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[blackangelism]

Dear Nobody’s Daughter, to Live Through This, you scrape off your Celebrity Skin; you know full well that you’re Pretty On The Inside...

HOW TO GET INTO HOLE?

• Angel Dust guides: I.

Aimed at @elexnorislingtxn and whomever wants to get into Hole...

HOLE is an American nineties’s kinderwhore band with a turbulent line-up and pure chaotic gold for music yet overshadowed by the controversial image of the lead singer and frontwoman of the band, Courtney Love. A staple in the grunge scene, the critically acclaimed sophomore record Live Through This of 1994 marked a peak in Hole’s career although the band was gaining audience for their 1991 debut: Pretty On The Inside. Celebrity Skin, the 1998 album, proved Hole’s peak which was rightly concluded by 2010’s Nobody’s Daughter thus finishing the legacy of Hole.

...In my very humble opinion, Courtney Love is a cunt. And, I love her music.

DO TRY Hole if you are into: Jack Off Jill, Bratmobile, Nirvana, Babes In Toyland, L7, Veruca Salt, Mommy Long Legs, Bikini Kill, Lunachicks, et cetera. Or, if you’d like to try something dolly and chaotic with an edge of feminism and aggression. I promise, listening to Hole makes you feel like a doll.

DO NOT TRY Hole if you’re a filthy misogynist who can’t stand the fact that the wife of a popular artist does in fact make good music on her own.

Yes, Courtney Love is a cunt, but she makes good music. Seperate the artist from the art.

If you’re still present here, welcome! Now, moving onto the actual guide...

FIRSTLY, I think to decode this, we’d have to learn about the albums individually. Of course, I’m going to leave my recommendation for listening, but to best suit yourself, you can find your own way around with the descriptions I give for each of these albums...

“ PRETTY ON THE INSIDE ”

Slut-kiss girl... PRETTY ON THE INSIDE of 1991 is about beauty, which is the life as a sex-worker about Courtney Love’s time as a sex-worker. It includes Courtney Love on vocals and rhythm guitar, Eric Erlandson on lead guitar, Jill Emery on bass, Caroline Rue on drums, produced by Kim Gordon of Sonic Youth and Don Fleming of Gumball.

tracklist. TEENAGE WHORE, BABYDOLL, GARBADGE MAN, SASSY, GOOD SISTER—BAD SISTER, MRS. JONES, BERRY, LOADED, STARBELLY, PRETTY ON THE INSIDE, CLOUDS.

IF YOU WANT... angry, chaotic, messy and sloppily mixed music that is very heady and makes you feel like a doll, listen to this album first.

Blending elements of punk rock, the album features distorted and alternating guitar compositions, screaming vocals from Love, and “sloppy punk ethics”, a style which the band would later distance themselves from, opting for a less abrasive sound on subsequent releases. Love’s lyrics on the album are often presented in an abstract narrative form, and describe disparate scenes of graphic violence, death, and female sexuality. The record was dedicated to Rob Ritter of the Los Angeles punk rock acts the Bags and The Gun Club. [< source, wikipedia.

If you want a more refined yet more depressed version of this album, migrate to Live Through This after; if you want a more refined and self-assured, slightly sarcastic but honest record after this listen, go to Celebrity Skin.

FUN FACT: the song BABYDOLL is allegedly inspired by Madonna.

“ LIVE THROUGH THIS ”

Miss Worlds... LIVE THROUGH THIS of 1994 is about the changes that come with marriage and motherhood, themes mainly being motherhood, body image, depression, child abuse and elitism. It includes Courtney Love on vocals and rhythm guitar, Eric Erlandson on lead guitar, Kristen Pfaff on bass, Patty Schemel on drums, produced by Paul Q. Kolderie and Sean Slade.

tracklist. VIOLET, MISS WORLD, PLUMP, ASKING FOR IT, JENNIFER’S BODY, DOLL PARTS, CREDIT IN A STRAIGHT WORLD, SOFTER, SOFTEST, SHE WALKS ON ME, I THINK THAT I WOULD DIE, GUTLESS, ROCK STAR.

IF YOU WANT... a tragic and softly edgy listen with a harsh sensibility and pure womanly depression scrawled all over, listen to this album first.

Live Through This marked a departure from the band’s noise rock roots toward a more alternative rock format. Love had sought a more mellow sound for Live Through This. The resulting music was starkly less aggressive than the band's former work, blending more structured melodies and smoother arrangements with heavy guitar riffs. Consequently, this featured a mixture of songwriting techniques, including use of power chords as well as arpeggios, and occasional use of keyboards. [< source, wikipedia.

If you want a tougher, rawer, more journal-entry music than this, migrate to Pretty On The Inside; if you want a more refined and self-assured, slightly sarcastic but honest record after this listen, go to Celebrity Skin.

FUN FACT: Courtney Love’s late husband Kurt Cobain does backing vocals on ASKING FOR IT.

“ CELEBRITY SKIN ”

Petals... CELEBRITY SKIN of 1998 is about the lost people, the more opulent Los Angeles and Californian culture, about the promises and agonies of Southern California; it was aimed to divulge greatly from the grunge sound of before. It includes Courtney Love on vocals and rhythm guitar, Eric Erlandson on lead guitar, Melissa Auf der Maur on bass, Patty Schemel on drums, produced by Michael Beinhorn.

tracklist. CELEBRITY SKIN, AWFUL, HIT SO HARD, MALIBU, REASONS TO BE BEAUTIFUL, DYING, USE ONCE & DESTROY, NORTHERN STAR, BOYS ON THE RADIO, HEAVEN TONIGHT, PLAYING YOUR SONGS, PETALS.

IF YOU WANT... a rock-fueled pop sound with many lyrics that are references and have layered meanings, a comforting almost listen, listen to this album first.

The band sought to use Los Angeles and the state of California as a unifying theme and began writing what they conceived as a “California album” in 1997. Unlike Hole's previous releases, the final songs on Celebrity Skin featured instrumental contributions from several musicians outside the band, primarily Billy Corgan, who co-wrote the musical arrangements on five songs. Auf der Maur's former bandmate Jordon Zadorozny, as well as Go-Go's guitarist Charlotte Caffey, also contributed to the composition of one track. Frontwoman Courtney Love, who wrote all of the lyrics, named the album and its title track after a poem she had written that was influenced by T. S. Eliot's The Waste Land. Motifs of water and drowning are also prominent throughout the album, as well as recurring themes of angels, Heaven and stars. [< source, wikipedia.

If you want a tougher, rawer, more journal-entry music than this, migrate to Pretty On The Inside; if you want a grungier yet more depressed version of this album, migrate to Live Through This after.

FUN FACT: Love clarified that she had derived the album name from a short-lived band in Los Angeles named Celebrity Skin, as well as a bootleg pornographic magazine featuring nude candid photos of celebrities.

“ NOBODY’S DAUGHTER ”

Dirty Girls... NOBODY’S DAUGHTER of 2010 is about the time of rehabilitation that Courtney Love went through after a long cocaine addiction and legal troubles following that, written in rehabilitation; about feeling lost, confused. It was supposed to be a solo album of Love’s, but was made to be Hole’s last album after their 2002 dissolution. It includes Courtney Love on vocals and rhythm guitar, Micko Larkin on lead guitar, Shawn Dailey on bass, Stu Fisher on drums, produced by Michael Beinhorn, Micko Larkin, and Linda Perry.

tracklist. NOBODY’S DAUGHTER, SKINNY LITTLE BITCH, HONEY, PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SAMANTHA, SOMEONE ELSE’S BED, FOR ONCE IN YOUR LIFE, LETTER TO GOD, LOSER DUST, HOW DIRTY GIRLS GET CLEAN, NEVER GO HUNGRY.

I DO NOT RECOMMEND LISTENING TO THIS ALBUM VERY FIRSTLY, but, IF YOU WANT... a polished and the most mainstream-sounding of the four albums, sad, confused, lost record written during rehabilitation, this is your key.

Before the album’s release, former Hole guitarist Eric Erlandson publicly disputed Love’s use of the Hole name, claiming it violated a previous agreement between the two, which Love contested. On its release, Nobody’s Daughter received generally mixed reviews from music critics, with some praising its instrumentation and lyrics, while others criticized it for its folk rock elements as well as production issues and Love’s vocals. Despite this, Love said in 2010 that she considered it the best record she had made. [< source, wikipedia.

If you want a tougher, rawer, more journal-entry music than this, migrate to Pretty On The Inside; if you want a grungier yet more depressed version of this album, migrate to Live Through This after; if you want a similar but more scattered listen, to Celebrity Skin.

FUN FACT: The painting on the cover is of Marie Antoinette and the tracklist page has the edited background of a painting of Anne Boleyn.

MY RECOMMENDED PATHWAYS...

Lastly...

HOLE is a kinderwhore band, which is minutely distinct from riot grrrl. And, Courtney Love has a lot of beef with, to be honest, mostly everyone. So, yeah... For example, Babes In Toyland, a band often mentioned in the same vein as Hole, has their frontwoman, Kat Bjelland, in hatred with Love. I do not recommend looking up to these people as people, but please do try their music.

Die, cry, adore Hole.

FUN FACT: My favourite Hole album is Pretty On The Inside!

