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 Finding the right talent can make all the difference for companies aiming to enhance their Quality Assurance (QA) processes, implement healthcare automation solutions, and improve interoperability in healthcare.
Gestalt Diagnostics is dedicated to transforming anatomic pathology laboratories into automated digital workflows. Their enterprise solutions reduce error rates and empower pathologists to generate objective, reproducible results.
Josué, one of Jobsity’s senior QA engineers, has been working with Gestalt for almost two years—and he’s played a vital role in developing their automated solutions. In this interview, we spoke about Josué’s work on diagnostic interoperability and automation, how he develops test cases for API security, and what he brings to the table as a Jobsitizen.
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Empowering Streamlined Lab Work</h3>
Josué’s work focuses on developing <a href="https://www.gestaltdiagnostics.com/pathflow" style="color: #1d1e24;">Pathflow</a>, Gestalt’s software platform for pathology labs. While his work enables better healthcare solutions, Josué also values Gestalt’s work culture: open communication, teammate support, and clear workflows are the norm. Josué believes it’s a workplace where you’re always encouraged to contribute and improve.
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px;"> Leveraging Josué’s Versatile Skills</h3>
Enhancing Pathflow’s interoperability means continually adding new features and models. Josué uses JavaScript to test Pathflow’s automations and Postman for APIs. But ultimately, Josué believes attention to detail is his most valuable skill as a QA. This has led to Josué stepping into&nbsp; project management, which he hopes to eventually hone in graduate school.
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px;"> Mastering the Art of Quality Assurance</h3>
Out of all the types of QA testing, Josué primarily conducts regression tests, which ensure that new updates and features do not disrupt Pathflow’s functionality. While his degree in system engineering and product development provided a strong foundation for his work, Josué’s extensive hands-on experience enabled him to become a Lead QA Engineer, a cut above the rest.
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px;"> The Intersection of AI x QA</h3>
AI has been a game-changer in Josué’s workflow. AI tools have significantly sped up tasks like detecting UX differences between software versions, reducing the time required for testing.
Of course, when it comes to healthcare tools, incorrect results can have serious consequences. As a responsible steward of sensitive health information, Josué is cautious about integrating AI into more aspects of testing, but he recognizes its potential to revolutionize processes in other sectors.
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px;"> Thriving as a Jobsitizen</h3>
As a Jobsity engineer, Josué brings credibility, professionalism, and exceptional talent to the table. He's proud to be an example of how Latin American professionals can provide superior value to U.S. companies seeking top-notch talent.
Josué says “I will always be grateful because Jobsity took me out of my comfort zone. . . . I’m always grateful that Jobsity let me understand that I can do more.”
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Jobsity in Action: QA Engineer Josué

Do you have an idea for the next best app of the decade? Are you looking for the best mobile app development tools without sacrificing custom web app development? There’s an easy answer, a sweet spot between functionality, investment, and performance: Flutter.&nbsp;
Flutter’s one of the most versatile, convenient toolkits on the market for building stunning, cross-platform applications. Using a single codebase, your team can create custom apps with highly branded designs and rich widget use.
As the most prevalent cross-platform mobile framework, Flutter’s carved out a niche in a competitive landscape. App usage is up to an estimated 88% of <a href="https://www.insiderintelligence.com/content/the-majority-of-americans-mobile-time-spent-takes-place-in-apps" style="color: #14aaed;">all time spent on mobile devices</a> and the future is bright. Is using Flutter the best way to launch your project into this brave new world?&nbsp;
We think it might be.&nbsp;
So what is Flutter, exactly? Before you can decide if using Flutter’s right for you, let’s talk about what it is and what it can do.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">What is Flutter?&nbsp;</h2>
Simply put, Flutter’s an open-source UI toolkit developed by Google. Its popularity’s still on a steady rise, even after years of success.&nbsp;
Imagine building a home: you need tools and materials, a blueprint, design elements, and functionality. Native coding has you build “room by room:” separate codebases in various languages for different platforms which then fit together. Flutter lets you build everything in one place, more like designing a whole house from the start. This simplifies the process, saving time and money while delivering a high-quality end product.&nbsp;
How’s this possible? Flutter uses an object-oriented, UI-focused programming language called Dart. Dart has cross-platform functionality: it works for iOS, Android, and web applications. Using Dart has a ton of advantages, from optional typing to both JIT and AOT compilation. There’s also language-level support for asynchronous programming, useful for those time-heavy tasks like data fetching. As it’s open-source, Dart users have access to pre-developed packages from coders all over the world.&nbsp;
Chances are, you’ve been using Flutter apps for years without even realizing it. Google Ads, Google Pay, Groupon, BMW, Toyota, and Fuse are all examples of Flutter in action. The proof’s in the performance! Seamless UX/UI, easy fixes, and professional look and feel are hallmarks of the framework.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">Flutter Widgets: App Customization in a Flash</h2>
It’s the first question you’ll ask when you start working with Flutter: “<a href="https://medium.com/jay-tillu/4-what-is-widget-in-flutter-lets-clear-the-basics-first-82f501c8d0f0" style="color: #14aaed;">What is a widget</a> and how do I use them?”&nbsp;
Flutter widgets are the building blocks of UI. They allow developers to save time without sacrificing customization or functionality. Widgets determine how your app looks and behaves, from buttons and text to input fields and full screens. Even better, Flutter has a library of pre-designed widgets so you can save development time while still achieving stunning results.&nbsp;
