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Master Modern CSS Architecture BEM and Utility-First frameworks. Learn to scale your web projects with expert tips from Spiral Compute New Zealand.

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🔧 Build Tools & Package Managers Development As part of our kb Apprentice Program, every new team member learns the essential tools behind efficient software delivery – including build tools like Maven and package managers like npm. Why does it matter? 🔹 Automation over manual work – repeatable builds save time and prevent errors 🔹 Dependency management – structure and control for external libraries and tools 🔹 Reproducible results – whether locally or in the cloud, builds remain consistent These tools are fundamental to working in real-world projects. That’s why we make them a core part of the apprenticeship journey – combining theory and practice in a hands-on full-stack project.

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Blueprint Finance NZ knew their WordPress site wasn't a long-term solution — slow load times, generic templates, and ongoing security maintenance. So they made the switch to a static website built on CloudCannon. No more plugin chaos. No more generic templates. No more “niggling stress.” “With WordPress, even if you’re comfortable maintaining it, there’s a niggling stress that isn’t there with CloudCannon.” — Timmy Brown, Head of Marketing Now? ⚡ A website that's 10x easier to edit 🔒 Zero need for maintenance 🎯 A focused, professional website that increased weekly customer leads Full story: https://lnkd.in/g9hUhdtG

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📣 PIA Feature Update – June Release We're excited to roll out a fresh set of new features, improvements and what's coming next to make your NDIS invoice processing even more accurate and reliable. ✨ New Features 🆕 Auto-Create Provider If PIA finds a provider on an invoice that doesn’t exist in your system, it can now automatically create the provider using the invoice details and flag it for review. ✅ ABN Validation PIA now checks provider ABNs against the official government registry to ensure the provider has an active business registration. 👍 Improvements 📌 High-Risk Line Item Thresholds High-risk checks are now applied to the total value of line items using the same support code, not just individual line items. 💸 Outstanding Balance and Zero Price Line Items Improved handling of Invoices with a $0 outstanding balance and line items with $0 🔧 In Development 🚗 Support for New NDIS Provider Travel Pricing Arrangements We may not love the new NDIS travel rules but rest assured, PIA is being updated to handle the latest changes so you stay compliant. If you have any questions or feedback on these updates, we’d love to hear from you. We're committed to helping you get the most out of PIA 🚀 MYP Technologies (MYP/iinduct/iinsight) Profenso AI Maciej Trzaskowski, PhD Vinnie D'Alessandro Kamran Healy-Sheeraz Joshua Arnold Michal Studzinski

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🚨 Planning a MYOB Advanced to Xero migration? Don’t make the mistake of thinking it’s a simple data transfer. From multicurrency issues to group structure mismatches, this move can quickly go off track without expert preparation. 💡 We've just published a practical, no-fluff guide that walks you through the 10 biggest challenges businesses face during a MYOB Advanced to Xero migration—and exactly how to avoid them. 🔍 Whether you’re a CFO, finance lead, or systems manager, this post will help you spot the red flags before they become costly problems—so you can go live with confidence and accuracy. 👇 Read the blog, avoid the mistakes, and set your business up for cloud accounting success in 2025. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g6Qpy-PW #MYOBtoXero #XeroMigration #CloudAccounting #FinanceLeaders #AccountingSoftware #XeroExperts #DataMigration #XeroForBusiness #MulticurrencyAccounting #XeroUK #eCloudExperts

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We have released the new Addressfinder developer documentation. Our focus has been on creating clear guides, API docs and supportive materials to streamline the integration process and get you up and running quickly. Check out the step-by-step guides, configuration options, code examples and the new code generator that dynamically creates your address widget. Read the docs: https://lnkd.in/e_HFKmPn #devdocs #api #AddressVerification

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Who's joining tonight? Developer South Coast is back with their next event: Design Patterns for Software Diagramming by Jacqui Read 👏 In this session, Jacqui Read will explore how applying design patterns to software diagrams can enhance communication and understanding within development teams. You will learn about effective diagramming techniques, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to create visuals that foster better knowledge transfer and inclusivity. Jacqui is a keynote speaker, an internationally-recognised solution and enterprise architect, and author of Communication Patterns: A Guide for Developers and Architects. She teaches public and private workshops and speaks at international conferences on topics such as architecture practices, systems design, and technical communication. More information about the event and registration here: https://lnkd.in/eGmSs-iw #TechTalk #SoftwareDevelopment

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Upgrade Your React / Next.js Applications - Vulnerability (CVE-2025-66478) Many small and large companies across Australia are rapidly adopting React and Next.js. If you're currently using React, now is the time to ensure your application is upgraded and secure. Upgrading can be costly for large organisations—especially those with multiple micro Next.js applications across different teams. Development, testing, and deployment efforts all add up. However, strong automation (CI/CD, E2E Test) and the use of monorepo tooling (Turborepo, Nx) can significantly reduce these costs and streamline the upgrade process. Affected Next.js Versions Applications using React Server Components with the App Router are affected when running: Next.js 15.x Next.js 16.x Next.js 14.3.0-canary.77 and later canary releases Next.js 13.x, Next.js 14.x stable, Pages Router applications, and the Edge Runtime are not affected. More information: https://lnkd.in/gs_YMjPn