Dear Nobody’s Daughter, to Live Through This, you scrape off your Celebrity Skin; you know full well that you’re Pretty On The Inside...

DID YOU GET INTO HOLE?

[felassan]

For folks who play SW:TOR, there is an important update on the follow up of its development (following on from the recent news about SW:TOR moving from BioWare to Broadsword), from Keith Kanneg [source]. (click image for better view)

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"FOLLOW UP ON SWTOR DEVELOPMENT UPDATE Hi all,  Appreciate your patience with us as we continue to navigate the future shift of SWTOR’s development team to a third party studio. We're working through the changes right now so I'll share with you the details I have. With 7.3 now live, our priority is continuing to prepare for Game Updates 7.3.1 and 7.4 along with planning for 2024 and 2025 with a focus on content and continued modernization initiatives. We also want to address some of the common questions we are seeing. What’s changing for players after this shift happens?  For all of you, not much is changing at all. Players will continue playing the game and swtor.com and the forums will continue to remain online and a source for players to get news and updates. Support for SWTOR will remain unchanged and players can continue to utilize the EA Support Page or in-game tools for assistance.   Will the SWTOR development team be moving out of Austin?  We are already a remote team with staff working from home throughout the US and beyond. That said, our physical presence will still be remaining in Austin and we will be securing a new office space here. Is the game heading into maintenance mode?  Absolutely not. As I’ve said before, we are working on future plans including more story and modernization initiatives for the game. We’ve upgraded the game to 64-bit, and are working on moving the servers to the cloud, and there are more content and tech updates on the way.  Moving to a third party studio would allow us a lot of creative freedom, and we're very much looking forward to the opportunities that will be open to us.  What’s going to happen to my account? My Cartel Coins?  Nothing will change on this front. Everything will remain the same with your in-game accounts and any purchases you make.  What does EA remaining the publisher on record mean for the game?  Similar to what we have said a few times now, it means nothing changes. The SWTOR team continues to be in control of the development and direction of the game with EA providing publishing and player support. What will happen to moving servers to the cloud?  That is still happening. We will have to reassess timelines, but we have every intention of moving forward with migrating our servers over to the cloud. We are also continuing with our evaluation regarding the APAC server as well. To close, I know that when something like this happens it can bring on feelings of doom and gloom. This isn't the beginning of the end, this truly is a new beginning for us. As you can imagine there are quite a few moving parts right now but we have a lot to talk about in our future. You can expect 7.3.1 towards the end of the summer, with the story continuing in 7.4 on its heels as we enter the holidays. Also on the tech side, we are working on further updates such as improved integrations with Steam and updating to DirectX 12. We'll start talking about all of this and more in the coming weeks. In the meantime, Game Update 7.3 is now live, and I’ll be right in there with all of you going through the new story and Flashpoint on all my characters.  Thanks for your patience with this, everyone. You’ll be hearing from us again soon.  -Keith Note: We will be locking this thread to keep any informational updates in one place, but you all are free to continue discussion in the original update thread."

[source]

Some coverage on this:

PC Gamer: BioWare calls Star Wars: The Old Republic's change in developer 'a new beginning' and denies that it's going into maintenance mode

Eurogamer: BioWare assures Star Wars: The Old Republic isn't shutting down, despite new developer

[lamuradex]

Signs of Light and Shadow - Book 1

Prologue - Chapter 1 - Chapter 2 - Chapter 3

Prologue

The trees rustled, wind whispered through branches, and a loud crack echoed through the woods. Leaves shook and fell as a woodsman pulled back his axe and buried it in the trunk again. The wood creaked. The tree was as wide as the woodsman’s shoulders, but it was still giving way, chop by chop. With a final cut, it began to lean. The woodsman stepped back as the tree’s own weight tore its trunk, ripping and collapsing it, the oak falling with a grim, splintering groan.

“Timber!” he yelled over the noise.

The tree thumped heavily into the muddy forest floor. Birds fled from the disturbance and the woodsman raised his axe again, chopping the trunk into smaller, manageable pieces. Sweat covered his brow, blonde hair sticking to his forehead, he stopped to lean on his axe and catch his breath, drying his face on his tunic, a new pile of wood at his feet. Satisfied, he piled the wood onto a sled and pulled it away, leaving tracks in the forest floor as he went.

The sky was clouded and the air cool as he arrived at a large clearing. A woman sat at the centre, clothed in a long green dress, her black hair spilling about her shoulders. A bubbling pot sat in front of her with various vegetables and herbs beside her on a cloth. The cauldron’s fire cast a warm, flickering light, as the woman added another leaf to the stew, stirring, and quietly humming to herself.

“I’m back,” the woodsman announced.

“Oh!” she started, greeting him with a surprised smile. “I didn’t expect you so soon.”

The woodsman walked over and kissed her on the cheek. “I found a good tree. Enough for a few days.”

“Well, throw some on the fire then. It’s getting low and I need it hot for this stew.”

He did as requested, placing some wood on the fire, then put the rest under an awning to shield it from the weather. He then knelt and wrapped an arm around his beloved’s waist, planting another kiss on her cheek. She grinned and wrapped her arm around him in return.

“What are we cooking tonight?” he asked.

“Deer. I’ve added some herbs, but it’ll be pretty simple.”

“Deer is good enough for me, dear,” he smirked, releasing the hug and starting back towards the sled. “Tomorrow, I’ll see if I can track down something different. Maybe fish. That might make a change.”

“We have enough for now. No need to risk the journey.” She picked up a small sprig and scraped the leaves into the pot.

“No risk. Didn’t see a trace of wolves out there today,” he said, throwing a spare log from hand to hand. “They must have migrated to the western side of the woods.”

“That’s strange. Usually they’d be all over at this time of year.”

“Maybe something scared them off.”

She shot him a look. “Something scared the wolves… and you still want to go hunting?”

He smiled cheekily back. “Honey, I didn’t see hide nor hair of anything out there. Maybe it was a clan of hunters, maybe it was just a bear, but I should go hunting too while the getting’s good. It’s no trouble,” he assured.

“Well, if you want to go, then go,” she relented. “Just please, be careful.”

“You know I always- Car’zit!” he swore, dropping the log to suck one of his fingers. “Dra’am splinters.”

“Language! The girls are just inside,” she whispered, glancing towards a den built inside one of the larger trees trunks.

The woodsman took his finger from his mouth. “The girls alright? They’re usually a bit more energetic this time of day.”

“They’re fine. Elena just got stung by a nettle. She’s been sulking.”

“Poor thing. And Cerris?”

“She went out with me to pick some lemon flower, water fruit, and willow blossom. The old remedy. Elena didn’t like how it numbed her shoulder though and Cerris is just keeping her company until she can feel her hands again. She insisted on applying the mix herself.”

The woodsman nodded. “I’ll go see how they’re doing.”

“And set a good example. No more of that cursing,” his wife added with a teasing grin.

 He playfully brushed a hand through her hair as he passed, making his way to the large tree at the edge of the clearing. Hollowed out and dead, it was short but very broad, wide enough for a family to live inside. The door was an open gap with a blanket hung over it like a curtain, barely sheltering the inside from the cold.

The inside was lit by candles in little carved alcoves, which also provided a little extra warmth. Four chairs surrounded a small table in the centre while three beds sat against the walls, two on one side and a third wider bed on the other. On the far wall was a small wooden shrine, specifically lit with several candles, and across from that, beside the door, hung an old ornate shield. The shield bore a weathered emblem of a blue wolf standing before a red oak on a field of gold.

“So, how are my two favourite girls doing?” the father beamed as he entered.

“Hi Dad,” smiled a girl in the closest bed. She was sat on her knees, wearing a simple grey cloth dress, dark hair hanging past her shoulders. She couldn’t have been older than twelve. She also wore a huge smirk. “Ha ha. Mum yelled at you,” she teased.

Her father nodded piously. “And rightfully so, Cerris. I shouldn’t use bad language like that. I should make amends.” He walked over to the little shrine and knelt before it, stealing a glance to make sure Cerris was paying attention. She was watching intently.

Happy, he looked to the shrine. There were three vague figures carved into the wood. He raised his hand to them in turn.

“Forgive me for my rudeness, oh, Gods of the Heavens. First to the Father of Skies,” He gestured to the large central figure, “then to Aheazal of the Dark,” He put his hand to the right, “and then to Zaheal of the Light,” He put his hand to the left. Finished, he stood back up.

“Dad? What do those bad words mean?” Cerris asked curiously.

“Oh, one of them just means manure. The other is just something animals do. Still, best not to use them,” her father dismissed. “Never mind that though. How have you two been today?”

“Today was fun,” Cerris bounced on the bed. Then she paused, noticing a lack of movement from the other bed. “Time to get up, Elena. Dad’s back.”

The other bed was occupied by a little blonde girl of a similar age. She wore a brighter yellow dress and lay huddled against the wall.

 “Oh yes. I heard you had an accident with a nettle,” her father said, sitting beside the huddled girl.

Cerris rolled her eyes. “Her sting wasn’t that bad. She’s just sulking. I got stung by a bush a while back and it didn’t hurt that much.”

“Now, Cerris, don’t be rude,” her father gently scolded. “So, Elena, what are you making such a fuss about?”