Flutter uses two main types of widgets: StatelessWidgets and StatefulWidgets. In these two subgroups are countless representations, from extremely simple to complex functions. As everything in Flutter’s built with widgets, they control every aspect of the final application.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">What’s the Difference Between Stateless and Stateful Widgets?</h2>
StatelessWidgets are static. They don’t change based on user interaction so once you’ve built them, they’re stable. StatelessWidgets include text labels and static images.&nbsp;
StatefulWidgets, in contrast, are dynamic: they change their appearance or behavior based on user interaction. Buttons that react to being pressed, counters that increase with each tap, dynamic timers you can set: all StatefulWidgets.&nbsp;
Widgets offer practically limitless opportunities for personalization. Layouts, gestures, animations, design, branding—in everything from straightforward dictionaries to complex fantasy sports app development, the sky’s the limit.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">What Are the Advantages of Using Flutter?</h2>
Let’s get down to it: why choose Flutter over another software development kit? The advantages are clear:&nbsp;
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<li>Single Codebase, Incredible Versatility: The single biggest benefit of using Flutter is the fact that it’s designed to make cross-platform development as easy as possible. Flutter supports seven different platforms from one codebase: iOS, Android, Web, Linux, Fuschia, macOS, and Windows. This alone is worth the investment.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Developer Support Features: Flutter’s great for developers, with a ton of support features. For example, Hot Reload allows you to see instant previews of results as you code new iterations, tests, and fixes. There’s well-supported <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/blog/pair-programming-tech-s-best-friend-or-biggest-nightmare" style="color: #14aaed;">pair programming</a> functionality for real-time collaboration. Widgets let developers save time by not having to start from scratch—without sacrificing quality.&nbsp; </li>
<li>High Performance: Flutter apps run smoothly and look good doing it. The emphasis on UI means that there’s a consistent user experience across platforms. Widgets also adapt to different screen sizes and orientations so users can access your app from any device.&nbsp; There’s a reason so many brand juggernauts use Flutter as their development toolkit of choice.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Lower Costs, Faster Development: As Flutter lets you automatically develop across platforms, custom mobile app development is a breeze. You’re designing everything at once, in one place and language. This means you’re saving time and money in not only the development itself but in all QA testing, fixes, and future iterations.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Look to the Future: Speaking of those future iterations, another huge advantage to leveraging Flutter for your app is its connection to Google. The company consistently releases updates and there are plans in place for further development. This kind of support allows you to continuously improve your app’s capabilities across all platforms, simultaneously.&nbsp;</li>
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<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">What Businesses Should use Flutter?&nbsp;</h2>
We’ve covered the basics, the widgets, the advantages—but is Flutter development the right move for your business? There’s an easy way to tell with a single question:&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">Do you want your app to work across multiple platforms?&nbsp;</h2>
That’s what it comes down to, plain and simple. The beauty of Flutter is that it takes the time and energy out of developing for different platforms. Flutter app development companies can build one app with cross-platform functionality. If that’s not a priority for you, Flutter might be more expensive than it’s worth.&nbsp;
Native app development is a less-expensive option for those who only want availability on one platform or device type. You’re missing out on versatility and flexibility, but you can still build a beautiful product with a lower file size.&nbsp;
However, you might want to consider your company’s future. As your app’s popularity skyrockets, it’s always worth it to have the option to easily scale up. Developing in Flutter from the beginning gives you access to other platforms and new user bases. For more up-front investment, you’ll see returns for years to come.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">How Long Does it Take to Develop an App?&nbsp;</h2>
Developing with Flutter means that you’re creating “multiple apps at once,” as your application will have cross-platform functionality. However, because of the ever-expanding library of pre-developed widgets, you’re also saving time compared to native development. It’s really a win-win situation.&nbsp;
Flutter app development follows a 2/4/6 timeline. In general, you’re looking at two months for simple apps, four for more complexity, and six months for extreme functionality. When your app’s ready for release, you can make it available across all Flutter-compatible platforms.&nbsp;
Keep in mind that this is a rough guideline, based on average development flow. Your mileage may vary depending on a variety of factors. For developers unfamiliar with the language, there’s a learning curve to using Dart. While the toolkit’s designed to be easy to use for both developers and users, <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/blog/7-tips-for-leveling-up-your-tech-skills" style="color: #1d1e24;">leveling up your tech skills </a>still takes time.&nbsp;
You’ll need to hit that perfect combo of speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness to release a top-quality app against a deadline. The best way to do this is to hire an expert team that gets it done right, the first time.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">That’s Where Jobsity Comes In.&nbsp;</h2>
Jobsity helps you hire a hand-picked team without the hassle. We offer a personalized approach to expanding your staff while saving you up to 40% in hiring costs. Our Flutter developers have years of proven experience and the soft skills necessary to blend seamlessly into your company.
