Kerry Abukhalaf, Author at LimeTech

Everything is agile [updated]

Back in the 90s, software development was a laborious, time-consuming process, and products could easily take three or more years to build. This time-lag meant that the entire landscape could shift before a product reached the market.

Nice to meet you, color! Color terminology explained. [updated]

Building on our article “Hello, Color!”, we cover some common color terminology. This helps you have conversations with designers when you’re creating the look and feel of your app. Here we go with “color terminology explained”!

Hello, color! How to choose colors for your app. [updated]

So, you’re building an app and starting to think about your product’s look and feel. You need to create a style and set a mood, and for this, color is your most powerful tool. Say, “Hello, color!” Here’s how to choose the right colors for your app...

The 5 stages of design thinking [updated]

Design thinking offers you a framework for solving creative challenges. As a method informed by human-centered design, it centers real people at the heart of the creative design process.

A glossary of agile terminology — A to Z [updated]

Agile software development is a method used by the vast majority of software development teams. In this article, we’ve collected a glossary of agile software development terminology, from A to Z. We cover as many common agile terms as possible, to help you get your head around agile.

How to make a mobile app that stands out from the crowd

The mobile app landscape is crowded. In fact, a thousand apps are launched each day in Apple’s app store, and much more in the Google Play store. But you’ve got a great idea and you’re determined to push forward. Let's talk about how to build an app that stands out from the crowd.

What is agile mobile app development? [updated]

What is agile mobile app development? Taking an agile approach to building your mobile app enables you to build the app your users are looking for, on a fast timeline. This helps ensure your product leaves the gate in time, well before the race is called.

Coming soon: the YaMabrook mobile app

YaMabrook is an app for wish lists and social gifting. It’s designed for people celebrating a special occasion, and provides a way for them to find, share, and chat about gift ideas with their friends and families.

The 4 stages of app prototyping [updated]

Building a mobile app can be a challenge, but starting with a prototype makes the process easier. Let's talk about the 4 stages of app prototyping.

5 reasons to start your app project with a prototype [updated]

Prototyping is the best way to explore and test your app concept without wasting resources. Here are 5 reasons to start your app project with a prototype.

What to include in your mobile app marketing plan [updated]

The sooner you activate your marketing machine, the better your chances are of getting traction when you launch your product. Let’s talk about how to plan and develop your mobile app marketing plan so you can target your efforts without getting overwhelmed.

Creating your app monetization strategy [updated]

Creating your app monetization strategy So you’ve got a great idea for an app and you’ve done some planning. Now it’s time to think about revenue. How will you generate....

Voice and tone in action: some real-world examples

This week we’re going to look at some voice and tone examples from well-known brands. We’ll examine how their tone shifts based on context and audience, and we’ll check out a few examples of voice guides.

Choosing an app development team for your project? [updated]

So you've got a great idea for an app. Choosing an app development team is your next challenge. Use these tips to find the right team for you.

Native vs. cross-platform mobile app. Pros and cons. [updated]

What's the right development approach for your new app? We compare native vs. cross-platform mobile app development strategies.

Report back from Figma’s Config 2022 conference – part 2

The Figma Config 2022 virtual conference was May 10-11, 2022. Kerry provides summaries of the sessions she attended and her takeaways.

Planning your dream app? Let’s talk mobile app terms. [updated]

Planning your dream app? Let’s talk mobile app terminology. In this multi-part series, we talk about how to explore, vet, and develop your great idea for an app. We move....

Report back from Figma’s Config 2022 conference

Addie summarizes two sessions from Figma's Config 2022 conference. 1. UX Writers Need Design Systems, Too! Our journey in building a copy system in Figma from Pinda Phisitbutra, UX writer at SCBTechX. 2. What makes collaboration click? from Cristen Torrey, Research at Figma.

How to write a great mobile app project brief [updated]

Follow these easy guidelines on how to write a great mobile app project brief. Include these 13 things for the win...

5 easy steps to get ready for your web design project [updated]

Get ready for your web design project by taking these 5 easy steps. You'll be more organized and better prepared for success.

5 ways to gain trust with your e-commerce store

Customers who visit your new e-commerce store aren't confident yet. Gain trust with your e-commerce store using these five methods.

What to do if you have an app idea: getting started [updated]

Wondering what to do if you have an app idea? With some strategy and smart planning, your idea could take you far. Here's how to get started.

Planning a business website? Answer these 5 questions to get some clarity. [updated]

Are you in the process of planning a business website or new website design project? Congratulations! You’re taking a step toward one of the most important improvements you can do for your business.