“It hurt,” came the muttered reply.

“Does it hurt now?”

Elena slowly rolled over to face him. “My arm feels weird.”

He put a comforting arm around her. “I know, but by the time the numbness wears off the stinging will have stopped. All the balm does is numb the pain.”

“Yeah, see? My hands stopped tingling a while ago,” Cerris chimed in, proffering her hands as proof.

“You see. It shouldn’t be long now.” He smiled as Elena sat up. “Nothing to be sad about.”

“Ok,” Elena conceded.

“Great. Now, do you feel up to helping your mother with the dinner?”

“Yes…” she said with a small smile.

“That’s my girl.”

“What about me?” Cerris bounced excitedly.

“Calm down, I think you can help too…”

“Honey?” The shout came from outside.

“Just a minute, girls.” Their father stood and moved back outside. Elena and Cerris hopped off their beds, following to the doorway. Their parents were stood near the fire, talking.

“…I could have sworn I saw something,” their mother muttered, glancing about.

“Could have just been the wind.”

“Maybe, but I thought I heard branches breaking.”

“Hold on.” Their father walked back towards the door. He smiled at the girls as he reached in and grabbed the shield off the wall. He placed it on his arm, returning to the fireside. “Could it have just been a wolf?”

“It sounded bigger.” She eyed the nearby trees warily. “A bear perhaps?”

“They don’t normally come this far south, but one could have gotten lost or driven away from their hunting grounds.”

“It couldn’t be a person could it?”

The father drew his axe from his belt. “I’ll go take a look.”

He shifted the axe in his hand, creeping to the edge of the clearing. He peered into the dense trees beyond, between branches and thorns. Something rustled, maybe twenty paces ahead. His grip tightened. A shape moved amongst the branches. He stepped forwards, pushing the brush apart to step. A twig snapped. The movement in the bush ceased. He took another step.

Something moved. Something big.

It roared.

Branches splintered and earth trembled as something barrelled towards the clearing. The woodsman retreated as the beast tore through the brush. It stopped, looming over the camp. It was twice the height of a man, with black fur and grey markings. Its forelegs were sturdy, with two massive claws in place of toes, while its rear legs were nimble and hooved. Its body had the broadness of a bull with various sharp quills littering its back, its head was something between a wolf and a boar, armed with dozens of sharp, snarling teeth, and two tusks protruded at the edges of its maw. Along its snout, a plate of something resembling bone stretched from the nape of its neck to its nostrils, as its eyes gleamed from the side of its head, small, red and shining.

The beast roared. The woodsman swung his axe. It connected with the beast’s snout and the monster recoiled. He turned to his family.

“Run! Take the girls!”

The beast swung a claw and caught his raised shield. The mother ran to the girls, still standing frightened in the doorway. She grabbed their hands and ran. They ran and ran. The roar of the beast echoed through the forest behind them, but still they ran on. They ran until the noise became distant. They ran until they had to stop, panting and exhausted. The girls clung to their mother. She kept looking back the way they had come. She dropped to one knee and looked each of her children in the eyes, first Elena then Cerris.

“Stay here. Don’t move. I have to go back to help,” she said desperately. The girls nodded. Then their mother let go and ran back the way they’d come. She picked up a large branch as she went, glowing runes searing into the bark at her touch. Then she was gone.

The girls listened to the noise. The rustling of trees. The roar of the beast. The thunder of its footfalls. The sun grew low in the sky, and the roars became more and more distant. Finally, there was silence. The girls didn’t move. The air turned cold as evening crept in, and the sisters huddled together. There was no noise other than the birds and the trees.

Slowly, holding hands, they wandered back the way they had come.

“Mum?” Elena called out into the fading day. “Dad?” Both of them shook as they drew close to the camp.

“Mum?” Cerris cried fearfully. “Dad?” They gripped each other tightly as they reached the clearing. They stood before the scene.

They saw the bodies that lay before them.

Tears ran down Cerris’s face as Elena screamed.

[leviathanlazarus]

Reaching for Stardust - Part VI

Read Looking For Space here // Playlists here // Read on wattpad

Word Count: ~2700 (why so short?? I don't know. I wrote this what feels like ages ago lol)

Warnings: none...but buckle up for later?

This is super late because I was 1) busy writing that GVF slash mini-series 2) busy being out of town to see OUR BOYS again 3) busy writing that new Sam fic I just posted. Anyway...

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Morning began with a tangerine sun suspended in a hazy, buttercup yellow sky. The clouds seemed to come to life as the sun got higher, moving past the orange glow in such gentle, soft movements that it was hard to even keep track of the changes, at least from mine and Josh’s spot on the porch. We were both hungover worse than we’d experienced in, well, we weren’t sure–it was hard to remember anything with our heads pounding, throats parched and stomachs lurching.

“Fuck. We fucked up,” Josh lamented with a little groan. He shut his eyes and leaned against me, a mug of coffee in his hands. “We should’ve bought food yesterday. I’d take a single saltine cracker right now.”

I felt the same. Hindsight was always 20/20. “Yeah, we fucked up,” I agreed. I tried to shut my eyes in solidarity and to just bask in the warm glow of morning but, when I did, I felt the earth spin beneath my feet. “I need Gatorade or something, jeez.” 

“I shouldn’t have suggested shots,” Josh went on, sounding off a louder groan to punctuate his statement. “It’s all my fault. Are we going to survive?”

“We’ll survive,” I assured him, though the coffee from the Keurig machine was too bitter on my tongue and too hot in my stomach. I was dreaming of an ice-cold blue sports drink from an air conditioned gas station, chased with an iced coffee loaded with cream and sugar. “Nothing’s gonna stop us from going to the beach today.”

“Tybee Island, yes,” Josh concurred. He sat up straight and brought the mug of coffee to his lips, eyes half-lidded as he sipped again despite the enthusiasm in his voice. Once half of his coffee was gone he was up and moving, shuffling away from the porch, beginning to sing to himself as he carried on into the bedroom. If it’d been anyone else, that relentless cheeriness and resilience would have irritated me, but it was Josh, so listening just made me laugh to myself.

I was still excited for our beach day, though at the moment the thought of baking in the sun made me feel even more queasy. I diligently sipped the rest of my coffee and groggily hauled myself into the kitchen to chug lukewarm tap water, which tasted so different than the water back home. I did love Savannah so far, but I still couldn’t imagine living there. In my mind, home was where our most beloved people were and that was back in Michigan. 

That thought reminded me to check my phone for a reply from Jake. He had texted back later in the night and I immediately smiled huge and delirious at the picture–a selfie taken with the help of Danny’s long arm that showed all three of the boys that I missed so badly. The text read: First birthday without Josh was weird. He sent me a text that was half gibberish did you guys go out?

I typed back, relaying that we went to the rooftop bar and got absolutely wasted and that Josh’s birthday seemed a little weird without Jake and Sam and Danny, too. As I migrated to the bedroom after Josh, I realized how it was also the first birthday of Josh’s that felt so empty after the fact–normally, the whole “one year older” and effects of whatever party we’d had trailed into the next day. I didn’t feel that at all. Was it yet another product of actually getting older? Sometimes in my head, Josh was still the same 23 year old I’d met in that poetry class, both of us so fresh and green, with him so ready to fall headfirst into something new with me. I’d been so apprehensive and fearful and now, looking back, it felt so silly. Josh was a dream come true.

The beach was also a dream come true. We had nothing to compare it to back home, not even close–the ocean right at our literal fingertips was enough for Josh and I to drop our bags and hightail it to the sea, running through the foamy waves until the water reached our knees. The sun was partially hidden by some of the morning clouds that had stuck around, but what sunlight pierced through hit hard and beautiful, turning the water into an infinite expanse of glittering blue and green that melted into the pale blue horizon. Seagulls circled overhead; pelicans coasted in the water; boats floated on by far off in their own little worlds and our little world seemed to be a seaside fairytale that I was content to live in for much longer than we actually had. 

The wind caressed our damp legs as we stepped back out onto dry land. My heart was beating fast, even faster still when I looked at Josh–the strips of white clouds were reflected in his eyes and his smile was bigger and brighter than any sun. I was sure of that. We watched each other more than what our hands were doing as we held the big beach towel we’d packed between us and spread it out in the air, trying to get it straight and taut to lay flat on the sand. Josh smirked; I stuck my tongue out at him and he laughed.

“This is perfect,” he remarked once we were getting situated on the ground. He laid back, putting his hands behind his head, and closed his eyes. “I could stay here forever.”

I grabbed his sunglasses from his backpack and slid them over his eyes. “It does feel like a little slice of paradise. We just need some fruity cocktails.”

“A little hair of the dog that bit us wouldn’t be such a bad idea right now, actually.” 

I laid down next to him, shielding my eyes with my hand to look at the sky. “We used to be able to drink all night and be relatively fine the next day. I miss that.”

“I think Jake, Danny and Sam drank all night. Sam sent me a video of Danny drinking straight from a bottle of tequila.”

I chuckled. “Those two degenerates have ruined our good boy.” 