Jobsity staff also operate in your time zone (or close to it), so they can work alongside your in-house team. This makes communication simple and effective—as though you were working with local hires. No more 3 AM meetings!&nbsp;
There’s never been a better time to develop your app, build your business, and change the world. <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/contact-us" style="color: #1d1e24;">Book a call </a>to get started today!
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Legal cannabis is one of the fastest-growing industries on the market—and it’s not just about the product. With an expected expansion at a CAGR of 25.4% from 2023-2030, the <a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/press-release/global-legal-marijuana-market" style="color: #14aaed;">global legal marijuana market</a> offers stunning potential. As buyers connect with dispensaries, they highlight a ton of opportunities for business expansion: custom eCommerce development.&nbsp;
Marijuana apps are already popular with discerning clientele. The ability to properly research cannabis strains, connect with community, and trade product recommendations is invaluable. However, it’s time to expand beyond user experience. Software developers have a unique position in this growing landscape: the ability to streamline an entire industry end-to-end.&nbsp;
Merging business and organizational aspects with client data protection and HIPAA compliance—not to mention legal regulations—is vital. Dispensaries are looking for a “one-stop-shop” approach to business development. How can software teams fill the gaps in the industry and support symptom relief for millions of Americans?&nbsp;
To find the answer, let’s first talk a little bit about the industry itself.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">The History of Cannabis in America</h2>
The <a href="https://www.history.com/topics/crime/history-of-marijuana" style="color: #14aaed;">history of marijuana</a>, also known as cannabis, includes fascinating insight into American legal structures and regulations.&nbsp;
Cannabis has been in North America since the 1500’s—likely brought over by Spanish colonists. However, the origins of cultivation date back thousands of years. Human uses span from medicinal to spiritual to recreational and everything in between.&nbsp;
The plant was exclusively called “cannabis” until the early 20th century. In the late 1920s, Prohibitionists started using the term “marijuana,” a form of the Spanish word for cannabis. The goal was to turn the public against both the plant and the growing Mexican-American population. This culminated in the 1937 Marijuana Tax Act, which effectively banned sale by imposing heavy taxes on growers and sellers.&nbsp;
Nixon’s 1970s-era “war on drugs” classified cannabis as a schedule 1 drug, alongside heroin, cocaine, LSD, and ecstacy. This decision ignored the president’s commissioned <a href="https://www.druglibrary.org/schaffer/library/studies/nc/ncmenu.htm" style="color: #14aaed;">library study</a>, which found low use risk and suggested lesser penalties for cannabis-related crimes.&nbsp;
1996 saw the introduction of the Compassionate Use Act. Through this Act, California became the first state to legalize medicinal cannabis use. The late 1990s and early 2000s saw widespread acceptance of legalized medical cannabis, with 16 states following suit by 2010.&nbsp;
In 2012, Washington and Vermont made headlines by legalizing recreational use.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">Where Are We Now? The State of the Industry in 2023</h2>
2018 brought significant change: the Canadian company Tilray began trading on NASDAQ at $23/share. As of 2023, 24 states and Washington DC have legalized cannabis use, with another seven decriminalizing low-level possession. We’re entering an era of unprecedented access and commercial value surrounding cannabis, combined with incredible potential for industry improvement.