The role of empathy in product design

To begin and end with our own experiences is to limit our outcomes. Let's talk about the role of empathy in product design, and how it helps us create products with purpose.

Introducing UI/UX design services

Let's talk about how LimeTech UI/UX design services can help you build a more user-friendly product or website. Our design process is key.

What is a minimum viable product? [updated]

We explore the questions, "What is a minimum viable product?" and "How does it help you save money and lower your risk profile when building a mobile app?"

7 types of design constraints in digital product development

Today we talk about the 7 types of design constraints involved with a new project. And how those limits create a foundation for creativity + innovation...

Top 50 tech websites [updated]

A collection of some of the best tech websites available in 2022 Writing a blog about tech? Trying to get the dish on the latest SF startups? Don’t waste time....

User problems are business problems

Every startup hits some bumps along the road. You know this, of course. Funding problems, new competitive factors, flaws in the current business model…your local bookstore has two shelves on these topics.

Pleasing products start with great UI/UX

New in 2022, LimeTech is now offering UI/UX design services. Let's talk about what makes great UI/UX, and why you need it. Read on to learn more....

LimeTech content creation: how we work

Here at LimeTech, we’ve developed a clear process for ensuring you get consistent, high-quality work. Learn about our content creation process...

Introducing content creation services

Content helps you gain trust, educate customers, cultivate leads, and spread brand awareness. LimeTech now offers content creation services for businesses everywhere.

Discord server setups now available

New in 2022, we're now offering Discord server setups for entrepreneurs and companies of all sizes. Great for team communications and community building.

LimeTech site reveal

We’re proud to unveil our website redesign. This is a massive new look for our brand, and the start of an exciting new chapter for LimeTech.

The way forward

The past several months have seen us through a period of deep reflection and a re-envisioning of the meaning and direction for our business.

The new LimeTech logo, unveiled

With the launch of the new year, we’re excited to unveil our new logo, a total makeover which has been in the works for some time. Sharing this design is an important milestone, as it marks a new, fresh approach to our work.

FRESH TECH: December 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. Monthly theme: Fresh design and tips....

Sneak peek: a mobile app for customized denim

This week we're offering an inside glimpse of one of our design projects. Here you can see the user interface for an e-commerce mobile app we're developing for the SHAABI Denim brand.

Looking ahead in turbulent times

COVID-19 has brought doubt, change, and instability the world over. The virus has wreaked havoc on our health and wellness—the very foundation from which personal development and prosperity are built.

Happy Thanksgiving — 2021

Happy Thanksgiving from us to all our friends and cohorts. Celebrate the season and have a relaxing day in the company of your favorite people.

FRESH TECH: November 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. Monthly theme: diversity & creativity.....

Report back from Adobe MAX — 2021

Our team shares highlights from last week’s virtual conference, October 26-28, 2021 Inspiration Who was an inspiring speaker? Best quotes? From Addie: “Creativity is a fundamental force.” Laura Jordan Bambach....

Fresh Tech: October 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. Monthly theme: reimagine with intention.....

On remote and hybrid transitions

On remote and hybrid transitions: how the right approach can get your company ahead Millions of companies were forced to make the fast pivot to remote work in the early....

Fresh Tech: September 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. This month, we shine some....

Fresh Tech: August 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. This month, we are gearing....

LimeTech’s website design process

LimeTech’s website design process: Your new website. With all the things. You’ve got big ambitions for your site. But do you have a plan? Don’t worry — we do. Here....

The LimeTech approach

The LimeTech approach The LimeTech approach involves business savvy, big-picture thinking, and total transparency. We understand the challenges of running a business in a fast-changing world. Find out how LimeTech....

LimeTech favorites

LimeTech’s favorite stuff (tools and fun things) Here’s a peek under the hood at LimeTech. Check out some of the tools we love and the places we hang out. ....

Fresh Tech: July 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. This month, we continue the....

Fresh Tech: June 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. This month, we enjoy the....

iOS or Android for your new mobile app?

iOS or Android for your new mobile app? These 5 questions will help you decide In this multi-part series we talk about how to explore, vet, and develop your great....

Fresh Tech: May 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech May — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. This month, see how....

Validating and mapping your app idea

Validating and mapping your app idea Got a great idea for a mobile app? Before you start building and coding, you’ll want to validate your idea and make sure it’s....

Fresh Tech: April 2021

Our monthly series — Fresh Tech — a collection of fun things on the web that sparked our interest with their fresh takes on tech. April is Earth Month Wherever....

How to save money on mobile app development

How to save money on mobile app development If you’ve been thinking of hiring a company to build a mobile application, you may be concerned about the potential for high....