“Sam singlehandedly corrupted Danny years ago, I’m sure of it,” Josh said, turning his head to look at me. His bare skin was already so naturally tan–I could imagine how much more rich and glowy he’d become with the extra sun we were getting. “He’s just good at keeping it under wraps, that Daniel of ours. Well, sometimes. Seems like the most debauchery comes out when Sam peer pressures him and Danny can’t contain himself.”

It was true–so many nights of Sam practically pouring shots down Danny’s throat himself. It seemed like Danny only tried to hold back because he knew he’d end up having to take care of Sam later on.

“I think they’re in love,” I said.

Josh laughed. “Me too.”

I sat up to retrieve a bottle of water from my backpack. “But really–none of them have girlfriends. Is it because they’re touring now? I just can’t imagine any of them not finding a girl to click with.”

“Well, we are their best groupies. I don’t think anyone else can compete with us in that regard,” Josh said, still lying flat, lounging beneath the penetrating sunrays. “But I do think the fact that they’re playing shows all over now is a factor. I can’t imagine how hard it would be to commit to someone you’re not going to see even every week.”

“Not gonna lie, I wanted Sam and Bev to work out.”

“I think he was a little too young then. It might be different now.”

“Well, maybe it’s a good thing.” I took a drink then settled back down, moving closer to Josh. “They should just be focused on the music and having fun. Relationships complicate things.”

Josh raised his sunglasses and winked at me. “Not if they’re perfect.”

I smiled. “We’re not exactly perfect.” 

“Close enough.” 

I’d considered the idea that Josh really would propose to me during our vacation. The beach seemed like a good place for it–though there were people around, we had plenty of privacy, no way to make a big public fuss about it. The weather was perfect and the whole ambiance of the ocean and sky made for a picturesque setting. He was too relaxed though–if Josh were to propose now, I would have had a real inkling. Still, the impending mystery proposal and the subsequent unplanned wedding was on my mind again.

“Where would you want our wedding to be?” I asked. “Obviously outside somewhere. We’ve already agreed on that. But where specifically?”

Josh reached between us to take my hand, still lying idle by my side. “I’m not sure, darling. I’m not privy to the venues and what have you that are in our area. Why, did you have a particular place in mind?”

“Not really. But some place quiet and open would be nice. Lots of flowers and trees and whatnot. That’d be pretty, right?”

“Very pretty. Though it sounds like we’d be waiting another year if we wanted the greenery and sunshine.” Josh squeezed my hand lightly, let it go to roll onto his side and look at me. “I don’t feel like waiting another year.”

I knew as much, but my heart still skipped a beat at hearing the words. “It takes time to plan a wedding. Even if you proposed to me right now, the planning would take months.”

“We have months as it is. But don’t worry–I’m not proposing today.” Josh leaned in and cupped my face, giving me a kiss. “It’s still going to be a surprise. And I have to get the timing right.” 

“Oh?” I quipped, reaching out for him, tugging on his hair to bring him back and kiss again. He tasted like sunscreen and coconut lip balm. 

Josh propped his head up in one hand, remaining on his side. “I know you have your bridesmaid all figured out. Kirsti would be your maid of honor, naturally.”

“And Jake would be your best man. Naturally.” 

“You’ve told your mom we’re planning on getting married, right?”

“Josh, she started pressuring me to marry you like two years ago,” I reminded him with a laugh. “Once she came around to you, she came around hard. And I’m pretty sure she’s desperate for just one of her kids to get married.” 

“Oh, that’s right! Last Christmas she asked me where the ring was.” Josh laughed too, turning to look up at the sky. “I didn’t tell her I had it already. Maybe I should’ve.” 

“Since I already know you’re going to propose, isn’t most of the surprise moot anyway?”

Josh laid back down. “Not at all. People should talk about it beforehand. It doesn’t kill the romance. It just makes things more solid.”

“You know what’s also solid? A house,” I replied, giving his nose a tap with my finger before I laid back down, too. 

“Seen any around here that you like?”

“I’ve seen some back home that I like.” I quickly considered spilling about the house from the estate sale, but I didn’t know if that was a sure thing yet. And anyway, I didn’t want to get caught up in thinking about being home when we were on vacation. Josh was so skilled at enjoying the present–I was going to do the same. 

Once we were feeling the burn from the sun, Josh and I waded back into the cool Atlantic. This time, we went far enough out until the water reached our necks and the waves were gentle and stirring around us, crashing loudly behind us; I gazed out at the blue horizon, thinking of how the ocean seemed as infinite as the sky itself, as infinite as the whole universe, really. I laughed when Josh decided to swim out even farther, kicking and paddling along until he called out that he couldn’t feel where the bottom was and I told him to watch out for sharks. He tipped back to lie flat beneath the sky and float atop the water, arms out at his sides and eventually looking too much like a dead body that I swam out and dragged him back by his hand. 

We took our damp and slightly sunburnt selves to a very late lunch at a little seafood shack afterward. It was quite literally a shack, actually, and it was situated down a curvy road, far more in the grasslands than the actual beach, but I could still smell the ocean when we stepped out of the rental car and moseyed up the wooden ramp to the doorway, where inside it smelled like, not to either of our surprises, fish, crab and fryer oil. 

After our greasy and satisfying lunch, we headed out to the shops lining the island that were even more blatant tourist money grabs than what we’d encountered downtown, and we loved it. The sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats, keychains and the beach-inspired hemp necklaces and bracelets fit the energy of the island and our sun-soaked bliss; neither Josh nor I cared about how silly the purchases were. We walked out with plastic bags full of mementos and soft hoodies, our hair stiff from salt water, my heart full of undeniable happiness.

While Josh drove us back over the bridge to take us back to our temporary home for much-needed showers, I got a text from Jake: How do you like Savannah? 

I love it. It’s beautiful! We’re having the best time. Where are you guys tonight?

Cleveland. So far so good. Josh hasnt been texting me much so he must be enamored with the city haha 

He is! But we miss you guys. We have so much to tell you when we get back 

Same here. Wish you guys could see the show

We’re your biggest fans. Don’t forget it ;) 

“Jake misses us,” I announced to Josh, who had a very pleased smile on his face when I looked at him. 

“I know he does,” he said while we glided over the bridge back to the city. “I miss him, too.”

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When night fell, we were one of four other couples and one trio during the ghost tour, which took us from the starting point outside a diner, long shut down since its last dinner hour, around what felt like far more than just a couple miles of the city. The guide was a witchy woman who had the right energy and charisma to make all the stories–surely, some more exaggerated than others–come to life in the warm night and the yellow glow of the street and house lights and the abundance of Spanish moss hanging from so many of the trees surrounding our steps added to the spookiness of it all. Josh loved it, as did I, and we were wired by the time the tour ended, wanting more ghost stories–really, wanting to find some ghost stories of our own. 

But instead of ghosts, we found ourselves back at the airbnb, sipping wine with our limbs tangled together on the porch. I couldn’t see the stars–the lights of the small city were still too many and too bright to get a good view–but the brightest star of all was right there next to me. I said this to Josh and he laughed lovingly at the cliche, wrapped his arm tighter around me and pressed his wine-stained lips to my cheek: “Thank you for coming with me on this journey,” he said. 

“To Savannah or just, like, life?” I asked, happy and mutually grateful either way.

“All of it.” Josh sighed softly and rested his cheek on my shoulder. “I just wish it were longer.” 

“We have tomorrow,” I reminded him. “And a whole lifetime.”

Josh clinked his glass with mine. “Infinity.”

I ran my fingers up his back, tracing each vertebrae. “Infinity.”

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My City23: Tontine

I started up this account in order to record and share my Dungeon23 / City23 progress and I'm obviously behind. On the sharing, not the writing, I've successfully done my dailies since Jan 1, 2023. A pre-paid postage sachette is en route for you to applaud into and return.

For my city I'm loosely writing assuming it to be run with my game Trouvaille or it's soon to be started rework & expansion, but so far nothing written is mechanically reliant so it's universally compatible until proven otherwise.

Against my better wishes I'm writing the city without an overarching theme or pitch. Discovering my way through the setting as I write, which I'm assured has some creative merit -- assurances I accept for lack of motivation or satisfaction to argue.

I do have pre-laid guidelines I've set for myself though, so I'm not flying totally foolishly into clouds.

Tontine, the guilds' frontier fortress. Built atop and aside a butte jutting up from deep jungle. Official reports from the guilds in The Capital claim the deep bush round below full of danger and glory, residents know otherwise.

So it's still going to be my South-East Asia silkpunk bullshit. BUT! It's not going to be river oriented. Every other city I've written is all river based, not surprising cities usually migrate to rivers go figure, with canal focused intercity pathways. Tontine is a mountainous parcel that relies on underground reservoirs.

I also know I want dirigibles (very few highly regulated, prone to accidents, and not stupid silly like steampunk ones), public transit trains & cable cars (highly accessible, very accident averse, but lots of weird & wild shit happens on them just as a result of the number of people that get on and off), and populated sewers (populated by like normal ass people not just monsters). So with my typical political bullshit there's like an exploration of technological advances in a fantasy/silkpunk setting kinda like what Legend of Korra and The Greenbone Saga propose.

Bit of a rant but it's free so if you want future posts copy-edited you can find my ko-fi somewhere. I'm excited to keep writing and hope to share soon. Play a bit of catch up where I can and ideally start hitting a weekly share routine. 12 districts, 52+ locations factions & NPCs, 365 details.