The high demand comes with challenges: how do dispensaries navigate changing legality and restrictions? What provisions need to be in place to support medical marijuana vs. recreational users? Where’s the line?&nbsp;
This is compounded by the variety of strains on the market and differing regulations for cannabis products. Cannabis contains two main compounds used for healing and recreation: CBD and THC. CBD is non-psychoactive and used primarily for relaxation. Its use is legal even in places where other cannabis products are not. THC, by contrast, is the psychoactive component, inducing drowsiness as well as mind and body highs. THC is a highly-regulated substance and the main source of controversy.&nbsp;
Dispensaries and consumers juggle different products, different ratios of CBD:THC, different strains, and different restrictions for all. How can innovative eCommerce app development advance the industry and support small businesses?
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">Gaps in the Market: Custom eCommerce App Opportunities&nbsp;</h2>
So, where do we go from here? Cannabis use is widely legal, but the buying and selling processes aren’t optimal for consumers. The solution is clear: software developers have full creative control over end-to-end process development that will revolutionize the industry.&nbsp;
Picture the ideal eCommerce platform. At the moment, most marijuana apps are limited to item descriptions and perhaps advance orders. A much better option would be a “one-stop-shop,” fully customizable for dispensaries and buyers alike. The platform should have user-friendly navigation, secure payment processing, inventory details, and integration with shipping carriers for efficient order fulfillment. No more waiting in hour-long lines!
Having a reliable inventory management system, especially, is crucial. It helps ensure that popular products are adequately stocked and that the company can manage its supply chain efficiently. When it comes to legal cannabis distribution, it goes even further. Keeping tight and demonstrable control over your inventory helps dispensaries avoid sticky legal situations.&nbsp;
The right software can help retailers and manufacturers effectively manage their inventory and abide by the law. Providing real-time tracking of stock levels, expiration dates, and product variations is essential in this market. Dispensaries need to balance stocking the right products with avoiding excessive inventory.
And it goes even deeper! A solid presence through easy-to-use eCommerce platforms can expand the reach of retailers and growers beyond their physical locations. It’s a great dispensary marketing tactic; consumers are always looking for the least complicated experience.
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">How Will eCommerce Keep Clients Safe?&nbsp;</h2>
Incorporating eCommerce apps into the cannabis industry has another benefit that isn’t widely discussed: data security. In the future, integrated Point of Sale systems (POS) should not only streamline the checkout process, but also ensure legality. Advanced POS tech will be able to verify identity and age for regulated products and quantities. This paves the way for delivery services—an option that is not yet available.
In order to provide delivery, eCommerce POS systems would have to access and protect consumer data. This would have to be a subtle, yet complicated feature of any dispensary app. The challenge for software development teams is to create a two-database approach on a single platform.&nbsp;
The legal difference lies in the buyer’s intentions: are they a medicinal user or a recreational user? Recreational users are easy: they’re typical customers with typical data protection needs. Their personal and payment data must be safe and encrypted—but not to the extent needed by medicinal users.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">Data Privacy: Medicinal vs. Recreational Users</h2>
Medicinal users have different (often higher) quantities available for purchase and sometimes a wider variety of strain choice. They’ve evaluated their medical needs with a doctor, who’s provided a prescription. For medicinal users, cannabis is a prescription drug that they happen to be able to acquire at a regular dispensary. This means that dispensary POS systems also have to abide by HIPAA regulations for these users, specifically.&nbsp;
HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, lays provisions for the protection of PHI: Protected Health Information. PHI includes anything that can be used to identify a patient, including names, ID numbers, addresses, prescription details, etc. In order to be effective, a dispensary eCommerce app would have to operate with pharmacy-grade software and data encryption.&nbsp;
Regardless of whom it’s serving, all dispensary software needs a robust <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/blog/protecting-your-company-with-backend-security" style="color: #14aaed;">back-end security</a> system for data protection. With different regulation needs for recreational and medicinal users, it makes sense from a cost perspective to keep separate databases. It would be significantly more expensive to hold all users and their data in the highest-security system. Having a separate, less “intense” database for recreational customers frees up more space for medicinal users and their needs.
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">Can Software Developers Enhance Client Experience?&nbsp;</h2>
Keeping customer data safe is arguably the most important aspect of an eCommerce app—but what about customer experience?&nbsp;
This is another world of opportunity for software developers looking to work with dispensaries. The options are limitless: branded apps with real-time customer feedback, VIP programs, rewards, and discussion forums are a few examples. These features enhance engagement and promote brand loyalty. A mobile dispensary app should ideally take care of not only the back end of the business but the clients too.
