Mad Devs' #3 Newsletter. July 2022
Tags: news, webdev, blockchain
Published: 2022-08-05 13:13:00

## Top articles of the last month from Mad Devs' blog:

**What to choose for successful Blockchain startups - Ethereum, Cardano, Polkadot or Solana?**

Many developers of decentralized applications are choosing Ethereum as their blockchain of choice. But what about the other booming cryptocurrencies as well? Here we will compare [Ethereum vs. Cardano vs. Polkadot vs. Solana](https://maddevs.io/blog/ethereum-vs-cardano-vs-polkadot-vs-solana/?utm_source=devto), look at some startups, and try to receive what cryptocurrency is more successful.

![Ethereum, Cardano, Polkadot and Solana](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*BwBWC4QKlkvm1A8N6IgNNA.png)

**Cost of failure in smart-contract development**

Smart contracts are actively taking over the technology market. Proponents believe that a new era is coming where smart contracts are one of the key technologies in the new digital world, which will become a universal solution for all industries seeking to automate their work for simplicity, reliability, and efficiency. [What is the cost of failing in smart contract development](https://maddevs.io/blog/cost-of-failure-in-smart-contract-development/?utm_source=devto)? And most importantly, what specific steps should be taken to avoid possible vulnerabilities in smart contract development?

![Cost of failure in smart-contract development](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*b3xQ3qYSIiMKsw53mwbv3w.png)

**How to make a streaming service like Netflix**

Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph co-founded Netflix in 1997 to provide a convenient and affordable way for people to watch TV shows and movies. In 2007, the company introduced a feature that allowed users to stream movies and TV shows directly to their computers. In 2012, it started to take on a more prominent role as a producer and distributor of television series and films. Statista published that Netflix had approximately 221.64 million paid subscribers worldwide as of the first quarter of 2022. [Find out](https://maddevs.io/blog/how-to-make-a-streaming-service-like-netflix-blog/?utm_source=devto) what you need to build an app like Netflix.

**Main software development metrics and KPIs**

The traditional approach to software development is mainly focused on quantitative metrics such as number of lines, bugs, and meeting deadlines. But modern agile methodology aims to analyze and optimize the qualitative factors through a combination of qualitative and operational metrics.

[In this article](https://maddevs.io/blog/main-software-development-metrics-and-kpis/?utm_source=devto), you will find out about the main types of key performance for software developers and how to measure them.

![Main software development metrics and KPIs](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*5HUK2i_2DbvKSqFdxeRFAQ.png)

**How do help teams effectively achieve key goals in software development?**

We present to you the smart bot Enji which eliminates routine
and micromanagement. The Enji provides a comprehensive project overview using all the data it collects, and it is always up-to-date.

[![Enji](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*z2yodYEWh19zXN-vwJLs8A.png)](https://enji.ai/?utm_source=devto)

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## Third-party custom development insights

[**How to benefit from effective outsourcing**](https://s7415867.sendpul.se/sl/MjYxODA3MzQ=/f37831eaecb4959d83c57420044939dd67227s4)

When handled and managed appropriately, outsourcing can improve the overall quality and speed of services your company provides, enhance and widen your proposition, help support business growth and provide a wide range of benefits to clients.

[**Google AI Team Explain How ML and Semantic Engines Improve Developer Productivity**](https://s7415867.sendpul.se/sl/MjYxODA3MzU=/f37831eaecb4959d83c57420044939dd67227s4)

The business value of AI could reach $5.1 billion by 2025. There are many reasons why software development firms are looking to adopt ML-based Semantic Engines and other AI capabilities.

[**Software Developers Scale For The Next Stage Of Tech Innovation**](https://s7415867.sendpul.se/sl/MjYxODA3MzY=/f37831eaecb4959d83c57420044939dd67227s4)

The software engineering sector is one of the fastest growing technology markets in the entire world. In the next five years, the industry is forecasted to grow at an annual CAGR of nearly six-percent. The field is valued at over $600B in 2022.