First (soon TM): The Godswell (district) and Home (location) the public house famous across the city for it's dumplings.

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Why Cloud Migration is Essential

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Scalability: Cloud platforms allow businesses to scale their resources up or down based on demand, ensuring optimal performance without unnecessary expenditures.

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Enhanced Collaboration: Cloud solutions facilitate better collaboration among teams, enabling access to data and applications from anywhere, fostering a more flexible and productive work environment.

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The Role of Cloud Migration Consulting

While the benefits of cloud migration are clear, the process itself can be daunting. This is where Cloud Migration Consulting Services play a crucial role. These experts bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, guiding businesses through each phase of the migration process to minimize risks and maximize outcomes.

1. Comprehensive Assessment and Planning

Successful cloud migration begins with a thorough assessment of the current IT infrastructure. Cloud migration consultants evaluate existing systems, applications, and data to determine what can be moved to the cloud and the best migration strategy to employ. This includes deciding between different cloud models (public, private, hybrid) and selecting the appropriate cloud service providers.

2. Strategic Migration Execution

Executing a cloud migration requires meticulous planning and coordination. Consultants develop a detailed migration roadmap, outlining the steps involved, timelines, and resource allocation. They ensure that the migration process is executed smoothly, with minimal disruption to business operations. This includes data transfer, application reconfiguration, and testing to ensure everything functions correctly in the new environment.

3. Optimization and Cost Management

Post-migration, consultants focus on optimizing cloud resources to ensure cost efficiency and performance. They analyze usage patterns, identify areas for improvement, and implement best practices for cloud management. This ongoing optimization helps businesses leverage the full potential of cloud computing, ensuring that they remain agile and competitive.

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Security is a top priority during and after migration. Cloud migration consultants implement robust security measures, ensuring that data is protected throughout the migration process and in the cloud environment. They also help businesses comply with industry-specific regulations, providing peace of mind and safeguarding against potential compliance issues.

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"What Are the Strategies for Monitoring and Troubleshooting AWS Architectures?"

As cloud computing continues to dominate the technology landscape, businesses are increasingly relying on cloud experts to design, deploy, and maintain efficient cloud architectures. Among the many certifications available, the AWS Solution Architect Certification stands out as a gold standard for cloud professionals. Whether you are an aspiring cloud enthusiast or an experienced IT professional, this certification can propel your career to new heights. Let’s explore why it is considered essential in the cloud industry.

1. Industry Recognition and Credibility

The AWS Solution Architect Certification is globally recognized as one of the most valuable credentials in cloud computing. It validates your expertise in designing scalable, cost-efficient, and secure cloud solutions using AWS services.

Employers value this certification because:

It assures them of your ability to handle complex cloud projects.

It demonstrates your commitment to staying updated with cutting-edge technologies.

It sets you apart in a competitive job market.

For professionals, it establishes credibility and opens doors to exciting career opportunities.

2. High Demand for Certified AWS Professionals

AWS dominates the cloud market, holding the largest share among major providers. As more organizations migrate their workloads to AWS, the demand for skilled AWS Solution Architects continues to soar.

By earning this certification, you position yourself as a sought-after expert in a field experiencing exponential growth. Roles such as Cloud Architect, Solutions Architect, and Cloud Consultant often list this certification as a key requirement.

3. Comprehensive Skill Development

Preparing for the AWS Solution Architect Certification equips you with a wide array of skills, including:

Cloud Architecture Design: Building robust and scalable architectures for diverse workloads.

Security Best Practices: Implementing secure systems using tools like AWS IAM, KMS, and VPC.

Cost Optimization: Utilizing AWS pricing models and services to reduce operational costs.

Performance Efficiency: Leveraging tools like Auto Scaling and Elastic Load Balancing to enhance application performance.

These skills not only make you proficient in AWS but also strengthen your overall problem-solving and design capabilities.

4. Career Advancement and Salary Growth

Certified AWS professionals enjoy a significant advantage in terms of career progression and earning potential. According to industry reports, AWS Solution Architects are among the highest-paid professionals in IT.

Benefits of certification include:

Eligibility for higher-level roles and responsibilities.

Access to senior positions such as Lead Architect or Cloud Consultant.

Average salaries exceeding $120,000 annually in many regions.

Investing in this certification is a strategic move for long-term career growth.

5. Relevance Across Industries

AWS is used across a wide range of industries, from finance and healthcare to entertainment and e-commerce. The skills validated by the AWS Solution Architect Certification are transferable, making you valuable in various sectors.

For instance:

Retailers use AWS to handle seasonal traffic spikes.

Media companies rely on AWS for streaming services.

Healthcare organizations use AWS to manage sensitive patient data securely.

The certification prepares you to tackle unique challenges in any industry.

6. Hands-On Experience with AWS Services

Earning the AWS Solution Architect Certification isn’t just about passing an exam—it involves gaining practical experience with AWS tools and services. This hands-on knowledge includes:

Setting up Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) instances.

Configuring Simple Storage Service (S3) buckets.

Designing fault-tolerant systems with AWS Elastic Beanstalk and Route 53.

Using monitoring tools like CloudWatch and Trusted Advisor.

This practical expertise ensures you can apply your knowledge effectively in real-world scenarios.

7. Staying Ahead in a Competitive Field

The tech industry evolves rapidly, and staying relevant requires continuous learning. The AWS Solution Architect Certification keeps you ahead by ensuring you:

Stay updated with the latest AWS services and features.

Learn emerging trends like serverless architectures and machine learning integrations.

Understand advanced concepts like multi-region deployments and hybrid cloud setups.

With AWS consistently introducing innovative solutions, this certification ensures you’re always at the forefront of cloud technology.

8. Foundation for Advanced Certifications

The AWS Solution Architect Certification is not just an endpoint—it’s a gateway to more advanced credentials. After achieving this certification, you can explore specialized paths like:

AWS Advanced Networking Specialty

AWS Security Specialty

AWS DevOps Engineer Professional

These certifications build on your foundational knowledge and allow you to specialize in niche areas, further enhancing your career prospects.

9. Contribution to Organizational Success

For organizations, having certified professionals translates to improved project outcomes. AWS Solution Architects:

Ensure cloud systems are cost-effective and reliable.

Optimize resources to handle business growth seamlessly.

Reduce downtime and improve system performance.

By earning this certification, you become an asset to your team and contribute directly to your organization’s success.

10. Personal Growth and Confidence

Beyond the tangible benefits, earning the AWS Solution Architect Certification boosts your confidence in designing and implementing cloud solutions. It demonstrates:

Your ability to tackle challenges and find innovative solutions.

A strong work ethic and dedication to professional growth.

The ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders.

This confidence empowers you to take on complex projects and leadership roles with ease.

Conclusion

The AWS Solution Architect Certification is more than a credential—it’s a career-transforming opportunity. From validating your expertise to unlocking higher-paying roles, it provides unmatched value for cloud professionals. In an era where cloud computing drives innovation, this certification ensures you remain a key player in the tech landscape.

If you’re ready to take your cloud career to the next level, investing in the AWS Solution Architect Certification is the right move. Start your journey today and become a driving force in the future of cloud computing.

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Breaking Free from Limitations: Migrating from Sage 100 Contractor to Acumatica ERP

In today’s fast-paced business environment, having the right ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system is critical to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and maintain competitiveness. While Sage 100 Contractor has served as a reliable software solution for many construction businesses, it has limitations that often necessitate an upgrade to a more modern, scalable, and feature-rich platform like Acumatica ERP. This blog will explore why businesses should consider migrating from Sage 100 Contractor to Acumatica ERP and how Confianz Global Inc. can make this transition seamless.

Why Consider Migrating to Acumatica ERP?

Scalability for Growing Businesses

Sage 100 Contractor is designed primarily for small to mid-sized construction firms, which can lead to challenges when businesses grow.

Acumatica ERP offers unlimited user licensing and advanced modules that scale with your organization, supporting growth without significant additional costs.

Comprehensive Functionality

Sage 100 Contractor focuses primarily on accounting and construction project management. However, it lacks robust features for broader business needs like CRM, advanced analytics, and real-time reporting.

Acumatica ERP provides an all-in-one solution, integrating modules for finance, customer management, inventory, and more, making it a better fit for businesses with complex needs.

Cloud-Based Flexibility

Sage 100 Contractor has limited cloud capabilities, which can hinder remote work and real-time collaboration.

Acumatica ERP is built on a true cloud platform, allowing access anytime, anywhere, on any device, ensuring business continuity and efficiency.

Enhanced Integration Capabilities

Integration options in Sage 100 Contractor are often restricted and may require extensive customization.

Acumatica ERP integrates seamlessly with third-party tools and APIs, including advanced construction and service industry tools, enabling a unified tech stack.

User-Friendly Interface

Sage 100 Contractor’s interface can feel outdated, affecting user adoption and productivity.

Acumatica ERP boasts a modern, intuitive interface with dashboards and reporting tools that enhance user experience.

Cost Efficiency

Acumatica ERP’s consumption-based pricing model ensures that businesses pay only for the resources they use, providing cost savings compared to per-user license fees in Sage 100 Contractor.