There are additional, practical reasons for making apps as user-friendly as possible. Monitoring the data collected from your users can provide valuable insights into customer behavior, trends, and product performance. This helps the company make data-driven decisions and refine their product offerings.&nbsp;
Analytics software can fully break down sales data, customer feedback, and market trends to help create a comprehensive retail strategy. Dispensaries can leverage this information to identify best-selling products, optimize pricing strategies, and make data-driven decisions to grow their business.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems can’t be overlooked either. They support recreational consumers, their preferences, and their order history. This data can be used to personalize marketing efforts, improve customer support, and enhance buyer retention. Dispensaries can tailor their products and services to meet specific needs and improve customer satisfaction, quickly and easily.
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">Respect the Regulations: Building a Business in a Shifting Landscape</h2>
It’s one of the most important tasks in any dispensary: keeping up with the ever-changing regulations at state and federal levels. In the health industry, especially with alternative health products like cannabis, regulatory compliance is essential. Software that assists in managing and monitoring compliance simplifies this process.
Product labeling, batch testing, recordkeeping, and packaging requirements are just four areas in which dispensaries must be compliant. Employee training is another crucial point. Everyone who works at the dispensary, from stock to sales to customer service, must comply with state and federal standards.&nbsp;
Software developers can come to the rescue again: creating systems to facilitate standardized training and track certifications. In order to build any solid business, dispensaries need this level of support. Incorporating tech into their everyday operations is a no-brainer.&nbsp;
The question is, “who’s going to do it?”&nbsp;
With so many opportunities for streamlining the industry, the future’s never been brighter for software teams with a goal. It’s not only about creating a solution; success lies in releasing a top quality product, done right the first time. To do this, you’ll need experts on your side.
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">That’s Where Jobsity Comes In.&nbsp;</h2>
Jobsity helps you hire a handpicked team without the hassle. We offer a personalized approach to expanding your staff while saving you up to 40% in hiring costs. Jobsity developers are skilled in Python, JavaScript, Swift, Ruby on Rails, custom mobile app development services,, and more.&nbsp;
Jobsity staff also operate in your time zone (or close to it), so they can work alongside your in-house team. This makes communication simple and effective—as though you were working with local hires. No more 3 AM meetings!&nbsp;
There’s never been a better time to develop your software, build your business, and change the industry. <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/contact-us" style="color: #1d1e24;">Book a call </a>to get started today!
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Legal cannabis is one of the fastest-growing industries on the market—and it’s not just about the product. With an expected expansion at a CAGR of 25.4% from 2023-2030, the global legal marijuana market offers stunning potential. As buyers connect with dispensaries, they highlight a ton of opportunities for business expansion: custom eCommerce development. 

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2023’s latest trends in EdTech are dominating the education sector across the board. From elementary schools to universities, modern technology’s blazing the way for innovative solutions to long-standing problems.

The start of the ‘23-’24 academic year coincides with extraordinary advances in EdTech software development. EdTech apps are cornering the market by allowing students of all levels to master complex topics with unprecedented ease.&nbsp;
As we integrate AI into the way we learn, new challenges arise. How can we use technology to ensure scholastic success? The latest releases provide both inspiration and opportunities for continuous improvement.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Let’s explore the top eight trends making waves in this dynamic landscape.&nbsp; 
<h2 style="font-size: 20px;">1) What Is AI-Based Tutoring?&nbsp;</h2>
AI-based tutoring is wildly improving educational outcomes by providing all students with a world-class, personalized tutor.&nbsp; In the past, tutoring carried a hefty price tag and a different professional for each subject. Now, an AI tutoring service can tackle every topic a student finds challenging: at home or on the go.&nbsp;
One of the biggest concerns about the rise of AI-based tutors is that students “aren’t really learning.” Companies such as Khan Academy address this by expanding the capabilities of <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/08/business/khan-ai-gpt-tutoring-bot.html" style="color: #14aaed;">AI GPT tutoring bots</a> like never before. Advanced dialogue models guide a student to a solution rather than provide it outright.&nbsp;
Automated study aids act as a resource to support students while they delve deep into a new topic. It’s a quick and easy way for a learner to ask a question, receive feedback, and immediately incorporate it into the task at hand.&nbsp; 
<h2 style="font-size: 20px;">2) New Applications for Immersive Tech and VR</h2>
One of the most surprising EdTech trends of the season requires a little more hardware than software development. The falling production costs of VR headsets allows schools and universities to invest in immersive technology, granting new perspectives.&nbsp;
