Astute Software specializes in offshore Development of digital solutions and software applications. We focus on solutions that perform in an Internet environment but we are also involved in the development of stand-alone software applications. By using offshore our production centre, advanced programming technologies, combining it with Indian management, strict project routines and processes (RAD), we can deliver cost effective quality solutions to our client's worldwide. By using Rapid Application Development process, Astute Software can secure quality and delivery times in projects. For offshore development, all communication will be between the Project manager of Astute Software and Project manager of the client. All work is frequently uploaded to the client's server so the client can follow the progress of the project. All dialog via identified Communication channels between the Project managers is carefully documented. In software development process, the entire QA team is involved from the beginning. The QA team must understand the customer requirement and system design; not just testing the functionality of the software application. Areas of expertise * Software Application Development * Web solution Development * Creative Design Development Solutions developed by Astute Software ranges from static company web sites to complex database generated web solutions and software applications. E.g. E-commerce, games, auction systems etc. Astute Software develops technology solutions for clients that take account of function ,scale and client control. Our flexible solutions are often created in object-oriented software modules, which can be scaled, extended, or adapted for use by any client. Development Technologies Operating Systems WIN95/98/2000, NT, Mac OS, UNIX, LINUX, Palm OS Programming Languages HTML, XML, DHTML, Java, JavaScript, VBScript, JSP, WAP, ASP, CGI-Perl, PHP, Visual C , Visual Basic, C++ Database Cold Fusion SQL, Oracle, MySQL, DB2, Borland Web servers Apache, IIS, Netscape Enterprise, Resin Tools Nedit, Ultra Edit Rational Requisite, Rational Rose , Borland JBuilder, Nedit , Home Site, Photoshop, Illustrator, 3D Max, Corel Draw, Premiere, Dream weaver, Flash, FrontPage, Home Site, Visual SourceSafe, PVCS Tracker and others. Software Process Rational Unified Process (RUP) Astute Software provides maintenance, updating & supervision services to clients securing full uptime in business critical web solutions. This provides a reliable and cost-effective alternative for web sites that needs to be up and running 24/h a day. Our qualified maintenance team quickly attends to errors, problems and updates. Astute Software provides advanced testing services where we analyze web solutions that help e-businesses ensure positive user experience. Astute Software help test, identify, isolate and adjust performance bottlenecks in your web infrastructure. Our services analyze all key components of business critical solutions such as response times, capacities, OS & browser compatibility, content and business processes.