Tarmac 10

Proven best practices for successful software development.

Our clients work with us because we are highly skilled experts who launch and scale up web and mobile apps quickly and efficiently.

We know our clients value our dedication to launching with speed, quality, transparent processes, and open communication. These are the core elements of "The Tarmac 10,” our proven best practice for top quality, no-stress software development.

These outcome-driven, effective practices mitigate risk throughout the development lifecycle, no matter the scale of the project.

Single-purpose branches ensure one change per branch.

Small changes are easier to manage, ensuring quality control
Code can be tested quickly and effectively
The codebase is always stabilized, even with multiple contributors and a high rate of change

Common code style that ensures a consistent approach everyone can follow.

Clean code is easier to read, maintain and build upon
Clarity and efficiency make our teams happier and more productive

Rigorous mandatory automated tests at every stage helps to avoid problems later on.

Unit tests reduces mistakes and speeds up development
Developers "own" the quality of the code
A consistent peer review system with fresh sets of eyes on every change

Continuous integration (CI) accelerates product development and mitigates the risk of bugs.

All contributors have access to test outcomes and project progress
Clear communication across the team enables streamlined launch
Clients can confidently push products live quickly and efficiently

Pull requests are a shared responsibility that ensure exceptional product quality.

Our teams share expertise and develop faster
Client teams benefit from Tarmac's proven best practices
Impeccable version control reduces the risk of errors

Mandatory internal and external peer reviews ensures product quality

Our teams learn, adapt and improve as we execute on projects
Code defects are spotted early, avoiding bugs when they go live
Clients love interacting with our teams and collegial spirit

Code repository hygiene creates seamless development across teams.

We don't waste our client's time or resources working on irrelevant code
We ensure code is easily understood by all parties
Clients are provided top quality code ready for future development

Continuous delivery. To keep your products ahead of the competition.

One change per branch speeds up enhancement delivery
Less software downtime or periods of poor user-experience
Your products remain a joy to use, keeping customers close

Daily status emails maintain momentum and clarity.

You can report upwards on the project with confidence
By communicating clearly and openly, we overcome challenges quickly
We communicate efficiently across teams, speeding up development and promoting innovation

Daily "stand-ups". Quality time together, at your convenience.

Daily stand-ups ensure regular and purposeful communication
Speak to the team - every day
Understand and resolve blockers quickly
Keep the project moving