Virtual reality applications allow students to literally see the world and educational concepts in different ways. With a swipe of a screen, learners can rotate a 3D object in space, expand DNA, and fully visualize elements.&nbsp;
One of the most interesting uses of immersive technology is in medical university settings. Med schools are using VR to teach anatomy courses to future doctors. VR acts as a complement to traditional anatomy labs, allowing students to explore the human body as never before. With the use of a headset, internal structures are laid bare: their components rendered in high-quality visuals and corresponding information.&nbsp;
It’s not just for the sciences: VR headsets can help students read at a steady pace and better understand grammar. Mathematical formulas highlight elements piece by piece as a teacher explains their importance. Historical figures appear in context, breathing life and relatability into the past.&nbsp;
Immersive tech and VR have astounding capabilities in the classroom and unlimited potential.&nbsp; 
<h2 style="font-size: 20px;">3) Assistive Tech to Support Students</h2>
When it comes to students with learning disabilities, EdTech is stepping up to support schools in their special education initiatives.&nbsp;
An IEP, or Individualized Education Program and resulting Plan, provides a written map to help a student with a disability thrive. Part of this includes keeping them in the “least restrictive environment”: as close to the general classroom as possible. That’s where assistive tech comes in: helping students overcome <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/blog/classroom-challenges-how-ai-can-be-the-answer" style="color: #14aaed;">classroom challenges</a> and learn more comfortably.
Students with physical disabilities (such as deafness and blindness) can use assistive technology apps as complementary classroom support. Functions include automated captioning and audio description, translation, and the ability to record a lesson for later review.&nbsp;
Note-taking AI apps cut to the heart of a lecture, helping students identify key words and limiting overwhelming text blocks. Learning disabilities, including those that affect the ability to read, write, and apply mathematics, often result in overburdened students. Assistive technology, such as AI dialogue, can reconfigure lessons into more accessible formats.&nbsp;
Teachers can also keep up with their students in real-time. AI monitoring software identifies those who need extra help beyond the capabilities of a chatbot. This allows a teacher to step in with the compassion and encouragement they need to keep on track.&nbsp; 
<h2 style="font-size: 20px;">4) Entering the Gamification Nation&nbsp;</h2>
Gamification’s one of the most widely-used tools in education today and its popularity is only rising. Education mobile app development is a hugely contributing factor in the advent of gamification in the classroom. The possibilities are endless!
It’s pretty self-explanatory: the gamification of education uses the practical elements of a game to make learning more exciting. Students are more likely to retain information and find it engaging when it’s presented in a novel way. They effortlessly learn more in a shorter period of time.&nbsp;
Gamification apps also provide instant feedback—not only to students but also to teachers. Learners can complete tasks to win points, badges, and rewards as they progress through modules and quizzes. They can also repeat a level to achieve a higher score (and more understanding to boot). Teachers are immediately notified and can easily chart individual comprehension levels.&nbsp;
The sky’s the limit: any lesson can be turned into a game with a little creativity! Mobile app developers have a chance to shine as schools use their products to positively impact learning initiatives.&nbsp;
Companies such as Knowre, ClassDojo, and Socrative are branching out into adaptive games that target individual students’ preferences and approaches. Using flexible formats, students can customize the subject, skill level, game style, and characterization. It’s a “choose your own adventure” approach to learning and the <a href="https://ssec.si.edu/stemvisions-blog/5-benefits-gamification" style="color: #14aaed;">benefits</a> are impressive.&nbsp;
As the school year approaches, we can expect to see even more variety and the integration of different technologies. What do you say to AI that connects with gaming apps to personalize a lesson plan?&nbsp; 
<h2 style="font-size: 20px;">5) The Promise of Autonomous Pace&nbsp;</h2>
While eLearning and hybrid schooling models became common during the 2020 school year, autonomous pace is a fairly new technology. Its potential lies in a basic premise: everyone learns at a different speed.&nbsp;
Autonomous pace technology, paired with existing eLearning platforms, allows students to choose the order in which they learn certain subjects. While teachers and school districts still set curriculum guidelines, the students can choose when and how they learn the material. This is invaluable: it makes sense that you’d breeze through some subjects and need more time for others. Autonomous learning gives that flexibility.&nbsp;
There’s a major opportunity for educational app development here. Autonomous pace apps will soon need to pair with AI to make sure that students are still meeting appropriate milestones. It’s a little like creating personalized lesson plans not only for a class, but for each student. These lesson plans still have to meet district requirements while giving students a wide variety of choices.&nbsp;
It’s a complex task—the key is in finding a team of developers who are up to the challenge. 
