
For the 25th episode of the ToadCast, it's our first time having a client on the show! Som Prasad from the Philadelphia Orchestra! Tom and Matt, join...
Metal Toad has had the privilege to work over the past two years with DC Comics. What makes this partnership even more exciting, is that the main...
What's the best way to learn programming for beginners? What makes the difference between the people who knock things out of the park vs those who...
Here in Portland we have people who brew beer and many more who drink it! Between the brewing and consuming of it, there is the overlooked step of...
I must begin with a sincere apology to both Jeebak and Jason. I sat on this toadcast for some time and two others got out before it. For Toadcast 24...
Explore how project and organizational growth changes measurement units, resource allocation, and client engagement strategies for efficiency and...
Welcome back to the second part of "Please don't abuse node references!"
Insights from DrupalCon Austin 2014: key sessions, Texas culture, future of Drupal, and community growth.
Explore the parallels between projects and organizations, highlighting budget management, schedules, scope, teams, communication, and risk management.