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The real costs of running your NDIS organisations, isn’t your softwares, it’s hidden. Many providers underestimate this. But fragmented spreadsheets, manual claims, and disconnected tools don’t just slow you down — they expose your organisation to compliance risks, billing errors, cash-flow delays, and staff burnout. The real cost of your NDIS business are the hidden manual tasks. In today’s environment, that’s no small threat. The right NDIS software isn’t just a system upgrade — it’s protection, efficiency, and peace of mind all in one. With automated claim validation, audit-ready reporting, secure document storage, real-time funding visibility, and streamlined rostering, providers can reduce costly errors and move from reactive admin to confident, compliant operations. And the results speak for themselves: ✔️ Fewer claim rejections ✔️ Faster payments and improved cash flow ✔️ 100+ hours of admin time saved monthly ✔️ Happier staff delivering better care ✔️ Greater consistency in participant outcomes Most importantly? You eliminate the risks that come from outdated systems — and build a more resilient, future-ready organisation. As scrutiny on NDIS providers intensifies, investing in the right software isn’t just about efficiency. It’s about sustainability, compliance, and protecting the people you support. If you’ve ever wondered whether NDIS software is worth it… this breakdown will change the way you see ROI. 🔗 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/g9pUSRs8

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Software engineers are in an identity crisis. They find purpose in building things and now have to transition to managing agents. Annie Vella Distinguished Engineer at Westpac New Zealand, accurately described that in her now viral blog post “The Software Engineering Identity Crisis.” Dozens of engineers have instantly reached out to her, saying that she managed to write down exactly what they’ve been feeling. In this episode of The Hangar DX podcast, Ankit Jain sat with Annie to talk about the shift from software engineers to agent managers, why engineers are so attached to writing code, and what skills will be relevant for engineers in the near future. Here is the full conversation - > https://lnkd.in/d2hPcZ3f

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Is LinkedIn broken for job applications? Our recent job ad for a Frontend Developer role has been live for a few days 📈 1,032 applicants 👀 4,597 views ⏳ Still open for another 26 days. That's over 1,000 applicants—and counting—for a single frontend role in Australia. While that level of reach might sound like a win for visibility, it raises a serious question for both sides of the hiring process: Are we chasing quantity over quality? For hiring teams: - How do you realistically review over a thousand applications? - What percentage are relevant? How many are spam or bot-driven? - Are the strongest candidates being lost in the noise? For candidates: - Is this what “spray and pray” has become? - Does a high volume dilute your application’s visibility? - What confidence do you have that your CV is even seen? 👉 LinkedIn is powerful, but the signal-to-noise ratio is becoming a genuine problem. So what could LinkedIn do better? - Improve filtering beyond keywords—prioritise relevance. - Support ethical AI-driven shortlisting with transparency. - Empower employers to cap applications or introduce pre-qualifiers. - Make job seeking human again—not a numbers game. Quality over quantity. That’s the future of good hiring—for both people and platforms. What are you seeing in your hiring or job-seeking journey? Has LinkedIn helped—or hindered—you lately? #recruitment #techhiring #frontenddeveloper #jobsearch #linkedinrant #digitalcareers #UXofHiri

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Confused about PCI compliance for your AU eCommerce store? 🇦🇺 Avoiding fines is only the beginning. Proper compliance builds customer trust and protects your business from devastating breaches. If you are looking to secure your checkout, reduce your compliance scope, and get a realistic roadmap for security audits, this guide is for you. We break down: ✅ Which SAQ you actually need to fill out. ✅ How to handle tokenization properly. ✅ The 12 requirements mapped to Australian business contexts. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gSDk8hSK #PCI #ECommerce #SecurityAudit #Australia #GreenhatWebServices #WebDevelopment #WebSecurity

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Hiring the wrong type of developer can slow delivery, blow budgets, and create tech debt you’ll feel for years. Frontend, Backend, or Full-Stack - the right choice depends on your stage, strategy, and scale goals. This guide breaks down how Australian business and tech leaders should think about structuring development teams in 2026 - clearly, practically, and without the hype. 👉 Read the full blueprint: https://lnkd.in/gAwwMR-X #TechLeadership #SoftwareDevelopment #AustralianBusiness #HiringDevelopers #WebcoTalent #SmartScaling

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How well-defined are your API standards? Here's how to improve them. In a digital landscape that constantly evolves, the absence of clear API standards can hinder integration, security, and scalability. For NZ enterprises, this challenge is compounded given local regulations and unique market dynamics. Key Trade-offs to Consider: - **Speed vs. Quality**: Speeding up development may compromise security and compliance. We prioritize rigorous standards to maintain integrity. - **Flexibility vs. Structure**: Overly rigid standards can stifle innovation. We advocate for adaptable frameworks that allow growth while ensuring compliance. - **Short-term gains vs. Long-term success**: Quick wins might lead to technical debt. We focus on sustainable practices that better serve organisational goals. What We Do Instead: - Develop clear, actionable API governance frameworks tailored to NZ’s compliance landscape. - Conduct workshops and training to elevate your team's understanding of API best practices. - Implement continuous feedback mechanisms to refine and adjust standards in real-time. Your enterprise deserves the best. Let's enhance your API strategy today. Reach out for a tailored consultation at apiconnects.co.nz #EnterpriseTech #TechConsulting #APIs #DevSecOps #DataEngineering #AI #Automation #Integration #DigitalTransformation #CloudComputing #ITConsultancy #TechInnovation apiconnects.co.nz | enquiry@apiconnects.co.nz | 092430360