<h2 style="font-size: 20px;">6) Adaptive Learning: Unlimited Potential&nbsp;</h2>
Adaptive learning isn’t only a trend, it’s an overarching theme of the past five years (and the next to come). Old education models relied on creating a “one-size-fits-all” way to teach and understand a lesson. In stark contrast, adaptive learning technology allows students to learn as individuals rather than a collective.&nbsp;
Adaptive learning combines several elements of EdTech. AI tutoring, gamification, and autonomous pace are the most common. It’s all about meeting a student at their level—and then helping them surpass that level in their own way.&nbsp;
While the concept is solid, the execution isn’t yet fully realized. Many education apps can’t communicate with each other and need manual bridges. Unified platforms exist, but they don’t always include everything a student needs. As with adaptive pace technology, teachers need to keep a close eye on student progress to make sure they’re on track.&nbsp;
As developers perfect adaptive learning platforms and apps, students are guaranteed a more comfortable and effective school experience.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
<h2 style="font-size: 20px;">7) Emotional Intelligence and Self-Regulation Systems&nbsp;</h2>
One of the biggest challenges students face is the inherent stress in spending every day learning new skills. And it’s not only elementary kids. In a study by American Addiction Centers, 88% of university students needed support developing healthy <a href="https://americanaddictioncenters.org/blog/college-coping-mechanisms" style="color: #14aaed;">college coping mechanisms</a>. Stress affects every aspect of our lives, from our ability to sleep to our ability to retain information.&nbsp;
EdTech is here to help. By using health trackers in the classroom, teachers can monitor physical signs of stress from their students in real time. They can help them develop healthy habits to curb stress and come back fresh. With this data, they can also find new teaching approaches that work better for individual classes.&nbsp;
Older students can use this health data to recognize their own stress points and self-regulate. Meditation reminders, alerts to take a deep breath, and hydration schedules all contribute to a happier, healthier education.&nbsp;
As software advances, the ability to identify stress points based on body indicators will help AI EdTech apps individualize lessons. An automatic change in pace on the back end could be the difference between a student’s achievement and anxiety.&nbsp; 
<h2 style="font-size: 20px;">8) Talk it Out: Socratic Dialogue Models&nbsp;</h2>
2023’s EdTech trends help schools and universities take a holistic approach to meeting educational goals. One of the biggest contributors is the rise of the Socratic Dialogue Model, made possible by GPT-4 technology.&nbsp;
Learning lessons and skills isn’t the only important part of a well-rounded education: students must prepare for the future. AI conversation can be an essential part of this process—in more ways than you’d expect.&nbsp;
Socratic dialogue is, at its heart, the idea that every answer is already known: you just have to find it. Through a series of self-reflection questions, an AI chatbot can help a student find the best path. The objective isn’t to give a solution; it’s to identify a goal and formulate a plan to make it happen.&nbsp;
Socratic dialogue models also act as a safe space. Students can prepare for an in-person conversation, refine their points for a debate, or more fully develop an existing viewpoint. An AI chatbot can’t, by definition, judge you–but it can help you judge for yourself.&nbsp;
The future is bright! The question to ask about AI chatbot technology is <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/blog/chat-gpt-what-cant-it-do" style="color: #1d1e24;">"what can't it do yet?" </a>&nbsp;As developers find ways to enhance existing AI models, its conversation will become more complex and meaningful. AI can inspire generations of learners.&nbsp; 
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">How Do We Get There?&nbsp;</h2>
Advances in EdTech have the potential to revolutionize the way students learn and grow. To reach its full potential, we need capable teams to build the right tools. Digital education companies <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/success-stories/mc-graw-hill" style="color: #14aaed;">such as McGraw Hill</a> partner with Jobsity to make these targets a reality.&nbsp;
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The EdTech industry is growing at lightning speed. There’s never been a better time for new projects and startups specializing in machine learning. How will you contribute to the future of education?&nbsp;

2023’s latest trends in EdTech are dominating the education sector across the board. From elementary schools to universities, modern technology’s blazing the way for innovative solutions to long-standing problems.