Fresh Tech: March 2021

Welcome to Fresh Tech, our monthly collection of fun things from around the web. In our March summary, we cover Women's History Month, Remote Work and Screen Free Saturdays.

How does a cloud migration work at LimeTech?

How does a cloud migration work at LimeTech? [updated in 2022] You’ve heard the phrase “cloud migration” before, but what does it mean, and how does it work? The truth....

Green information technology solutions for a better future

Green IT, improve IT, sustain IT Implement green information technology solutions and save on energy consumption, resource allocation, and financial expenditures. Consider moving to the cloud to free up internal....

Website hosting and security in the age of COVID-19

More than ever, your website is one of your company’s most valuable assets. As business moves increasingly online, you should be taking active measures to protect the integrity of your....

Assess your IT systems after going remote

In the brave new world of COVID-19, remote work is the new norm. For many companies, the transition to remote work has involved a fast, hard pivot…often a painful one.....

Cloud Backup

Your data. Safer and more accessible with cloud backup. Protect yourself from equipment failures, disasters, and ransomware attacks when your data is backed up regularly to the cloud. Cloud backup:....

Remote Support Services

Remote support that’s right for your business. Online technical support that works on your schedule, not the other way around. Remote support services for Mac-based businesses. Struggling with chronic IT....

VoIP Phone Systems

Say goodbye to your old phone system. A VoIP phone system is flexible, affordable, and has more features than your traditional business phone setup. More and more companies are converting....

Cloud File Sharing

Share and collaborate on files anytime, anywhere. Teams get more done with a cloud file sharing solution. Cloud file sharing brings new levels of flexibility and control to the management....

Mega-list of Bay Area startup resources

Mega-list of Bay Area startup resources UPDATED IN 2022! Whether you’re a newbie entrepreneur or a seasoned veteran of the startup scene, here are 40+ Bay Area startup resources to....

Who should hire an IT consulting firm?

For today’s blog, we wanted to take a moment to discuss the topic of who should hire an IT consulting firm. Working with an outside IT provider is not a....

Five Fast Shortcuts for Mac Users

Most great magic tricks rely on sleight-of-hand techniques. Wow your friends with a different kind of magic using these five fast shortcuts for Mac Users. Quick Calculations Tired of searching....

Protect Yourself From Heartbleed

Protect Yourself From Heartbleed You’ve probably seen some of the security alerts regarding the Heartbleed Bug. This security vulnerability involves the widely used encryption software known as OpenSSL. OpenSSL is....

Tech That Subtracts

We aren’t unique in the San Francisco area in that we often struggle with the fact that our lives have become increasingly complex, with constant demands on our attention and....

What Do We Love?

Giving Thanks for The Good Things As 2013 quickly draws to a close, it’s a great moment for us to take stock of all we have to be grateful for.....

Watch Out for SEO Scams

Watch out for SEO scams If you run a small business like we do, you probably receive countless emails pushing Search Engine Optimization (SEO) services. Many will make rash promises....

San Francisco Small Business Resources

A Hidden Gem: San Francisco’s Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center If you own your own business in the Bay Area or you’re thinking of launching a small business, you may be surprised....

Great Startup Checklists

A Bag O’ Great Startup Checklists Time to get your startup on! Here’s a curated group of checklists for startup founders. You can never be too rich or too thin....

Thoughts on Persistence

We’ve all been inspired this week by the story of Diana Nyad’s successful swim from Cuba to Florida. Not only was this an extraordinary achievement in terms of distance covered—110....

Your Privacy on the Web

Somebody’s Watching You With widespread media attention on topic of domestic spying by the NSA, fear and paranoia are plaguing the interwebs. Beyond the conspiracy theorists, many regular folks are....

Founder Friday at Google SF

I recently witnessed some of the energy and vitality that distinguishes the local tech scene when I attended a Women 2.0 Founder Friday event at Google’s offices in San Francisco.....

DIY Laptop Repair Resources

Ready to Try Your Hand at DIY Laptop Repair? When DIY laptop repair is your only option, try doing a little research before you take things into your own hands.....

LimeTech Yelp Reviews

Our Positive Yelp Reviews Were Filtered We recently revisited our business page on the website Yelp.com and were surprised to see that our positive reviews were “filtered.” In other words,....

What to Do If You Spill Water on Your Laptop

What to Do If You Spill Water on Your Laptop If you’re like us, you never thought seriously about what to do when you spill water on your laptop…until a....

The Agile Family

Today we discuss the concept of the agile family, and whether the idea works or is just more agile silliness. Let's get into it...

Upcoming Bay Area Tech Events

It can be easy to get caught up in the daily grind and forget that when you live in the Bay Area, you have easy access to some of the....