Key Benefits of Migrating to Acumatica ERP

Real-Time Insights:

Acumatica delivers real-time project insights and analytics, helping businesses make informed decisions.

Improved Collaboration:

Cloud functionality supports better communication and coordination across teams, even in dispersed locations.

Advanced Security:

State-of-the-art security protocols ensure data integrity and compliance with industry regulations.

Streamlined Operations:

Centralized processes reduce redundancy and errors, improving operational efficiency.

Customizability:

Acumatica’s flexibility allows businesses to tailor the system to their specific needs, whether for construction, field services, or beyond.

Challenges in Migration and How Confianz Global Inc. Helps

Migrating from Sage 100 Contractor to Acumatica ERP is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and execution. Common challenges include data migration, system configuration, user training, and ensuring business continuity during the transition. This is where Confianz Global Inc. becomes an indispensable partner.

Why Choose Confianz Global Inc. for Migration?

Expertise in ERP Solutions:

With extensive experience in Sage and Acumatica systems, our team ensures a smooth and efficient migration process.

Tailored Solutions:

We analyze your unique business requirements and customize the Acumatica implementation to align perfectly with your goals.

Data Integrity Assurance:

Our experts ensure seamless data migration, preserving accuracy and security.

User Training and Support:

We provide comprehensive training for your team to ensure a smooth adoption of Acumatica ERP.

Post-Migration Support:

Our ongoing support ensures your system runs optimally and any issues are addressed promptly.

Conclusion

Migrating from Sage 100 Contractor to Acumatica ERP is a step toward unlocking your business’s full potential. With its scalability, advanced features, and cloud-based flexibility, Acumatica ERP is the ideal choice for growing construction firms and beyond. Confianz Global Inc. is your trusted partner in this journey, ensuring a seamless migration process that sets your business up for long-term success.

Ready to take the leap? Contact Confianz Global Inc. today for a free consultation and let us help you transform your operations with Acumatica ERP.

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Software Development Company in Noida: Your Partner for Digital Transformation

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses need cutting-edge software solutions to stay competitive. Noida, a rapidly growing IT hub in India, houses some of the most innovative software development companies that cater to a diverse range of industries. With an ecosystem driven by technology, talent, and creativity, a software development company in Noida can transform your ideas into powerful digital products.

Why Choose a Software Development Company in Noida?

1. Access to a Talented Workforce

Noida boasts a pool of highly skilled professionals specializing in various programming languages, frameworks, and tools. With numerous educational institutions and training centers, the city produces tech-savvy professionals ready to innovate.

2. Cost-Effective Solutions

Partnering with a software development company in Noida offers the perfect blend of quality and affordability. Businesses can access world-class services at competitive rates, making it an ideal destination for startups, SMEs, and enterprises.

3. Thriving IT Ecosystem

As part of the National Capital Region (NCR), Noida benefits from robust infrastructure, seamless connectivity, and proximity to major business hubs. Its dynamic IT ecosystem supports innovation, collaboration, and growth.

4. Wide Range of Expertise

From mobile apps to enterprise software, Noida-based companies offer expertise across domains like fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, logistics, and more. This diversity enables businesses to find tailored solutions for their unique requirements.

Services Offered by Software Development Companies in Noida

1. Custom Software Development

Tailored software solutions designed to meet specific business requirements. These applications improve efficiency, streamline workflows, and support scalability.

2. Web Development

From responsive websites to complex web applications, software development companies in Noida deliver user-friendly and performance-driven web solutions using the latest technologies like React, Angular, and PHP.

3. Mobile App Development

With expertise in Android, iOS, and cross-platform development, these companies craft innovative mobile apps to enhance customer engagement and business operations.

4. Enterprise Software Solutions

For businesses looking to optimize operations, enterprise software solutions such as ERP, CRM, and HRMS are a forte of Noida-based developers.

5. Cloud Solutions

Cloud-based software enables flexibility, data security, and scalability. Many companies in Noida specialize in cloud application development, migration, and management.

6. AI and Machine Learning

Harness the power of AI and ML to develop intelligent applications that automate processes, analyze data, and provide predictive insights.

7. E-Commerce Development

Noida’s software development firms excel in building e-commerce platforms with features like payment gateway integration, inventory management, and user-friendly interfaces.

8. Quality Assurance and Testing

To ensure software reliability and performance, companies provide comprehensive testing services, including manual and automated testing.

Advantages of Collaborating with a Noida-Based Software Development Company

1. Agile Development Practices

Most companies in Noida follow agile methodologies, ensuring flexibility, quick iterations, and a focus on delivering value at every stage.

2. Focus on Innovation

The competitive environment in Noida fosters innovation, encouraging companies to adopt emerging technologies and deliver state-of-the-art solutions.

3. End-to-End Solutions

From conceptualization to deployment and post-launch support, Noida-based software companies provide comprehensive services to ensure project success.

4. Customer-Centric Approach

With a strong emphasis on understanding client needs, these companies maintain transparency and prioritize customer satisfaction.

How to Choose the Right Software Development Company in Noida

When selecting a software development partner, consider the following factors:

1. Experience and Expertise

Evaluate the company’s portfolio, case studies, and domain expertise to ensure they have the skills required for your project.

2. Technology Stack

Check if the company uses modern tools and technologies that align with your business goals and industry standards.

3. Client Reviews and Testimonials

Read client feedback and online reviews to assess the company’s reliability, professionalism, and project delivery standards.

4. Project Management Capabilities

A good software development company should have robust project management practices and tools to ensure timely delivery and effective communication.

5. Scalability and Support

Ensure the company offers scalable solutions and ongoing support to accommodate your business's growth.

Leading Software Development Companies in Noida

Noida is home to several renowned software development companies, each offering unique strengths and services. Here are some features that make these companies stand out:

Innovative Approach: Constant focus on research and development.

Diverse Portfolio: Experience in handling projects across various industries.

Global Clientele: Proven track record of working with clients worldwide.

Future of Software Development in Noida

The demand for software development services in Noida is set to grow as businesses increasingly rely on digital tools and technologies. With advancements in AI, IoT, blockchain, and cloud computing, Noida-based companies are well-positioned to lead the next wave of innovation.

Conclusion

Choosing a software development company in Noida is a smart decision for businesses seeking quality, innovation, and affordability. With their technical expertise, client-centric approach, and thriving IT ecosystem, these companies are ideal partners for businesses aiming for digital transformation.

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Mastering Cloud ERP: Strategies for Success

Many companies globally rely on outdated legacy systems or traditional on-premise enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. However, the increasing demand for cloud ERP solutions has encouraged businesses to migrate to advanced, cloud-based ERP platforms.

As ERP systems represent a substantial investment, transitioning to modern cloud ERP can be a daunting decision, filled with understandable caution.

The global cloud ERP market is experiencing explosive growth, projected to soar from $72.68 billion in 2023 to $327.13 billion by 2033. This remarkable expansion, with a CAGR of 16.2%, highlights the increasing adoption of this game-changing technology.

Rest assured, adopting cloud ERP drives unparalleled digital transformation, setting the stage for operational efficiency and scalability. For process manufacturers, embracing cloud-based ERP creates a streamlined business framework, enhancing productivity and decision-making processes.

While concerns about cloud computing and its potential risks persist, this blog demystifies the concept and addresses critical aspects of this innovative technology.

Key Takeaways:

The global cloud ERP market is growing exponentially, highlighting its importance for modern businesses. It eliminates manual inefficiencies and integrates essential business functions into a unified, scalable platform.

It operates on a subscription-based model, offering cost efficiency, flexibility, and enhanced accessibility compared to traditional on-premise systems.

Successful implementation strategies include clear goal-setting, assembling skilled teams, effective project governance, rigorous testing, and thorough user training.

Cloud ERP offers significant benefits, including lower infrastructure costs, enhanced security, quick deployment, data resilience, and comprehensive support services.

What is Cloud ERP?

Cloud ERP is a transformative solution designed to streamline financial management, inventory control, and core operational processes. This cloud-based software eliminates manual inefficiencies, enabling businesses to operate with precision and agility. By automating essential workflows, cloud ERP empowers organizations to achieve operational excellence while adapting to the fast-paced demands of modern industries.

At its core, cloud ERP refers to enterprise resource planning software hosted in the cloud by third-party providers. Unlike traditional on-premises systems, this solution offers businesses on-demand access via the Internet. It integrates critical business functions such as accounting, inventory, order processing, shipping, and customer service into a unified platform.

How Does Cloud ERP Work?

Cloud ERP functions like traditional ERP systems but operates on a remote server managed by the software vendor. This eliminates the need for businesses to invest in on-premise hardware or infrastructure, reducing upfront costs significantly. By leveraging interconnected technologies such as storage, servers, and networks hosted on the internet—collectively known as the cloud—it ensures seamless operation.  

Unlike conventional ERP models, cloud ERP solutions typically operate on a subscription-based model. Businesses pay a recurring fee, allowing them to manage expenses more flexibly. This approach enables organizations to scale their usage according to demand, whether expanding during growth or downsizing to control costs.