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We’re seriously excited about the Testing & Quality Track at NZ Tech Rally 2026. The conversations this year are bold and very real for anyone working in QA right now. * Can AI really replace testers?
 * Why do five security testers/agencies produce five different reports?
 * How do you actually test generative AI?
 * And can you supercharge your Playwright automation using MCP + Github copilot? These were our top four talk submissions for the track. Meet our speakers: Can AI really replace testers in the future?
 – Surya Baskaran, Senior QA Consultant TTC Global Give an app to 5 different security testers, you'll get 5 different reports
 – Peter Jakowetz, Managing Director PrivSec Consulting Cracking the AI black box: Challenges and solutions in testing generative AI
 – Deep Pandey, Senior Consultant in AI Planit Supercharge your test automation with Playwright, MCP, and GitHub Copilot
 – Allan Jay Munar , Principal Consultant TTC Global Big thanks to Aaron Hodder, our Testing & Quality Track Lead, for helping shape this lineup. He’ll also be MC’ing the track in May. Read full talk descriptions at:
https://nztechrally.nz #NZTechRally #NZTechRally2026 #TechConference #SoftwareEngineering #KiwiTech

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🚀 Top Software & Web Development Services in Australia – 2025 Guide is Live! 🇦🇺 Looking for the best software and web development companies in Australia? Our latest guide covers: ✔️ Top development services ✔️ Leading companies in 2025 ✔️ Cost & pricing insights ✔️ Latest tech trends (AI, Cloud, PWA, DevOps) ✔️ How to choose the right IT partner Whether you're a startup or an enterprise, this blog will help you find the perfect technology partner to scale your business. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/djk6jK9h #SoftwareDevelopment #WebDevelopment #AustraliaTech #ITServices #StartupAustralia #DigitalTransformation #WebDesign #AppDevelopment #SaaS #Tech2025

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Choosing between local vs offshore app development isn’t just about hourly rates. It’s about communication, compliance, control, timelines, and long-term scalability. This quick guide from Probits breaks down when local teams make sense, when offshore works, and why a hybrid modeloften gives the best balance of cost and quality for Australian startups. Worth a read if you’re planning your next product build: https://lnkd.in/gaecGRi3

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🧨𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗧𝗢𝘀 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗱𝗻’𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 Every year, dozens of RTOs are blindsided by audit outcomes they thought they were ready for. They’ve got policies in place. They’re delivering courses. But then comes the ASQA audit—and suddenly, what looked “𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘁” falls apart under scrutiny. The truth is that hope is not a strategy. Evidence is. 💡 That’s Where an Internal Audit Changes Everything 𝗔𝘁 𝗩𝗘𝗧 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽, 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗥𝗧𝗢𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗦𝗤𝗔 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀. Our internal audits are led by compliance experts who know exactly what the regulator expects— ✅ From your Training and Assessment Strategy (TAS) ✅ To your validation records ✅ To trainer files, enrolment processes, industry consultation, and more We don’t deliver fluff. 𝗪𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱, 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗧𝗢𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘂𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. You’ll walk away with: 𝗔 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗔 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿, 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽-𝗯𝘆-𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 🔐 Compliance isn’t optional. It’s operational. And no, you don’t need to do it alone. If you want to take control of your audit readiness— If you want to stop guessing and start preparing with confidence— Then take the first step now. 📅 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 📞 𝗢𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗻𝗼-𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁: 𝟭𝟴𝟬𝟬 𝟵𝟱𝟵 𝟵𝟱𝟴 Because if you're not checking for compliance, you're preparing for consequences. 𝗩𝗘𝗧 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗶𝗻. #RTO #ASQA #ComplianceAudit #VETSector #InternalAudit #RTOSuccess #VETAdvisoryGroup #TrainingCompliance #OutcomeStandards2025 #AuditReady #RTOManagement

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Are you overspending on Microsoft Copilot licensing? Many organisations are blanket buying Copilot licences for every user. It feels proactive but it is expensive and it does not guarantee adoption or value. We are seeing businesses pay for Copilot that staff are not confident using or are barely touching at all. Licences alone do not change behaviour. Training governance and real world use cases do. In this short video I explain why a targeted Copilot rollout often delivers better results than an all user approach and how to make sure you are paying for productivity not shelfware. Watch the video and see if your Copilot strategy is actually delivering a return. #MicrosoftCopilot #Microsoft365 #AIatWork #ITStrategy #DigitalTransformation #ModernWorkplace #SMBTech #BusinessProductivity

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