Being Santa Claus is one of the best things in the world! Having the privilege of giving a beautifully wrapped gift and witnessing the joy of the person unwrapping it, the anticipation of surprise, and the delight of the unexpected… is simply wonderful.

There is only one way to close the year on the Softway blog: by writing about what has truly transformed the way we create, think, and deliver value every day. The topic that has had the greatest impact on our work shaped our internal discussions, influenced proposals, and redefined expectations - both ours and those of our clients.

When we try to access a website and it takes more than a second or two to load, we almost immediately give up. On the internet, speed is synonymous with trust, and a slow website conveys the impression that something is amiss. But what exactly contributes to a website's speed?

Developing a good website begins long before writing the first line of code or choosing the ideal design. The first step is the briefing - the moment when all the essential information about the project is gathered.

It is with great pride that we announce that Softway has been awarded the status of Leading SME 2024 by Millennium bcp.

Last Thursday, we broke from routine. We traded screens for trails, code for dust, and the sound of notifications for the rumble of jeep engines. We set off towards the Serra de Sintra, tyres full and minds light, ready for a different kind of day.

Programming is one of the most valued skills in today’s world. However, it is still often surrounded by myths and misconceptions that discourage potential professionals or create unrealistic expectations about what programming really means.

Some events are more than a lineup of talks. They are experiences that shake us, leaving us with fewer certainties and better questions.