One of the standout features of cloud ERP is its accessibility. Employees can access vital data from anywhere with an internet connection, empowering remote work and improving operational flexibility. This accessibility ensures real-time updates, streamlining collaboration across geographically dispersed teams.  

However, businesses must prioritize data security when transitioning to cloud ERP. Since the data resides off-site, companies need robust security measures and frequent backups to safeguard sensitive information. Partnering with a vendor offering advanced security protocols and compliance certifications is critical for mitigating risks.  

Additionally, maintaining a stable internet connection is essential to ensure uninterrupted access to cloud ERP platforms. Downtime caused by poor connectivity can hinder business operations, so investing in reliable internet infrastructure is crucial for consistent performance.  

Cloud ERP combines cost efficiency, scalability, and enhanced accessibility, making it an indispensable solution for modern businesses. By addressing data security and connectivity requirements, organizations can harness its full potential for streamlined operations and growth.

Concepts of Cloud ERP

Understanding cloud ERP involves several vital concepts. Each plays a critical role in optimizing resource planning for modern businesses. Let’s explore these in more detail.

Deployment Options

Cloud ERP offers multiple deployment options to cater to varied business needs. Companies can choose from full cloud hosting, managed hosting, or SaaS models, including single-tenant or multi-tenant architectures. In a single-tenant setup, a company has exclusive access to the ERP instance, ensuring greater customization and control. Multi-tenant SaaS, on the other hand, allows multiple organizations to share the same infrastructure, reducing costs while maintaining robust performance. These deployment choices empower businesses to align ERP systems with operational goals and scalability needs.

End-to-End Security

Robust security frameworks are integral to cloud ERP, ensuring data remains secure during transmission and storage. Encrypted connections between businesses and vendors protect sensitive business and customer data against unauthorized access. Advanced authentication methods and compliance with global security standards like GDPR or ISO 27001 further enhance reliability. This secure infrastructure allows organizations to manage critical operations confidently while adhering to regulatory requirements.

SaaS ERP

Software-as-a-Service ERP revolutionizes enterprise planning by hosting ERP tools on the cloud instead of local systems. This eliminates the need for businesses to invest in hardware or infrastructure. Vendors oversee all aspects of tool management, from software updates to server maintenance, enabling companies to focus on core operations. SaaS ERP ensures constant access to the latest features and innovations, driving operational efficiency and maintaining competitive advantages without heavy IT intervention.

Disaster Recovery

Disaster recovery frameworks are a cornerstone of cloud ERP’s reliability. These frameworks include predefined policies and procedures to restore data in the event of cyberattacks, system failures, or natural disasters. Automated backups and geo-redundancy ensure that critical business data remains safe and recoverable. Businesses benefit from minimal downtime, allowing them to maintain continuity and safeguard customer trust, even during unforeseen disruptions.  

By embracing these key concepts, businesses can unlock the full potential of cloud ERP to enhance operational efficiency, security, and resilience.

Features to Incorporate in Your Cloud ERP

As a business owner, juggling numerous priorities can be overwhelming. From managing products, services, and employees to satisfying customer needs and ensuring profitability, every decision counts. When it comes to ERP, factors like implementation cost, user adoption, and operational efficiency are equally crucial. Here are the essential features of cloud ERP systems that make them indispensable for modern businesses.  

Ease of Use

An intuitive cloud ERP system ensures seamless adoption across your workforce. Employees can quickly familiarize themselves with the system, minimizing downtime and boosting productivity. Modern cloud ERP platforms often feature user-friendly dashboards and guided tutorials for effortless navigation. Many providers offer free or affordable training programs to maximize the system’s potential. With continuous vendor support, businesses can ensure employees are confident and efficient in their daily operations.  

Flexibility

Cloud ERP solutions deliver unmatched flexibility compared to traditional on-premise systems. They often operate on a “pay as you go” pricing model, making them ideal for businesses with seasonal or fluctuating demands. As your business evolves, you can scale the system up or down to match your operational requirements. This adaptability ensures you only pay for what you use, optimizing costs while maintaining efficiency.  

Accessibility

Cloud ERP empowers businesses with anywhere-anytime access to critical systems. Whether employees work remotely, travel frequently, or manage on-site tasks, they can connect seamlessly with an internet-enabled device. Many cloud ERP providers enhance this accessibility with mobile applications, enabling project management and operational updates on the go. This level of connectivity ensures real-time collaboration and smooth workflows regardless of location.  

Customizations and Integrations

Cloud ERP platforms offer extensive customization and integration capabilities to align with diverse business needs. Companies can tailor features and modules to address specific requirements, such as accounting, inventory, or HR management. Advanced cloud ERP systems also provide pre-built integrations with widely used applications like Salesforce, and Google Workspace. These integrations eliminate silos, creating a unified ecosystem for data sharing and process optimization.  

Security

Data security is a top priority for any cloud ERP solution. Providers implement robust measures, including data encryption, user authentication, and regular security audits, to safeguard sensitive business information. Many platforms comply with international standards like GDPR or ISO 27001, offering businesses peace of mind. Before onboarding, it’s essential to review the vendor’s security protocols to ensure they meet your organization’s requirements.

By leveraging these features, cloud ERP systems help businesses enhance efficiency, adapt to changing demands, and secure their operations.

Key Strategies For a Successful Cloud ERP Implementation

Assemble Your A-Team

Implementing cloud ERP systems demands significant expertise and focus. Assign your most skilled team members to lead the project, ensuring they can dedicate adequate time without competing priorities. Their understanding of your business processes will be vital for aligning the ERP system with organizational needs. Secure strong executive sponsorship early to emphasize the project’s importance. Executive involvement not only drives organizational buy-in but also helps resolve escalations promptly. This ensures alignment across all levels of the business, promoting smoother implementation.

Define Clear Goals

A successful cloud ERP implementation begins with crystal-clear objectives. Vague goals often lead to confusion and misaligned efforts. Instead, set goals that are specific, measurable, and directly tied to business outcomes, such as improving order processing times by 20% or achieving 95% inventory accuracy. Ensure these objectives are realistic yet ambitious to motivate teams. Regularly review progress against these goals and adjust strategies as necessary to keep everyone aligned with the desired outcomes.

Establish Effective PMO Governance

Strong Project Management Office (PMO) governance is the backbone of any cloud ERP implementation. It provides a central authority to oversee all project activities, ensuring alignment with business goals. PMO governance introduces standardized processes for resource allocation, task prioritization, and risk management. With clear accountability, teams remain focused on deadlines, and budgets, and deliver measurable benefits. Regular updates and reports from the PMO also keep stakeholders informed, enabling quicker decision-making and issue resolution.

Partner With the Right Experts

Cloud ERP systems are inherently complex and require specialized knowledge for successful deployment. Partnering with experienced consulting firms can bridge internal skill gaps. Choose experts who not only understand the technical intricacies of the ERP system but also have deep insights into your industry. Their ability to tailor solutions to your unique business processes ensures better outcomes. Treat this partnership as a collaboration, fostering open communication and mutual trust for long-term success.

Keep Project Scope in Check

Overambitious scopes often derail cloud ERP projects by stretching resources thin and increasing risks. Instead of attempting to overhaul all processes at once, adopt a phased approach. Begin with core functionalities that deliver the most value, such as finance, inventory, or procurement. Clearly define what each phase will include, and resist the urge to add features mid-project without assessing their impact. Use strict change control processes to manage scope changes effectively and maintain project stability.

Minimize Customization

Customizing cloud ERP systems can be a double-edged sword. While it may align the software closer to your workflows, it often leads to higher costs, increased complexity, and challenges with future upgrades. Wherever possible, stick to out-of-the-box functionality supported by industry best practices. Prioritize customizations only for areas that deliver a clear competitive advantage. For instance, if your company has a unique sales model, customizations in that area could be justified. A simpler system also makes long-term maintenance more manageable.

Prioritize Change Management

The success of a cloud ERP system isn’t just about the technology—it’s about how well people adapt to it. Effective change management strategies are critical to mitigate resistance and ensure smooth adoption. Start by identifying how the system will impact different teams and address their concerns proactively. Use regular communication to share the project’s vision, benefits, and updates. Invest in training programs and create support systems, such as help desks or super-user networks, to assist employees during the transition.

Rigorous Testing

Testing is where many cloud ERP implementations fail due to rushed timelines or incomplete test plans. Conduct comprehensive testing at every stage of the project. Functional testing ensures individual modules work as expected, while integration testing checks how they interact with existing systems. User acceptance testing (UAT) is equally crucial, as it validates that the system meets actual business needs. Use real-world scenarios during testing to identify potential issues before going live. Thorough testing minimizes downtime, errors, and disruptions.

Effective Communication

Effective communication acts as the glue holding your cloud ERP project together. Miscommunication or lack of updates can cause confusion and resistance among stakeholders. Develop a detailed communication plan at the outset. This plan should include regular updates, status reports, and milestone celebrations to keep everyone motivated and informed. Use multiple channels like emails, newsletters, town halls, or project dashboards to ensure messages reach all relevant audiences. Clear communication fosters transparency, trust, and collaboration.