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<h3 style="font-size: 23px;">How Eduardo Contributes to ServiceCore’s Waste Management SaaS</h3>
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<h3 style="font-size: 23px;">What Made Eduardo a Perfect Match for ServiceCore</h3>
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It’s time for a Fast Fact rundown before we launch our latest deep dive! This week, we’re tackling EdTech app development and how it’s dominating the 2023 education industry.&nbsp;
It’s no secret that educational technology research and development is one of the fastest growing fields on the market. As schools race to find the most innovative ways to encourage and inspire their students, developers have their hands full. The surging demand offers both opportunities and challenges.&nbsp;
The latest <a href="https://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/5527049/edtech-market-global-outlook-and-forecast-2022?utm_source=GNOM&amp;utm_medium=PressRelease&amp;utm_code=zshnqx&amp;utm_campaign=1651246+-+Global+EdTech+Market+Outlook+%26+Forecast+Report+2022%3a+Market+Size+was+Valued+at+%24254.80+Billion+in+2021+and+is+Expected+to+Reach+%24605.40+Billion+by+2027&amp;utm_exec=chdo54prd" style="color: #14aaed;">global EdTech market outlook</a> shows a staggering 99% increase in K12 edtech usage since 2020–and it’s rising. This isn’t just child’s play, either. Over 70% of colleges are preparing to launch new online undergrad programs in the next three years. The $430 billion industry is expected to reach over $605 billion by 2027.&nbsp;
What are the hottest trends on the market today? How can your team contribute to this education evolution? Let’s take a look.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">What Are the Top 8 EdTech Trends to Watch in 2023?&nbsp;</h2>
<ol style="font-size: 17px;">
<li aria-level="1">AI-Based Tutoring: AI-based tutoring allows every student access to a world-class virtual tutor, saving time and resources in the classroom. AI tutors are designed to help a student lead themselves to a solution, rather than give it outright.&nbsp;</li>
 
<li aria-level="1">Immersive Tech and VR: Headsets, combined with VR/immersive tech apps, give students new perspectives on existing content. With the swipe of a screen, a learner can rotate a 3D object, expand an element, or find new information.&nbsp;</li>
 
<li aria-level="1">Assistive Technology: Assistive tech is especially helpful for students with extra support needs and disabilities. Auto-captioning and audio transcription, note summarizers, and lesson recording help learners overcome <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/blog/classroom-challenges-how-ai-can-be-the-answer" style="color: #14aaed;">classroom challenges</a> and stay with their peers.</li>
 
<li aria-level="1">Gamification: Kids learn best through play and incorporating classic game elements cuts down on study time, improves retention, and encourages engagement. AI gamification lets students earn points and badges for improving their skill levels and quiz results.&nbsp;</li>
 
<li aria-level="1">Autonomous Pace: Autonomous pace technology meets students where they are, letting them move through pre-assigned modules at their own speed. Learners can focus on their interests and choose a learning order that works for their style.&nbsp;</li>
 
<li aria-level="1">Adaptive Learning: In a crowded class, how can a teacher be expected to teach the same lesson to everyone? Adaptive learning tech automatically raises or lowers the lesson complexity so all students are supported at their level.&nbsp;</li>
 
<li aria-level="1">Emotional Regulation: A study by American Addiction Centers shows that 88% of college students need help developing healthy <a href="https://americanaddictioncenters.org/blog/college-coping-mechanisms" style="color: #14aaed;">college coping mechanisms</a>. This also applies to elementary kids through their early development. Emotional regulation apps help form beneficial habits, such as deep breaths, meditation, and hydration, to combat stress.&nbsp;</li>
 
<li aria-level="1">Socratic Dialogue: Socratic dialogue is a form of conversation in which a student is prompted to ask themselves questions. The objective is that they lead themselves to an ultimate answer. Socratic Dialogue is an advanced GPT-4 model that converses like never before, letting students guide themselves through personal challenges.&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
<h2 style="font-size: 23px;">How Can Software Teams Keep Advancing Progress?&nbsp;</h2>
EdTech is a booming industry, but still relatively new. We’ve given you a fast sense of the scope. For more info, check out our in-depth investigation of how tech teams can develop <a href="https://www.jobsity.com/blog/how-can-tech-teams-develop-innovative-student-solutions" rel="noopener" style="color: #14aaed;">innovative student solutions</a>. 
Every area needs refinement and creative new solutions to age-old classroom problems. How do we engage students? How can machine learning development services help improve their outcomes? How can we help all the apps already on the market communicate effectively to form cohesive education strategies?&nbsp;
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It’s time for a Fast Fact rundown before we launch our latest deep dive! This week, we’re tackling EdTech app development and how it’s dominating the 2023 education industry. 

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