IT for Startups

What Are The Unique IT Needs Of Startup Companies? We’ve had great working relationships with a number of startup companies. We’re often asked by prospective clients what’s unique about....

How To Open Up Your Laptop

Ever wondered how to open up your laptop? Not everyone is brave enough for the task. In fact, some would say don’t even try this at home. However, here’s a....

Opportunity Knocks with National Small Business Week

National Small Business Week is coming up fast, on May 20-26, 2012. A number of organizations and businesses are putting together events geared toward recognizing and enhancing the success of....

A Small Business WordPress Website For You

You Need a WordPress Website, But Who’s Got the Time? Imagine you run a busy local coffee shop and you’re at the store, setting up shop at 5am every morning.....

More April Startup Events

Got a little extra time this month? Here are a few of the larger startup events coming up later this month in the San Francisco Bay Area. April Startup Events....

Protect Yourself From the Mac Flashback Trojan

For all those who prefer Mac computers solely because they don’t get viruses, the jig may be up. A piece of malware called the Flashback trojan has reportedly now infected....

Startups and the JOBS Act

Seems like everyone wants to get on the startup bandwagon these days. In case you were on a retreat or were completely unplugged over the past week, President Obama has....

Tech Overload? Join the National Day of Unplugging

With the mass proliferation of smartphones, many of us struggle with the obsessive urge to constantly check email and update our social media profiles. The endless opportunity for distraction may....

Donate Your Used Computer Locally

Where to donate used computers and electronics in the Bay Area Seeing as we’re in the Bay Area, you’ve got no excuse not to dispose of your electronics the right....

The East Bay Startup Scene Heats Up

We’re probably not the only entrepreneurs who have wondered why the East Bay isn’t more of a hub for innovation–especially considering the proximity to UC Berkeley and the comparatively affordable....

What Do We Actually Do?

Technology Support for Bay Area Businesses IT support becomes important for any business, even the techie ones, when the business outgrows the capacity of the savviest staff to troubleshoot problems....

SF Startup Social

If you’re thinking of launching a Bay Area startup, then you’re missing out if you’re not already immersed in the vibrant scene of mixers and pitch events in San Francisco’s....

For Startups on the Move

We recently had an engaging conversation with David Bergeron of T3 Advisors. They are doing some really innovative work in the real estate sector, with a special focus on helping....

Girl Geeks Unite at Perforce

You missed out big-time if you weren’t able to get onto the attendee list for yesterday’s Girl Geek Dinner, sponsored by one of our local Alameda neighbors, Perforce.com. Perforce is....

On Protect IP / SOPA and Internet Freedom

By now, you should have heard of the controversy around the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the Protect IP Act. Not only do both Acts have the potential to limit internet freedom, but they could have crippling effects on the startup sector.

Local Learning Opportunities

Upcoming Classes and Workshops for Small Biz Entrepreneurs Not getting out enough these days? Tired of stewing in your own juices? There’s no excuse with so many great local workshops,....

Jazz Hands, P2P and Direct Democracy

Occupy Wall Street Goes Tech Much of the discussion around Occupy Wall Street has weighed in heavily on the nature, character and origin of the protestors and whether they’ll ever....

Is Cloud Computing the Right Choice?

To Cloud or Not to Cloud… Still trying to get your head around cloud computing? Doubtful about whether your business is a good candidate for the cloud? All this month,....

Expect Great Things From Your Prospective IT Provider

The hunt for a great IT team can be a challenging process. Here’s a list of the five most important traits you should look for in a prospective IT provider…....

5 Ways to Save for Your Business

Unbeatable Savings for Your Biz Whether you’re saving for a rainy day or just saving, sometimes it’s a tough job to find great deals for your business. However, in the....

Report Back from WordCamp SF 2011

I’m finally just now getting a chance to report back from this week’s WordPress WordCamp conference in San Francisco. I attended the final day of the three-day event, which included....

Learn About WordPress CMS at WordCamp

Calling all fans of the WordPress content management system: if the economy doesn’t implode and we’re all still around after August 2nd, you should check out the upcoming WordPress....

11 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a SaaS Vendor

Whether you’re searching for an online CRM system, a web-based registration program, or an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) service, you should take the research process seriously. After all, information....

Outsourcing Life’s Little Tasks

Got a pile of laundry and no time for washing? Looking for someone reliable to pick up your lunch? TaskRabbit.com is an online service that connects people who need to....

Welcome to Suite #320

Well, it’s official. After searching far and wide, we discovered the perfect office suite…across the hall from our old space. Three times the size, with more light and walls in....