Thorough User Training

The success of a cloud ERP system depends heavily on its end users. Without proper training, even the most sophisticated system can fail. Design training programs that are role-specific, addressing the unique needs of different teams, such as finance, HR, or operations. Use interactive methods like hands-on workshops, simulations, and e-learning modules to make training more engaging. Start training early, and provide ongoing sessions post-implementation to address real-world challenges. Empowering users with the skills and confidence to use the system will maximize its value.

Business Benefits of Cloud ERP

Small and midsize businesses (SMBs) now have an abundance of ERP options tailored to their unique needs. Among these, cloud ERP solutions stand out for their adaptability and value-driven benefits. From streamlining financial management to optimizing inventory and order processing, cloud ERP enhances operational efficiency across the board. Let’s delve into the key benefits:  

Lower Infrastructure and Operating Costs

Adopting cloud ERP eliminates the need to purchase or maintain on-premise hardware, reducing significant capital expenditure. Businesses no longer require in-house IT teams to manage updates or system upkeep. The cloud-based ERP provider takes charge of maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting, ensuring seamless operations without unexpected costs. This cost-efficient model allows businesses to allocate resources to growth initiatives instead of IT infrastructure.  

Enhanced Security Measures

Cloud ERP systems utilize cutting-edge security technologies, including data encryption and advanced firewalls, to safeguard sensitive information. Data is stored across multiple locations, ensuring redundancy and quick recovery in case of cyberattacks or physical damage. For customer relationship management, encrypted storage and transmission methods guarantee compliance with stringent data protection regulations. These proactive measures ensure peace of mind for SMBs entrusting their data to the cloud.

Quick Deployment and Scalability

Unlike traditional ERP systems that demand extensive setup times, cloud ERP can be deployed in a matter of weeks. Businesses can bypass hardware installations and start using the platform almost instantly via internet access. Adding new modules or scaling functionality to meet evolving business needs is effortless, enabling rapid adaptation without operational disruption.  

Resilient Storage and Universal Access

Data stored on on-premise servers is vulnerable to damage or loss due to hardware failures or disasters. In contrast, cloud ERP ensures data resilience through secure cloud storage. Businesses can access their critical information anytime, anywhere, using an internet-enabled device. This capability is particularly advantageous for companies operating across multiple locations or adopting remote work policies.  

Comprehensive Support Services

With on-premise ERP systems, businesses bear the responsibility for system support, often leading to high costs and resource strain. Cloud ERP providers, however, offer end-to-end support as part of their subscription services. Renowned vendors like SAP and Oracle include troubleshooting, updates, and customer assistance, ensuring seamless functionality. Businesses can focus on core operations, knowing their ERP system is in capable hands.

Conclusion

Cloud ERP has emerged as a transformative solution for modern businesses, enabling them to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and achieve unmatched scalability. Its ability to integrate critical business functions into a unified, cloud-based platform provides organizations with the flexibility and agility needed to adapt to evolving market demands. 

By addressing challenges like data security and user adoption through strategic implementation and robust governance, businesses can unlock the full potential of cloud ERP. As the global market continues to expand, organizations embracing this innovative technology will be well-positioned to drive growth, boost efficiency, and stay ahead in a highly competitive landscape. Cloud ERP is not just an investment in technology; it is a commitment to a smarter, more resilient future for businesses.

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Blockchain Development Tools: A Comprehensive Overview

Because of its versatility, blockchain technology has expanded beyond its beginnings in cryptocurrencies and now offers many opportunities. With its disruptive and inventive characteristics, blockchain is transforming recording systems and is positioned as a reliable, distributed data collection innovation.

Let's examine a thorough rundown of the best blockchain development tools on the market.

1. Solidity in Smart Contract Development

Solidity, an object-oriented programming language created especially for creating smart contracts and apps on the Ethereum platform, emerges as a critical blockchain technology tool. The Ethereum virtual machine is improved by this JavaScript-based language, which offers a stable runtime environment. Developers use Solidity to create and implement smart contracts on several blockchains.

2. Using Geth to Manage Ethereum Nodes

Geth is a well-known tool that serves as an Ethereum node. If default values are not supplied, Geth seamlessly connects to the Ethereum mainnet and serves as a command console for input and function execution. Because Geth may automatically access and download the entire Ethereum blockchain, developers are urged to use an external data storage hard drive. Geth makes managing Ethereum nodes easier and is compatible with Windows, Linux, and other operating systems.

3. Dolium's Code Security Assurance

Code safety is crucial, and Solium is essential to ensuring reliable and safe solid code. This utility fixes possible security flaws and formats code for strength. Solium contributes to the general security of blockchain apps by adhering to the Solidity Style Guide and encouraging community-accepted coding techniques.

4. Using Truffle to Simplify Smart Contract Development

Developers can quickly create distributed apps with Truffle, a robust technology that makes intelligent contract development easier. Truffle makes script migration and execution easier by supporting automated testing with tools like Mocha and Chai. It is a valuable instrument for blockchain development.

5. Embark: A Developer Platform for dApp Deployment

One particularly noteworthy developer platform is Embark, which makes it easier to create and implement decentralized apps (dApps). It makes it possible to create new smart contracts and incorporate them easily into JavaScript code. Contract modifications are automatically reflected in related dApps in the Embark system. Embark facilitates Javascript contract testing by utilizing well-known web development languages like Angular, Meteor, and React, allowing developers to oversee their contracts across several blockchains.

6. Using MyEtherWallet for Safe Cryptocurrency Storage

MyEtherWallet provides a safe way to store cryptocurrencies in paper wallets. By printing the private and public keys on actual paper, this cold-storage technique offers a safe and offline storage solution. Hot storage is more straightforward, whereas cold storage is more secure. However, it has a somewhat higher learning curve. Both methods of storage serve distinct purposes.

7. Blockchain Testnet Essential Testing

The blockchain testnet serves as the essential testing environment all blockchain developers require. It enables developers to test decentralized apps (dApps) before live deployment. Testnets are very useful since they allow testing without using actual resources. Because Ethereum uses gas as fuel for different actions, testnets are an excellent way for developers to fix flaws without spending much money.

8. Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) in Cloud-Based   Development

Putting an end-to-end blockchain solution into practice might take much work for many businesses. Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) is a cloud architecture that allows dApps to be built and hosted. Companies can use BaaS to streamline deployment procedures while only paying for the services they utilize. Like Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) in the IT industry, blockchain developers must know how to deal with BaaS. Microsoft, SAP, and Azure examples demonstrate how flexible BaaS applications are.

9. Ether.js JavaScript Wallets

Ether.js is a valuable tool for creating client-side JavaScript wallets that enable connection with the Ethereum blockchain. First linked to ethers.io, it has developed into a flexible general-purpose toolkit that helps web applications easily incorporate blockchain capabilities.

10. Using Hyperledger Caliper for Performance Testing

Hyperledger Caliper is helpful for developers who are interested in evaluating blockchain performance. This tool uses metrics, including throughput, resource usage, latency, and success rate, to quantify blockchain performance. Hyperledger Caliper testing yields valuable insights for blockchain solution optimization and fine-tuning.

11. Using Solc to Compile Solidity

Blockchain developers must be familiar with Solidity's syntax, and Solc is an essential tool for Ethereum-related applications. Solc is a Solidity compiler that transforms scripts into an easy-to-read format. Due to its natural integration with most Ethereum nodes, it is a popular tool that helps with the smooth offline compilation of Solidity scripts.

Encouraging Future Pioneers: The Essential Function of Blockchain Education in Developing Blockchain Developers

It is impossible to overestimate the significance of blockchain courses, particularly for prospective blockchain engineers looking for in-depth instruction in this cutting-edge subject. An organized approach to learning about blockchain and its many uses is to enroll in the top blockchain courses. 

These courses give prospective blockchain developers the fundamental abilities and information required to succeed in blockchain development. People who receive blockchain developer training become proficient in essential languages and tools like Solidity, Geth, and Truffle.

Furthermore, blockchain education extends beyond theoretical knowledge by allowing developers to work with smart contracts, experiment with them, and learn about the subtleties of blockchain testnets. The courses provide students with the skills to understand the complexities of cloud-based blockchain solutions and navigate Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) platforms. 

These courses become indispensable tools as the need for qualified blockchain specialists grows, enabling people to make significant contributions to the field of blockchain development. Adopting blockchain education is a calculated step toward becoming a skilled blockchain developer, equipped to take advantage of the revolutionary potential of this cutting-edge technology rather than just an investment in one's career.

To sum up, the field of blockchain development tools is broad and constantly changing. Each tool is essential for enabling developers to fully utilize blockchain technology, whether for testing blockchain performance, streamlining intelligent contract development, or guaranteeing code security. As the blockchain ecosystem develops, developers must remain knowledgeable about these technologies to navigate this cutting-edge field successfully.

The Blockchain Council is a source of knowledge offering online blockchain courses for individuals keen to learn more about blockchain and improve their abilities. The Blockchain Council promotes blockchain research and development, investigates application cases, and shares information for a better society. 

It is made up of enthusiasts and subject matter experts. Understanding that blockchain goes beyond the confines of conventional technology, the Blockchain Council offers the top blockchain certification, giving people the knowledge and abilities they need to succeed in this quickly developing industry. The Blockchain Council is a dependable resource for staying ahead of industry trends and developing expertise in this game-changing technology in light of the paradigm shift toward blockchain adoption.