What Your Current IT Provider Won’t Tell You

At LimeTech we like to think we’re ahead of the curve in IT architecture and planning. No one wants to live in the past, after all. But, old technology....

The Rising Trend in Standing Workstations

Lately, we’ve noticed the increasing proliferation of standing desks at a range of offices in San Francisco. This may be old news for some, since this kind of setup has....

Back to the Future for California

I wanted to report back from my experience presenting as top-five contestant in the Institute for the Future’s California Dreams Contest in Palo Alto this past Tuesday, May 3rd. It....

Life Gets Easier with Online Storage

Which Box is Your Box? Many small businesses and freelance workers struggle when it comes to sharing files and collaborating on projects from different locations or devices. There’s nothing more....

How the iPad is Changing Business by Bringing People Together

We’ve all heard about the ways the iPad and iPad 2 tablets will help us live happier, sexier lives through our enhanced ability to know and see anything, anywhere, anytime. ....

iPad 2 to Take Over Mobile Teleconferencing

As mobile technology advances steadily, it becomes more clear by the year that we are just that much closer to being truly connected to each other. Emails and voice serve....

How to Quickly Create a New AppleScript

As computing productivity geeks, we’re always looking for new ways to automate tasks and run small programs to make our computers work more efficiently. That leads to a lot of....

Negative Carbon Footprint Cement

As businesses expand, they require more office spaces and server warehouses, and an increasingly large carbon footprint. The idea of taking infrastructure off the grid has been rather old news.....

Blog Launch Today

Welcome to the new blog for LimeTech. We’ll be using this platform to keep you updated about the IT work we’re doing with all kinds of cool businesses in the....

YaMabrook launch announcement

Everything is agile [updated]

The 5 stages of design thinking [updated]

A glossary of agile terminology — A to Z [updated]

How to make a mobile app that stands out from the crowd

What is agile mobile app development? [updated]

Coming soon: the YaMabrook mobile app

The 4 stages of app prototyping [updated]

5 reasons to start your app project with a prototype [updated]

What to include in your mobile app marketing plan [updated]

Everything is agile [updated]

Nice to meet you, color! Color terminology explained. [updated]

Hello, color! How to choose colors for your app. [updated]

The 5 stages of design thinking [updated]

A glossary of agile terminology — A to Z [updated]

How to make a mobile app that stands out from the crowd

What is agile mobile app development? [updated]

Coming soon: the YaMabrook mobile app

The 4 stages of app prototyping [updated]

5 reasons to start your app project with a prototype [updated]

What to include in your mobile app marketing plan [updated]

Creating your app monetization strategy [updated]

Voice and tone in action: some real-world examples

Choosing an app development team for your project? [updated]

Native vs. cross-platform mobile app. Pros and cons. [updated]

Report back from Figma’s Config 2022 conference – part 2

Planning your dream app? Let’s talk mobile app terms. [updated]

Report back from Figma’s Config 2022 conference

How to write a great mobile app project brief [updated]

5 easy steps to get ready for your web design project [updated]

5 ways to gain trust with your e-commerce store

What to do if you have an app idea: getting started [updated]

Planning a business website? Answer these 5 questions to get some clarity. [updated]

The role of empathy in product design

Introducing UI/UX design services

What is a minimum viable product? [updated]

7 types of design constraints in digital product development

Top 50 tech websites [updated]

User problems are business problems

Pleasing products start with great UI/UX

LimeTech content creation: how we work

Introducing content creation services

Discord server setups now available

LimeTech site reveal

The way forward

The new LimeTech logo, unveiled

FRESH TECH: December 2021

Sneak peek: a mobile app for customized denim

Looking ahead in turbulent times

Happy Thanksgiving — 2021

FRESH TECH: November 2021

Report back from Adobe MAX — 2021

Fresh Tech: October 2021

On remote and hybrid transitions

Fresh Tech: September 2021

Fresh Tech: August 2021

LimeTech’s website design process

The LimeTech approach

LimeTech favorites

Fresh Tech: July 2021

Fresh Tech: June 2021

iOS or Android for your new mobile app?

Fresh Tech: May 2021

Validating and mapping your app idea

Fresh Tech: April 2021

How to save money on mobile app development

Fresh Tech: March 2021

How does a cloud migration work at LimeTech?

Green information technology solutions for a better future

Website hosting and security in the age of COVID-19

Assess your IT systems after going remote

Cloud Backup

Remote Support Services

VoIP Phone Systems

Cloud File Sharing

Mega-list of Bay Area startup resources

Who should hire an IT consulting firm?

Five Fast Shortcuts for Mac Users

Protect Yourself From Heartbleed

Tech That Subtracts